Sandy Samuels's Page

Who are you?

I've always lived in California. I'm the youngest of 6 and very close to my Christian, Nicaraguan, Mid-western, Mexican, Puerto Rican, Persian, and Ethiopian family (gotta love the culture my many in-laws bring!) Inclusion of people is very important to me as I grew up in a family of mostly immigrants and heard the exclusion stories they sometimes experienced. Life is hard enough as it is, so it sucks when others make it even harder! I aim to be a "path clearer" (not a blocker) and do what I can to keep the folks moving on those paths.

I'm looking for?

Diverse Friendships, Learn more about diversity

What is your occupation?

Quality Validation Specialist and Diversity Council Chairperson at Bayer in Berkeley, CA

What do you like to do with your spare time?

Hang out with friends and family. Swim. Play piano and guitar (and sing along). Listen to music. Okay...Karaoke too (I took over my boyfriend's xbox and my neighbors just love me)

What type of music do you listen to?

Reggae, Classic Soul and R&B, Classic Rock, Easy Rock, Hip Hop

Favorite Movies?

Lord of the Rings series, Grease, Return to Me, Heart and Souls

Favorite books?

Bible, The Five People You Meet in Heaven

Favorite place to visit?

Families' homes; New Orleans, Berkeley Tuolumne Family Camp, Yosemite Park (any cool national park, really); Lake Tahoe; San Luis Obispo, CA