​​Colin Christian Bethishou, a second-year student at Stanislaus State, is studying business administration, with a concentration in computer information systems. 

As a high school senior, he served as president of the Assyrian American club and helped raise awareness of Assyrian culture. He is a clergy member in the Assyrian Church of the East and volunteers as often as he can. Despite managing various responsibilities, Colin remains committed to maintaining a healthy balance among work, school, church and family life. 

He plans to use his degree to make a meaningful impact in his community.