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Voter Information Guide VIRTUAL A.S. ELECTIONS 2021 Vote for the A.S. Board of Directors 2021-2022 Term begins June 1st
SCAN ME
Voting app will go live at 7:00PM
Monday, April 12VOTE! TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOTING BEGINS Monday, April 12, 7:00 PM 6 About Associated Students
(immediately following Candidate Debates)
8 A Message from the Students’ Election Commission
VOTING ENDS Thursday, April 15, 8:00 AM
9 Elections Calendar
10 Candidates for A.S. President
HOW AND WHERE TO VOTE 11 Candidates for A.S. Vice President
Vote online using your SJSU ONE login credentials at:
12 Candidates for A.S. Controller
sjsu.edu/as/vote. You will vote using the A.S. Elections
Voting App. 16 Candidates for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs
VOTER ELIGIBILITY All matriculated SJSU students who have paid the most 19 Candidates for A.S. Director of Business Affairs
current association fees are eligible to participate in 21 Candidates for A.S. Director of Communications
A.S. Elections. Continuing Education and Open University
students are ineligible to vote. 25 Candidates for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs
27 Candidates for A.S. Director of Internal Affairs
ENDORSEMENTS Official student organization endorsements for each 28 Candidates for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs
candidate may be found online at sjsu.edu/as/vote.
29 Candidates for A.S. Director of Student Resource Affairs
QUESTIONS? Contact the Students’ Election Commission (SEC) at:
student-elections@sjsu.edu 30 Candidates for A.S. Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities
31 Candidates for A.S. Director of Sustainability AffairsOUR MISSION To support and represent the students of San
José State University by continuing the organization’s
legacy of student advocacy and leadership;
To enhance SJSU students’ education through
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS high-quality programs and services; and,
YOUR STUDENT GOVERNMENT! To prepare students as they move towards a
thoughtful and purposeful life after graduation.
Associated Students of San José State University has been a
student owned and operated organization on campus since 1897.
We are committed to providing services and activities
that enhance the opportunity to meet, recreate and maximize A.S. DEPARTMENTS Administration
student life. Opportunities to get involved and obtain leadership César E. Chávez Community Action Center
skills are among our highest priorities. Child Development Center
Events
The A.S. Board of Directors represents the student body General Services Center
and is made up of 13 members, including President, Vice President Human Resources
and Controller. They are the voice of SJSU students and advocate Marketing & Communications
on their behalf on campus, statewide and national issues. Print & Technology Center
Student Government
Transportation Solutions
6 7A MESSAGE FROM THE 2021 A.S. ELECTIONS CALENDAR
STUDENTS’ ELECTION COMMISSION CAMPAIGN PERIOD: March 15 to April 12
Dear Fellow Spartans,
Virtual Elections Kick-Off
We, the Students’ Election Commission (SEC), are very proud to announce 03/15, Monday, 5-6:30 PM
Virtual A.S. Elections 2021 for the incoming A.S. Board of Directors 2021-2022! Zoom: bit.ly/electionskickoff2021
Online Voter Information Guide (VIG) at sjsu.edu/as/vote.
The board directors are the official representatives of over 35000 students at
San José State University. They actively advocate for you and create spaces to Meet the Candidates: A.S. Instagram
04/06-09, Tuesday-Friday
discuss campus, statewide, and national issues that affect students. Student Features candidate names, photos, bios, statements and videos.
government is committed to provide quality programs and resources to
enhance your student experience! Online Candidate Endorsements
04/12, Monday
Despite unprecedented challenges and adversities that have affected, and still affect, View Student Organization endorsements at sjsu.edu/as/vote.
many of us, the SEC is passionate about executing an equitable, transparent and Virtual Candidate Debates
enjoyable election in a virtual format. We would like to give special thanks to the 04/12, Monday, 5-7 PM
students, staff, and SJSU departments who have made this entire process possible! Zoom: https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/84636640482
Hosted by the Spartan Daily
Please join us at our virtual election events and remember to cast your vote online
from April 12th to 15th. VOTING PERIOD: April 12 to 15
Your vote is our pride! Any election is determined by the people who show up Voting begins
in the process and vote! And this vote for the A.S. Board is literally just a click away. 04/12, Monday, 7 PM
Voting is not only our right, it is our power! (Immediately following the Candidate Debates)
Spartan Up, Voting ends
04/15, Thursday, 8 AM
A.S. Students’ Election Commission 2020-2021 Virtual Election Results Party
Vivian Luc Kyle Tran 04/15, Thursday, 12 PM
Chief Elections Officer Election Consultant Zoom: https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/82051077885
Aryan Sharma Lynna Ngo WIN PRIZES!
Ethics Officer Election Consultant
Winners will be chosen throughout voting period using a randomizer.
Brenda Le Amy Ngo Winners names will be announced via the A.S. Instagram account (as_sjsu).
Events Officer Student-at-Large To read full contest mechanics, please visit sjsu.edu/as/vote.
Dante Zanotto
Marketing Officer
8 9Anoop Kaur Nina Chuang
for A.S. President for A.S. Vice President
What’s good Spartans! Hello Spartans! My name is Nina Chuang (she/her/hers), and I am honored to be
running to be your Associated Students Vice President and Chair.
My name is Anoop Kaur (pronouns: she/her/hers). I am honored and humbled to
announce my candidacy to represent you as your Associated Students President. I am a Bay Area native and a third-year undergraduate pursuing Nutritional Science
with a concentration in Dietetics. I value empowerment, student advocacy,
Serving as your Director of Academic Affairs for the past two years, it has been
and representation. Whether it be media content creation for events, campus
my privilege to learn the power of advocacy and inclusively voicing the concerns
involvement, or coordinating service efforts of my own, I am prepared to help
of all students. These past years I’ve been able to prioritize and advocate for your
better our campus community.
educational needs in many spaces, by working on efforts including credit/no credit,
online proctoring, anti-Blackness and systemic racism at SJSU. This year, I had the privilege of serving as your Director of Student Resources Affairs.
This position has allowed me to chair the Campus Life Affairs Committee and serve
I am also involved in student organizations; such as VDAY@SJSU and
as a Senator in SJSU Academic Senate. These positions have allowed me to learn
The Multiracial/Multiethnic Collective. With this experience, I’ve learned the
the importance of amplifying community voices and fostering a positive campus
importance of community building. I know I will be able to serve you as we face the
experience at SJSU. I also serve on the APID/A Taskforce and president of the
unique challenges during this time. As President, I will work to represent your interests
Spartan Wushu club.
and improve our campus climate.
If elected, I will work towards increasing transparency of Associated Students and
Thank you for allowing me to serve, if elected, I will continue to drive my advocacy
building a strong, united circle of compassionate student leaders to represent our
efforts with my passion for social justice and equity, mobilizing our community,
community of 35,000 Spartans. As a fellow student, I look forward to serving you
and empowering your voice. I will continue to advocate to build a better, safer,
by not only supporting your success and accessibility on campus but also elevating
and more inclusive community to unite all Spartans!
your voice to transform this campus.
I hope to be a small part of helping foster your student excellence and experience
beyond the classroom. I’m excited for what the future holds for us as students
and members of society.
Spartan Up!
10 11Andres Murillo Maritza Molina
for A.S. Controller for A.S. Controller
Hello Spartans! My name is Andres Murillo. I am currently a second year Hi Spartans!
International Business Major and I plan on acquiring a minor in Computer Science. My name is Maritza Molina and I’m a 4th-year student at San José State University.
It is with great honor that I announce my candidacy for A.S. Controller for the I’m pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Tourism, and Event Management. A fun fact
2021 – 2022 Academic School year. about me is I have 1 dog, 2 cats, and 12 chickens. I’m excited to announce
During my freshman year, I had the privilege of serving as the treasurer of Campus my candidacy for the position of Associated Student’s (A.S.) Controller!
Village C (CVC). As the treasurer, I worked with my Hall Government and CVC I have had the pleasure of working as the Student Assistant at the A.S. General
Resident Advisors to create memorable events for residents. I currently have the Services Center since 2017. While working at the A.S. General Services Center,
honor of serving as the Vice President of Administration & Finance for the Residence I assisted with coordinating and processing the funds for over 400 accounts of
Hall Association (RHA). As Vice President of Administration & Finance, I make sure Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) at San José State University. I serve
that there is adequate funding for RHA events, maintain transparency on the budget as the liaison for RSO’s who have been approved for A.S. funding. I have helped
by giving monthly account updates to members, and work in tandem with RHA’s in implementing and managing the A.S. Affordable Textbook Program, which
sister organization, National Residence Hall Honorary, to create engaging events grants students a $200 voucher to buy or rent textbooks, purchase school supplies,
for all the residents. and technology at the SJSU Spartan Bookstore.
SJSU has provided me with a fostering yet challenging environment that has As a student who works for A.S. and used these resources, I would like to make
positively impacted my academic and personal life on many levels. As such, these resources available to the greater student population. I believe my experience
I want to provide similar opportunities for the next generation of students as well as in working at the A.S. General Services Center will aid me in supporting
help them in their endeavors. I enjoy working with the SJSU community and I hope to and representing the students of San José State University by continuing the
serve you as the A.S. Controller. organization’s legacy of student advocacy and leadership. I look forward to the
Spartan Up! opportunity to serve you all as the 2021-2022 Associated Student’s Controller!
Have questions? Ask me at maritza.molina@sjsu.edu.
12 13Benz Phan Soumya Trivedi
for A.S. Controller for A.S. Controller
Hi Spartans! My name is Benz Phan and I am honored to announce my candidacy Hello Spartans! My name is Soumya Trivedi and I am honored to announce my
to serve as your Controller/CFO for the 2021-2022 academic year. I’m currently a candidacy to serve as your Controller for the 2021-2022 academic year. I’m currently
4th-year student pursuing a degree in Statistics with a minor in Computer Science. a 3rd-year student pursuing a degree in Software Engineering.
My parents were Vietnamese refugees from the Vietnam war, who were held in A wise man once said : TIME IS MONEY, but has anyone ever told you the exchange
refugee camps in Southeast Asia for several years before legally immigrating to rate? I am pretty sure its skyrocketing! Talking about money, finance, budget…..
San Francisco, California. I am a proud Vietnamese-American college student and don’t worry because I am here to help you out!
have been relentless in my pursuit of higher education while my parents have been Now the obvious question : Why me?
grinding every day to support our family. For the last two years, I’ve had the privilege Well you would be expecting a reply , wherein I tell you how extraordinary I am,
to serve on SJSU’s AS Finance Committee. I held responsibility for reviewing quarterly but rather let me tell you how ordinary I am : just like any other student I too have
financials, investments, risk management, and the annual budget and audit for dealt with problems like, paying tuition and managing my household expenses
presentation to the Board of Directors. By the start of the next academic year, I hope at the same time. I totally understand it becomes very difficult when you have
that SJSU students and organizations will be able to return to campus and make the to manage all of this, with your studies going on. But it was because of such
most of the funds that we provide. experiences that I became good in this area of life. Whether it be making a simple
Additionally, I served on the Associated Students Programming Committee where budget sheet for day to day expenses, or whether it be making an infinitely long
we created, organized, and executed programs that spark the desire in students to budget report for a firm, I feel that it just requires dedication and diligence
get involved with the campus community. to work things out .
SJSU has impacted my life in so many ways and my mission is to give back. I hope Equipped with skills gained from such experiences and a fire in my heart to serve
to count on your vote and be elected Controller for the upcoming year so that I can the fellow Spartans, I hope to count on your vote and be elected Controller for the
continue to enhance your student experience at SJSU. upcoming year.
Spartan Up! Spartan Up!
14 15Chloe Quyên Cramer Evan Oliver
for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs
Hey Spartans! My name is Chloe Quyên Cramer (pronouns: she/her/hers)
and I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs.
I started working as a Student Assistant in the A.S. Government Department
in January 2020. During my time here, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed watching the past
Boards work on improving the Spartan experience. I came to realize that this is
something I would love to be a part of, and out of all the committees I’ve sat in on,
Academic Affairs struck my interest the most.
As your Director of Academic Affairs, I want to be an advocate for you. I believe
that there is strength in community, and I would love to continue fostering an
environment that embraces inclusivity and allows student voices to be heard.
I recognize that there is frustration about the academic experience here at SJSU,
and I understand that the pandemic has heightened concerns surrounding
accessibility to resources, student-faculty interactions, and current academic policies.
If elected, I will commit to addressing these issues and more, by presenting
student concerns to the university and working closely with faculty and fellow
students to find solutions.
While higher education is a privilege, it’s by no means an easy path to navigate.
I look forward to a future where I can work with you all in order to create positive
change to our academic experience. Your voice matters, and I’m ultimately here
to uplift and amplify it!
16 17Ananth Upadhya Christopher Wong
for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs for A.S. Director of Business Affairs
What’s up Spartans!! I am Ananth Upadhya, pursuing my master’s degree in Hey Spartans! My name is Christopher Wong (he/him) and I’m a first year
Software Engineering at San Jose State University. Having followed SJSU’s success accounting major and a brother of Delta Sigma Phi.
for around a year, I would welcome the privilege of contributing to future growth
During my first year at SJSU, I have come to appreciate my campus and fellow
and success as the new Director of Academic Affairs. I am confident that my
students. I was introduced to unique individuals with diverse perspectives
academic history and aptitude for creative problem-solving will be an invaluable
through my experience as a new student seeking community. The connections
addition to Associate Students Director of Academic Affairs.
I have made with fellow spartans, freshman to seniors, have inspired me to
I thrive in environments where innovation and experimentation are encouraged represent an amazing community through Associated Students (A.S.). If elected,
and I love to explore new concepts. I am known for bringing about new inspiration as Director of Business Affairs, I will work towards fostering transparency between
and thought-provoking ideas. My diverse background has served me well in A.S and the student community at large. I am committed to creating a tangible
cultivating communicating organizational policies, conducting training programs difference in the lives of students and their finances. I will promote inclusion, equity,
and developing information systems strengths. These abilities, coupled with and the financial well-being of all students at SJSU. I will strive to improve the lives
a passion for the field, are well-aligned with the requirements for the Director of of students and their finances while also exploring ways of enacting projects that
Academic Affairs role. I perform best in a work culture that promotes high-energy reach beyond the scope of the role’s description to ensure that the students emerge
teamwork balanced with positivity and collaboration. from the challenges of this past year.
I am dependable and creative with a strong work ethic and an artistic eye, but also I plan to accomplish these efforts by investing in endeavors that can further aid
bring a fun-loving and enthusiastic attitude. I possess experience in communication, students in their return to normalcy. I have met countless amazing individuals who
leadership and collaboration and I am confident that my creative talents will prove deserve a supportive A.S. board of directors for the bright turnaround we have
to be an invaluable resource for the Associated Students Director of Academic Affairs ahead of us. I hope to be a driving factor within A.S as we all recover and grow
role. I look forward to speaking with you all about the opportunity to create and from the challenges of 2020.
grow as your new Director of Academic Affairs if I get elected for the same.
18 19Antonio Isael Maldonado Giselle Espinoza-Hernandez
for A.S. Director of Business Affairs for A.S. Director of Communications
Hello Spartans! My name is Antonio Isael Maldonado and I am a Sophomore at Hey, Spartans!
San Jose State University. I am majoring in Finance and I also serve as Treasurer for My name is Giselle Espinoza and I am a junior here at SJSU majoring in
my Fraternity which further drives me to pursue this position. communication studies. I was a transfer student from the College of San Mateo,
I am a first generation Latino student originally from Hayward, California. I am also where I spent one year involved in student life and advocacy. I am honored to
the eldest of two siblings who taught me how to be a leader as well as a responsible announce that I am running to be your Associated Students (A.S.) Director of
figure that embraces challenges and creates opportunities out of them. In my family, Communications. As I have made a virtual transition from my previous college
I have been acknowledged for being very organized and very disciplined with my to San Jose State University, I am looking forward to meeting you all in person
duties especially regarding Finance. Being raised in a low income household taught and experiencing the beautiful, diverse campus.
me the value of money and the great things that can be done when it is allocated As a first-generation Latinx student, my experiences growing up in public education
with organization and intention and this position will give me the perfect opportunity have revolved around not having access to many academic resources. Over time,
to showcase my developed skills while proudly serving my community. I have learned how to navigate my way through life and school while gaining a
Those around me consider me an extremely hardworking individual, having worked passion for helping others through leadership. During my time at the College of
over 7 jobs during High School and still being the captain of my school soccer team. San Mateo, I was a Student Senator and the Public Relations Co-Chair and
While hard work is important, I learned that it is not valuable if it is not intertwined Co-Founder for the Associated Students. I had the opportunity to work with several
with smart thinking. I have overcome obstacles in my past and learned valuable groups on campus and I also lead a team of creative individuals to help promote all
lessons from them that stuck with me and gave me wisdom for future challenges. that the Associated Students had to offer.
I plan on being the perfect combination of hard work and smart thinking for my College is filled with so many possibilities for all students, but I understand how
position and with this mentality I will deliver results that exceed expectations. difficult it may be to look for them. If elected, I hope to work cross-functionally with
groups all over campus to ensure that every student feels supported and motivated
throughout their college journeys.
I hope you all continue staying safe and don’t forget to vote!
20 21Colin Foley Martha Michelle Mata
for A.S. Director of Communications for A.S. Director of Communications
Hello Spartans, my name is Colin Foley, a 2nd year Business major from Oakland Hey Spartans!
and I am running to be your next Communications Director. My name is Martha Mata, and I’m honored to announce my candidacy
If elected, I will advocate to raise further awareness of Associated Students student for next year’s A.S. Director of Communications! I’m a second-year majoring in
resources through implementing new marketing methods to directly communicate Business Management Information Systems, and currently serve as this year’s
with students and campus partners. Additionally, I look to provide further A.S. Director of Communications.
transparency in regards to the tasks carried out by the Office of Communications This year I was given the opportunity to bridge the gap between the student body
if elected. Specifically through the creation of much more accessible reports and Associated Students through our most vital forms of communication right now,
to students in regards to the status and activities of the Office of Strategic which are social media and online resources. While in office, I have learned so much
Communications and Public Affairs, the CommUnivercity, the Center about our students and what they really need, and what they need is to be heard.
for Community Learning & Leadership (CCCL), the Alumni Association Surviving a pandemic, marching in BLM protests, and increasing voter turnout
and other ASI Boards sat on buy the Communications Director. in the 2020 Presidential Election has shown the enormous effort of our students,
Together, we can ensure students are maximizing their collegiate experience and I’m proud to be working alongside you.
through the use of ASI provided resources and that we all are informed In the coming year, the transition from online to in person classes will be challenging
in the developments taking place and set to take place at San Jose State as many of us have become accustomed to utilizing online resources. My highest
this upcoming academic year. priority is to maintain the accessibility of resources to ensure all students are getting
the necessary updates and information from A.S. I see first hand how important it is
that everyone can fully utilize all the resources A.S. offers and I will continue to
work towards a more unified community where we can all make our campus
a better place, full of opportunities.
Spartan Up!
22 23Gerard Pablo Ashley Guerrero
for A.S. Director of Communications for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs
Hello fellow Spartans! My name is Pablo and I am proud to announce my candidacy What’s good Spartans? My name is Ashley Guerrero (pronouns she/ella),
as your Director of Communications. As a third-year Public Relations major with and I’m a third-year Political Science major with a minor in Legal Studies.
a general business minor, I have developed a genuine passion for the ways that we I’m honored to announce my candidacy to serve as your Associated Students’
communicate as a community here on campus. During these unprecedented times Director of Intercultural Affairs.
and with the classes being held online, it is now important more than ever that Although I grew up in the East Bay, coming to San Jose my Freshman year was a
SJSU can easily communicate with its students. This is where I can play a pivotal real culture shock. I had gone from being the only Latinx student in some of my high
role in this process from the university to its students. As a proud member of the school classes to being surrounded by individuals from so many different cultures
Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, I have served leadership roles such as the Academic and backgrounds. I quickly settled into the community and grew to embrace the
Chairman. I have also served as the Vice President of the Infraternity Council so rich culture San Jose has to offer.
I have had experience in professional settings that require me to contribute to
important discussions that involve decisions that affect the Spartan community. My journey and endeavors outside of my academics have given me many
opportunities for growth. I’m currently serving as a Student Success Leader with
As someone who prioritizes relationships through rapport building, I can the Chicanx/Latinx Student Success Center (Centro), working to curate events
be a great liaison for the student body in the creation of communities around for our Chicanx/Latinx population. Through my position with Centro, I also work
our campus. Additionally, I believe that my ability to communicate with diverse alongside the Solidarity Network, an affiliation of different campus organizations
campus stakeholders will be beneficial in establishing connections among
working towards enriching student life.
student leaders and groups.
Serving as a Student-at-large with A.S. Lobby Corps has allowed me to further
More importantly, my passion for the SJSU community will push me to create quality understand the power we as students have. Lobby Corps advocates for students by
deliverables with the SJSU students at the center of every task handed to me. researching and recommending legislation, and also bringing awareness to issues
Thank you for your consideration! that impact students. I want to further advocate for students and ensure their voices
are being heard. Through this position, I intend on fostering a space for Spartans
to feel secure in sharing their needs and concerns.
Remember Spartans, it’s your vote, our pride.
24 25Rodrigo Saucedo JaeLyn Sandoval-Rios
for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs for A.S. Director of Internal Affairs
Hello Spartans! My name is Rodrigo Saucedo (pronouns: he/him/his) and I am a Hey Spartans! My name is JaeLyn Sandoval-Rios and I am currently in my first year
third-year transfer student from Las Positas College, majoring in Psychology and pursuing a degree in Business Management Information Systems. I am honored
minoring in Chicanx Studies. Being a first-generation college student and military to be able to run for Director of Internal Affairs.
veteran has provided me a unique insight throughout my college journey. I am living here on the SJSU campus and have been involved in different
Like other student veterans, I had a struggle transitioning from my lifestyle organizations. In the two semesters I have been on campus I have been able
and mentality when I began my first year of college immediately after my first to have the opportunity to serve as President of the First Years Residence Hall
deployment overseas with the US Army. Thankfully, I had a very supportive Association Government. Also in my second semester here at SJSU I have had the
Veterans Resource Center at my community college that became a key component opportunity to join National Residence Hall Honorary. From these organizations,
to my academic success. Due to my experiences, I believe I would be a great asset I have learned the importance of students’ voices and the importance of collaboration.
to serve on theVeterans Advisory Committee. In account of these organizations I am glad to say I have been able to develop not
only as a person but also a leader. I only hope I can continue to improve
I am grateful to be part of SJSU’s diverse population and I know how valuable it is
my leadership development.
to have community spaces for students. I want to use my platform to uplift student
voices and concerns from all categories regarding race, class, ethnicity, gender, With this role my goal is to create a safe environment and advocate for students.
sexuality, religion, disability, immigration status, military status etc. I will prioritize Students’ voice and role matters and it is important for me to understand my
gathering students from our community centers to collectively resolve DEI initiatives peers’ needs and wants. Running for Director of Internal Affairs inclusivity is a key
from the student perspective. concept. It is important that everyone in the community’s voices are heard. With
this opportunity I would like to be able to serve the community and demonstrate
Additionally, I have prior experience advocating for students when I held the
my leadership skills.
Director of Communications role last year in Las Positas College Student Government
and have always been actively involved on campus. With my leadership ability, Thank you for your consideration!
you can have confidence in me to serve you! Everyone deserves the right to feel
a sense of belonging and support at SJSU.
26 27Kadence Sky Walker Jalen Allen
for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs for A.S. Director of Student Resource Affairs
Hello, my fellow Spartans! My name is Kadence Sky Walker I’m a third-year What’s up Spartans!
political science major with a minor in Legal Studies. I also serve as the current My name is Jalen Allen, my pronouns are he/him. I am pleased to announce that I
Director of Legislative Affairs. My time serving you, the students of SJSU has been am running for the Director of Student Resource Affairs (SRA). I am a second-year
a privilege that I hope to continue. Given my experience of the position and my three Marketing major with a Public Administration and Public Policy minor.
years in A.S. shows my absolute dedication to my role. I ask for your consideration
in electing me Director of Legislative Affairs once again. During my SJSU career thus far, I have been an SJSU Orientation Leader,
A.S. committee member, Academic Senate committee member, Inter-fraternity
I plan to continue to fight for more comprehensive financial aid reform that reflects Vice President of Programming, and a brother of Delta Sigma Phi. I currently serve
the true cost of attending college and uplifting our homeless and housing insecure on the campus life affairs committee, working closely with the current Director of
students. The struggles and difficulties we all face on campus have only been Student Resource Affair. The combination of these opportunities has ignited
exacerbated due to COVID. Now as we enter into a new time potentially COVID my passion for leadership.
free it would be easy to forget about those most vulnerable on our campus.
I will continue to fight for legislation that addresses these issues. The pandemic has taken a toll on SJSU as a whole but most notably the students.
As SRA, one of my goals is to create a web series that will provide students with the
As a seasoned and experienced member of the Board of Directors, I possess the tools necessary to transition back to the in-person experience. This will be aimed at
unique ability to fully utilize this position. I have served on numerous committees newer students to help them learn the campus and available resources.
acting as an advocate for student’s interests. I attend CSSA meetings, Academic
Senate meetings, and meetings with legislators, all while forming valuable Our campus is admirably diverse, but an inclusive community calls for equitable
relationships along the way. If given the opportunity I would hope to continue to access to resources and accountability. I am planning to host workshops that
build on this framework and further my advocacy efforts for the students of SJSU. address all the needs and identities of students. Among these will be a workshop
for Black students and other crucial demographics of students.
I am committed to amplifying the educational and transformative opportunities
at SJSU. Regardless if students are first-generation or a continuing student legacy,
I will be vigorously devoted to making sure every student has the opportunity
to be successful.
28 29Sharanya Kumar Marco Echeandia
for A.S. Director of Student Rights & Responsibilities for A.S. Director of Sustainability Affairs
Hi Spartans! My name is Sharanya Kumar, and I am so excited to be running for
the position of Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities this year!
I am a Political Science Major with a minor in Economics and Computer Science.
By being a part of three different colleges, I can understand the academic needs of
my fellow Spartans. Not only is my educational journey wide-reaching, so was my
upbringing. Being raised in the Bay Area exposed me to many socio-cultural and
economic differences. Through these experiences, I understand the diversity of our
student body and am ready to be your voice.
I’ve always had a passion for clear communication and student advocacy.
Throughout my time at SJSU, I’ve been an executive of Her Campus and an
advocate for women’s rights in our community. Also as a new orientation leader,
I’ve worked hard to create an inclusive environment for all of our incoming Spartans.
If elected, I will do my best to give students a voice in all matters concerning our
rights. As we hopefully transition back to in-person learning, I want to represent
the concerns and questions we have as a post-pandemic student body.
I intend to help build our campus back up from the effects of the pandemic,
and I hope to protect our rights as students and promote equality.
30 31ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
SEC Advisors
Samantha Quiambao (Elections Lead), A.S. Government & Leadership Coordinator
Alexandra Froelich, Director of Student Conduct & Ethical Development
Dylan Mazelis, Leadership Coordinator, Student Involvement
Arellius Medina Edilbert Signey, A.S. Marketing & Communications Manager
for A.S. Director of Sustainability Affairs Jade Bordenave, A.S. Events Coordinator
Greetings Spartans! I hope you all are staying healthy and continuing to stay resilient A.S. Student Government Support
during these difficult times. My name is Arellius Medina and my pronouns are Christy Riggins, A.S. Administrative Assistant
(he/him/his). I am a proud Spartan and a brother of Delta Sigma Phi. I am from the Chloe Cramer, Student Assistant
North bay area, specifically Stockton, California and eager to announce that I am
running for the Director of Sustainability Affairs. Graphic Design
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As someone who has always been passionate about the condition of the environment,
I am extremely driven in my area of study, marine biology. After an eye-opening year,
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I became determined to make environmentally conscious changes within my community.
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I am running because I want to advocate for the well-being of students and the
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community at large. My objective is to be transparent with the SJSU community so all
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matters regarding sustainability, student success, and student accessibility are addressed
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to the furthest extent possible. I am firmly committed to promoting projects that will lead
our campus into becoming close to zero waste. Additionally, I want to push SJSU in the
direction of neighboring universities who have retracted from the usage of fossil fuels.
Students at San Jose State deserve a clean, safe, and inclusive environment to attain
an education and consequently mold ourselves into respectable individuals.
I am committed to empowering change within the university and speaking up
for crucial issues affecting students.
With that, please consider me for Director of Sustainability for an all-encompassing
community and improved campus climate.
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Associated Students, SJSU
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San José, CA 95192-0128
Individuals requiring sign language interpreters, real-time captioning or other accommodations should contact Christy Riggins,
A.S. Government Administrative Assistant, at christy.riggins@sjsu.edu as soon as possible.
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