Lorise Diamond
Member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
A lifelong learner owning a passion for rhetoric as a mechanism for social transformation, integrating multiple communicative methods to achieve positive outcomes inspired by compassionate action.

Lorise Diamond Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Lorise Diamond of Bonita, California, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Diamond was in...
February, 14 2017 - Verified by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning a scholarship
William R. Mundt Memorial Scholarship for International Internships in Peace & Security
Summer 2019 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for studying abroad
Cape Town, South Africa, Internship with Commission for Gender Equality
Summer 2019 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
Conrad Klement Scholarship presented by San Diego State University
Fall 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
William and Patricia Moises Scholarship presented by The San Diego Foundation
Fall 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
Study Abroad Scholarship presented by Weber Honors College, San Diego State University
Summer 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
National Engaged Leader Award presented by National Society of Leadership and Success
Spring 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
Cap & Gown Scholarship presented by Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, Cap & Gown Chapter
Spring 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
CSU Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship for the Visually Impaired presented by the California State University System
Fall 2017 - Spring 2019 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
Future Scholars Award - presented by the Office of Educational Opportunities & Ethnic Affairs, San Diego State University
Spring 2017 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for being a member of who's who
President’s Volunteer Service Award (250+ hours) – certified by Sigma Alpha Lambda presented by Donald J. Trump, President of the United States
Fall 2016 - Summer 2017 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning a spot on the Dean's List
College of Professional Studies & Fine Arts, San Diego State University
Fall 2016 - Fall 2018 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
2016 All-State Academic Team - nomination presented by USA Today, American Association of Community Colleges, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Spring 2016 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
2016 All-USA Community College Academic Team – selection to Team 1 presented by the California Community and Junior Colleges, the Coca-Cola Student Foundation, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Spring 2016 -
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning an academic award
Student Success Fee grant awarded by San Diego State University
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning a scholarship
SDSU Alumni Association Scholarship
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for earning a scholarship
Academic Excellence Scholarship, National Society of Leadership and Success
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Lorise Diamond was recognized for enrolling
Accepted Fall admission to rhetoric and writing studies master's degree program at San Diego State University
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San Diego Unified School Ditrict
Safe Schools Summit, Community Volunteer
Summer 2017
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Sigma Alpha Pi- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Spring 2017
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PSFA Civil Core, School of Professional Studies & Fine Arts, San Diego State University
Welcome incoming freshmen, transfer, and international students - acclimating them to campus and PSFA.
Spring 2017 - Spring 2019
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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
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Lambda Pi Eta, National Communication Association Honor Society
Spring 2017 - Spring 2019
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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
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LHU AAUW (American Association of University Women)
Fall 2016
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Western States Communication Association
Fall 2016
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Generation Progress
Organization and administration of "It's on Us," a national campus sexual assault awareness and prevention campaign, at Southwestern College District
Summer 2015 - Spring 2016
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
2015-16 Alpha Pi Epsilon Chapter President - Responsible for embodying and modeling the hallmarks of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Fellowship - participation in numerous community service activities, multiple regional leadership conferences.
Fall 2014 - Spring 2016
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Instructor Student Assistant at San Diego State University
Tutor undergraduate rhetoric, writing, communication theory & communication methods
Instruct a socially, culturally diverse student population at an individual & small group level
Guide students in learning subject matter & participate in in-service training
Impart college survival skills, such as time management, critical thinking & active participation
Demonstrate versatile interpersonal & cross-cultural communication
Manage intellectual property & confidential information; Work 2-10 hours weekly
October 2018 - Present
President, Pi Beta Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta at San Diego State University
Promote the purposes of LPH in the college and university community; Organize chapter meetings; Encourage academic excellence and stimulate intellectual inquiry among members through enrichment activities such as educative workshops, inviting guest speakers, informing members of opportunities for research and professional association involvement; Present awards for outstanding contributions; Ensure the inscription of meeting minutes and chapter entitativity records.
April 2018 - Present
President, PSFA Civil Core at San Diego State University
Act as official representative of the School of Professional Studies and Fine Arts Civil Core; Maintain the organization's status as a recognized student organization; Ensure weekly executive board and general meeting agendas and minutes are appropriately documented; Encourage and recruit members; Welcome incoming freshmen, transfer, and international students to PSFA and to SDSU's campus; Promulgate and support intentional acts of kindness and civility on campus and throughout the greater community.
April 2018 - Present
President, Lambda Pi Eta-Pi Beta Chapter at San Diego State University
Respond successfully to 3 RFPs, including post-grant report for $5640 award
Devise yearlong strategic plan entailing 4 major events & more than 100-community service hours
Exhibit strong organization & communication skills to establish & meet strict deadlines
Facilitate meetings, coordinate events; Cross-departmental collaboration; 10+ hours weekly
Advise & update group/team/organization & stakeholders through mediated platforms
Create information management system to maintain sensitive documents
Form and sustain strong intradepartmental relationships; Cultivate academic & professional ties
April 2018 - Present
PSFA Civil Core, President at San Diego State University
Respond successfully to 3 RFPs, including Student Success Fee grant; Complete follow-up activities
Participate in more than 100-hours campus & community volunteer service
Prioritize to establish & meet strict deadlines; Work 20+ hours weekly
Exhibit exceptional interpersonal communication skills; Establish & sustain organization culture
Ability to work competently across social media platforms
Informing group/team/organization & stakeholders with timely reports & updates
Consistently employ an interdisciplinary, team-based problem-solving approach
Manage administrative aspects including budget, scheduling & confidential information
Encourage member recruitment through social media campaigns & events
Achieve clarity amidst ambiguous circumstances
April 2018 - Present
Vice-President of Community Service at Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization
Seek out, coordinate, and participate in community service projects, especially supporting members striving to achieve the Presidential Student Service Award, coordinate national initiatives (National Food Fight Against Hunger, Relay for Life, MLK Day of Service, Presidents Volunteer Service Award).with the National Office, devise and implement a recruiting plan to staff a Community Service committee, provide committee updates during chapter meetings, prioritizing attendance at all meetings and chapter events.
July 2017 - Present
Vice President of External Affairs, PSFA Civil Core at San Diego State University
Coordinate community service efforts, campus activities, tabling, and miscellaneous events; plan, organize and finalize events and complete required documentation working closely with President. Represent the organization at all times, attend chapter and executive board meetings, engage with members along with welcoming new freshmen, transfer, and international students to the School of Professional Studies and Fine Arts and to SDSU's campus while engaging in civilizing acts of kindness.
April 2017 - Present
Membership Chair and Editor at California Council of Citizens with Low Vision
Responsible for writing compelling content and managing information; Conduct stewardship activities including engaging public discourse and member recruitment; Attend and contribute to conference calls, conferences; Participate in committee/member panel discussions.
September 2016 - Present
Urban Outreach Coordinator/Primary Researcher at Lolly Lane Title 1 Community Development Center
Media research, website management, find solutions as challenges present, support organizational endeavors with a rhetorical component entailing written public appeals, verbal persuasion, and public engagement.
January 2015 - Present
Transcendence: Parity for the Stigmatized Rhetor
Paper presentation for the Rhetoric and Public Address Interest Group, 2019 Western States Communication Association Convention, February 22, 2019.
February 2019 -
Presentations
Soy Americana
First, in a series of four SDSU Be International student blog posts chronicling my Dominican Republic study abroad experience.
Articles
No Regrets: Finishing Freshman Year Strong
Looking back on my freshman year, I can honestly say that I have no regrets. There is nothing I would have done differently. As my first day of community college approached, the imagery of my long-term goal, graduating from San Diego State University, loomed as a distant future. Only one thing stood in my way; the first step—earning an Associate degree. Preparing for the first day of class I asked myself, “What kind of student do you want to be?” My heart replied, “The kind who does their best.” I never imagined that degree would come with Honors. Here is my advice on how to finish your freshman year strong.
Publications