May 19, 2026 Triplet Sisters to Graduate from CSUCI

May 19, 2026 - Among the nearly 1,600 graduates participating in the May 23 commencement ceremonies at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) are identical triplet sisters Whitley, Jasmine, and Ashleigh Williams.

The sisters have attended CSUCI since their freshman year, choosing the University after falling in love with its lush beauty and proximity to the ocean.

Originally from Perris in Riverside County, the trio are earning degrees in different fields. Whitley is a psychology major, Jasmine studied political science, and Ashleigh focused on anthropology.

"The last four years have been really memorable," said Jasmine. "Meeting different types of people, getting to know my professors, doing research and taking challenging classes have all pushed me to reach my full potential."

Ashleigh's capstone project-using 3-D software to analyze skeletal remains-helped shape her career goals. She plans to pursue graduate studies in biological and forensic anthropology and become a forensic anthropologist.

"Taking all of my psychology classes really helped me narrow down what I want to do," said Whitley, who plans to next earn a master's degree and become a school psychologist. She wants to support K-12 students who struggle academically, as she once did, and help them achieve their goals.

Jasmine wants to earn an MBA before joining the Peace Corps. After that she hopes to pursue a law degree with the long-term goal of becoming a civil rights or constitutional attorney.

The sisters cite the support and guidance of their professors and their on-campus working experiences as instrumental to their success. Jasmine and Ashleigh worked as student assistants in the office for the Dean of Arts & Science, and Jasmine was selected to participate in the prestigious Panetta Institute Congressional Internship program. Whitley worked at the Carden Kids Academy Preschool.

They also made time for campus life, attending Dolphinpalooza events throughout their four years. These outdoor social gatherings feature food trucks, games, and activities to bring the campus community together. "We loved them so much," the sisters said.

After graduation, the three will take separate paths for the first time-Ashleigh to Cal State Los Angeles, and Jasmine and Whitley to California Baptist University.

"Our time at CSUCI will always be the foundation of our academic journey," Jasmine said. "The support of the professors, the on-campus experiences, and the research opportunities really made an impact on all of us."

CSUCI's 2026 commencement ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 23 at the South Quad at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. For complete commencement information, visit go.csuci.edu/grad

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