Monserrat Santoyo
Agriculture Educator (VC)
Monserrat was born and raised in Oxnard, California. She attended UC San Diego, where she earned a degree in Public Health with a minor in Public Service. During her time at UC San Diego, she participated in College Corps, where she supported efforts to address food insecurity in San Diego County through her work at a local food pantry. She also served as a mentor to youth in Southeast San Diego.
Additionally, Monserrat spent time working with the UC San Diego Center on Global Justice as an education specialist, supporting community partners in Tijuana, Mexico. In this role, she helped educate children on topics related to climate action and environmental awareness.
Building on her experiences in community service and environmental education, Monserrat is excited to join SEEAG as an Agricultural Educator. She looks forward to inspiring youth to learn about agriculture, explore their environment, and develop a deeper appreciation for the connection between the two.