Anayantzy is a CSULB alumna, she graduated in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and policy. She is also an alumna of the Long Beach Community Internship Program (LBCIP), offered at CSULB, where she completed a semester-long internship at the Aquarium of the Pacific, focusing on conservation efforts for shark and ray species. Her experience in LBCIP allows her to provide valuable insight into the dynamic between host sites and fellows, student time management, and managing unforeseen challenges/expectations.