Voter Information Guide A.S. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION 2020
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOTING BEGINS
Monday, April 13, 7:00pm (immediately following Candidate Debates)
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About Associated Students
VOTING ENDS
Thursday, April 18, 8:00am
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A Message from the Students’ Election Commission
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Elections Calendar
HOW AND WHERE TO VOTE
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Candidates for A.S. President
Vote online using your SJSU ONE login credentials at: sjsu.edu/as/vote. You will vote using the A.S. Elections Voting App.
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Candidates for A.S. Vice President
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Candidates for A.S. Controller
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Business Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Co-Curricular Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Internal Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Student Resource Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities
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Candidates for A.S. Director of Sustainability Affairs
VOTER ELIGIBILITY
ENDORSEMENTS QUESTIONS?
All matriculated SJSU students who have paid the most current A.S. activity fees are eligible to participate in A.S. Elections 2020. Continuing Education and Open University students are ineligible to vote. Official student organization endorsements for each candidate may be found online at sjsu.edu/as/vote. Contact the Students’ Election Commission (SEC) at: student-elections@sjsu.edu and (408)924-6241. Visit the A.S. Government Office: Diaz Compean Student Union, 2nd Floor, Suite 2300.
OUR 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 high-quality programs and services; and,
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS
To prepare students as they move towards a thoughtful and purposeful life after graduation.
YOUR STUDENT GOVERNMENT 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 student life. Opportunities to get involved and obtain leadership skills are among our highest priorities. The A.S. Board of Directors represents the student body and is made up of 13 members, including President, Vice President and Controller. They are the voice of SJSU students and advocate on their behalf on campus, statewide and national issues.
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A.S. DEPARTMENTS
Student Government César E. Chávez Community Action Center Child Development Center Events General Services Center Human Resources Marketing Print & Technology Center Transportation Solutions
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A MESSAGE FROM THE 2019-2020 STUDENTS’ ELECTION COMMISSION
ELECTIONS CALENDAR
Hello, Spartans!
CAMPAIGN PERIOD: March 16 to April 13
IMPORTANT: In-person events are canceled and are now virtual events.
We, the Students’ Election Commission (SEC), are proud to announce elections for the A.S. Board of Directors 2020-2021! Cast your vote to choose next school year’s Spartan Champions to represent the student body.
Meet the Candidates: A.S. Instagram and Twitter Introduction of Candidates: March 23-25 Candidate Videos: April 8-10
The A.S. Board of Directors works collectively to improve the academic and extracurricular experience for over 36,000 students and 450 recognized student organizations on campus. They advocate on behalf of students and represent our interests, concerns, and issues with regard to campus climate and overall student success.
Candidate Debates Monday, April 13, 5-7PM. The debates will be hosted by the Spartan Daily. Zoom Conference call number to be announced.
The SEC collaborates with students, staff, and SJSU departments to present what we hope will be a promising and successful election season. Thank you to everyone involved in this process.
ONLINE VOTING PERIOD: April 13 to 17
As always, the Students’ Election Commission is dedicated to providing a fun, fair, and transparent election this year!
Voting Begins Monday, April 13, 7PM (Immediately following the Candidate Debates)
Your Vote! Our Pride! Exercise your right by casting your vote online at: sjsu.edu/as/vote between April 13 at 7:00pm to April 16 at 8:00am!
Voting ends Thursday, April 16, 8AM
Cynthia Fernandez-Rios Chief Elections Officer
Payton Robinson Events Officer
Joshua Reyes Election Consultant
Election Results Thursday, April 16, 12-1:30PM Zoom Conference call number to be announced.
Kylee Kim Ethics Officer
Soumya Trivedi Marketing Office
Noor Tahirkheli Election Consultant
Amun Ahmed Student-at-Large
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WIN PRIZES! Winners will be chosen throughout voting period using a randomizer. Winners names will be announced via the A.S. Instagram account (as_sjsu). To read full contest mechanics, please visit: sjsu.edu/as/vote.
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Zobeida Delgadillo for A.S. President
Hello everyone! My name is Zobeida Delgadillo. I’m a third year Political Science major with a minor in Public Relations. This year I will be running for your Associated Student’s (A.S.) President! I’ve been involved with Associated Students since my freshman year where I began as a Human Resources receptionist. With that experience, I’ve mastered a significant understanding for the structure of A.S., the resources, and the departments they offer to students. I currently serve as your Associated Students Director of Legislative Affairs. With this position I am the chair of Lobby Corps and I serve as a Senator on the San Jose State Academic Senate. My experience has allowed me to expand my leadership through the comprehension of higher education and various aspects in public policy. Through my position, I am the current voting member on CSSA representing San Jose State. Where I’m involved in advocating for more state funding for the CSU system, financial aid reform and promoting student participation in the governance of the CSU system. For the past year, I’ve worked to empower the voices of students through planning events such as Democracy Week (a voter education and registration event) and I Stand With Immigrants Day of Action which focused on promoting students to be civically engaged on campus. I’ve served as a student advocate for higher education throughout my years at SJSU as an active participant in student government and leadership opportunities. I’ve been an Orientation leader through the New Student and Family Programs.
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Vishnu Saravanakumar for A.S. President
Hello Spartans! My name is Srivishnu Saravanakumar and I am proud to announce my candidacy as your Associated Students President. I currently serve as a Residential Advisor in housing and also as the president of the Residence Life Association, so I understand what it means to represent a large body. For the past two years I’ve been working with SJSU faculty and students to address important issues on this campus such as improving diversity, equity and unity. As RLA president, in collaboration with the current AS President, I was able to help residents and RAs switch to a meal plan that favored the students’ needs over corporation needs in 2019. In the present, the SU dining options have increased hours of operation, allowing students more flexibility for dining, and the Dining Commons is implementing more options that better align with student needs. If elected I will continue to make quality of life changes to SJSU, work towards improving campus climate and carry on my responsibility of being a student advocate. As President, I’ll work tirelessly to make sure that the entire student body’s best interests are represented. As someone that has seen firsthand the work required to make change and has also recognized the work and commitment that AS president entails, I am confident in tackling this position and excited to represent my fellow students: Residents, Commuters, International, Graduate, Sports, Greek. At the end of the day we are all students of San Jose State University.
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Grace Ly-Pang for A.S. Vice President
What’s good Spartans! My name is Grace Pang and I am a senior running to your next Vice President/Chair of Associated Students! All of us are currently students living in unprecedented times- and I am running to empower and equip our student body to demand more of our educational experience. As a former AS Board member and current executive officer for statewide student government, I not only bring a wealth of experience and wisdom to the table- I am also prepared to bring compassion, integrity, humility, transparency & strength to student government leadership. This work of making the educational experience at SJSU more accessible and affordable is more important than ever. The mission to impact all 35,000 Spartans for the better continues! To follow my campaign or get in touch with me please email me at grace.pang@sjsu.edu or follow my instagram @gpangforvp
Brendon Quock for A.S. Vice President
Hello Spartans! My name is Brendan Quock. I am currently a third year Communication Studies Major with a Minor in General Business and I am running for the position of Associated Student’s Vice President. I am running for this position because as your next possible Vice President, I will develop and strengthen this school and its students through my strong leadership capabilities. As a student who is deeply involved in student organizations and more, it is in my own best interest to help those that create a meaningful community that we call SJSU. It will be my duty and responsibility to partner and communicate with all student organizations to create a better campus representation for all students. I am currently a part of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity where I have served as the Social Events Chairman, House Manager and the current Recruitment Chairman. I also serve as the Interfraternity Council Executive Vice President. This past semester, I have done the SJSU Pebble Beach SEMT program which allowed me to grow my leadership and management skills exponentially. In addition to these positions of leadership, I have done the SJSU Career and Leadership Career Program as well as being given the honor of Eagle Scouts with the Boy Scouts of America. I believe my experience in leadership can assist with my goal of creating a better community within all SJSU students through Associated Students. With your help, I can better our community and help every student shine within their prospective areas.
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Wesley Sullivan for A.S. Vice President
Hello! My name is Wesley Sullivan and I am a second year business major. I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to run for A.S. Vice President at SJSU and hopefully be able to represent my fellow students. I left high school with the hopes of a new start to reinvent myself, I was fortunate enough to be welcomed with open arms at SJSU. I have met so many amazing people, grown into more of the person I wish to be and I am delighted to call SJSU my home. I am currently a Resident Advisor(RA) in CV2, active in Delta Sigma Phi, president of Spikeball SJSU, and Treasurer of RLA. As an RA I have been able to develop my leadership skills while also connecting with many students. Through my involvement I have learned a lot about what students struggle with on campus and I would love to bring my experiences to help influence important decisions. RLA is a student organization of RAs who want to advocate for their fellow RAs to their supervisors in order to shape housing decisions. My experiences in RLA have greatly influenced my ability to identify needs and bring forth change as a representative in my community.
Jayanth Yalamanchi for A.S. Controller
Hey, I’m Jayanth Yalamanchi, the next AS Controller and aspiring analyst hoping to work for a mutual fund picking the securities that go into the funds. My passion for finance, investments, and economics makes me the best candidate for this role. From a young age, I’ve role modeled family members with successful careers in the finance and wealth distribution sector. They have given me great insight into personal investing, such as how to properly allocate funds. I also know how to rebalance portfolios in times of economic distress, like the one we are currently facing due to the spread of COVID-19. By applying what I know to real-world scenarios on campus, I can protect the SJSU community from economic distress and guide us through a challenging year ahead. My passion for helping others has led me here to San Jose, and in times like these, we needto maintain control and accountability over funds and campus activities so all SJSU students get to enjoy the ultimate Spartan experience. Together… we can and will make a difference. And with me as your next AS Controller for the 20/21 academic year, we can and will make ourselves immune to the challenges ahead. I look forward to having your vote on Monday, April 13th.
As VP I would strive to minimize the stress students face while fostering a community centered around growth and positivity. As a representative I would push my community’s needs to the forefront and make their experiences a priority in shaping policies on campus.
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Nicholas Kern
Flor Sario
for A.S. Controller
for A.S. Controller
Hello there!
Hi Spartans!
In these uncertain times, we need an AS Controller who can get things done. Whoever’s elected should be a strong and charismatic leader; a visionary who can conceptualize their goal and institute a strategic plan to achieve success. They have to know the school’s bureaucracy like the back of their hand, to embody the conduit between the university and the student populace. Most of all, they should be a steward who safeguards the student body’s financial wellbeing with all of their mind, body, and soul.
My name is Flor Sario and I am honored to announce my candidacy to serve as your Controller for the 2020-2021 academic year. I’m currently a 4th year student pursuing a degree in Business Management Information Systems with a minor in Chicana/ Chicano Studies.
Now, I’m not saying that I meet any of these criteria, but what I can tell you in no uncertain terms is that I make very, very good chocolate chip cookies. These aren’t just any run-ofthe-mill, salt-of-the-earth, spaghetti-and-meatball, mom-and-pop, regular-joe-schmoe kind of cookies. When I bake these bad boys, you can be sure that they will be of the utmost quality and excellence, to the point that some would describe as beyond our dimension of comprehension. For legal reasons, I’m not allowed to distribute these cookies during my campaign, but if you’re curious as to how this skill set carries over to functioning as the AS controller, vote for me!
I was born in Oaxaca, Mexico and was brought to the United States when I was two years old. I am a proud first-generation college student and have been relentless in my pursuit of higher education while being an undocumented woman of color. This year, I’ve had the privilege to serve as your Director of Business Affairs. This position gave me a platform and resources to work on projects that will impact the greater San José State (SJSU) community. A project I am especially proud of bringing to fruition is providing free feminine care products in all Student Union bathrooms. By the end of this semester, students will have access to free pads and tampons. Additionally, I led the initiative to restructure the Associated Students Scholarship funds, which totals to $70,000.00 worth of scholarships. I proposed and implemented lowering the GPA requirement from a 3.0 to a 2.5 to increase the applicant pool. SJSU has impacted my life in more than one way and my drive is to give back. I hope to count on your vote and be elected Controller for the upcoming year so that I can continue to enhance your student experience at SJSU. Spartan Up!
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Anoop Kaur
for A.S. Director of Academic Affairs
Raj Shah
for A.S. Director of Business Affairs
What’s good Spartans! My name is Anoop Kaur (pronouns: she/her/hers) and I am honored to announce my candidacy to represent you as your Associated Students Director of Academic Affairs.
My name is Raj Shah. I am a sophomore at San Jose State University majoring in electrical engineering. I am currently the hall rep for the Residence Housing Association of SJSU and the Project Officer at the IDEAS Lab.
Currently serving as your Director of Academic Affairs, it has been my privilege to set up the new Academic Affairs Committee within Associated Students. I have come to understand the power of advocacy and inclusively voicing the concerns of all students. When I started off in A.S. as a Student-at-Large my Frosh year, I gained an understanding of what it meant to serve on a committee. This year, chairing my own committee I have learned how to make collective goals come to light through events, fostering relationships, and outreach. Together, the Academic Affairs committee has been working towards inclusively representing the needs of all students in order to strengthen the academic experience here at SJSU.
I am very passionate about getting involved in various student led organizations and advocacy driven organizations such as student government. I believe they can assist accomplish my goal of bringing out a positive change in the community we live in. In my time here, as an international student, I have observed a lot of challenges that the university faces in terms of diversity, inclusion and community building. But I believe that with collaborative efforts, together we can build a strong community with healthier and safer environment.
Additionally, serving as a Student Senator I helped provide input with new General Education changes and other key curriculum areas. I hope to continue to seek student input and provide key feedback when it comes to policies that affect our education. Thank you for allowing me to serve one term, if elected again I will continue to prioritize the concerns of students and advocate for your educational needs. I encourage everyone to vote in the 2020-2021 elections in order to make your voice heard. Together let’s continue to advocate to build a better, safer, and more inclusive community to unite all Spartans!
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As a sportsman and in my journey of becoming a Black-belt recipient of Tae-Fudo martial arts I have learnt a lot about significance of discipline, dedication and perseverance. Hence, I want to take this opportunity to display my leadership skills and serve the community by providing them with an experience that will go above and beyond what they expect. I just want to have a voice, for myself and others like myself. So, let us all take a pledge of voting and choosing the right candidate who has the vision to create change for the betterment of the university.
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Shashwath Koppisetty
for A.S. Director of Co-Curricular Affairs
SPARTAN NATION! I’m Shashwath Koppisetty, and I’m running for Director of Co-Curricular Affairs. As a fourth year student here at SJSU, I can confidently say one of the biggest problems on Campus is our lack of unity and spirit. This stems from our university being a huge commuter school, which means many of our students feel disconnected from the Campus Culture. As it stands there are only a handful of events that bring together the entire Student Body such as Fire on the Fountain. If elected, my main goal will be adding more of these large scale events where our community can organize and thrive together. As Vice President of Beta Theta Pi, I have gained invaluable experience in event planning, and I can assure you, I will be able to transfer those skills into building the best events A.S. has ever thrown. If you want to see a Blizzard cover Tower Lawn or see 7th Street Plaza be converted into a Water Park, your choice is clear. Let’s band together to strengthen our spirit and invent a grander Campus Experience. Think Big, Spartan Up!
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Leland Pama
for A.S. Director of Co-Curricular Affairs
Hey Spartans, my name is Leland Pama and I am a transfer student from De Anza College, majoring in Communications. I love the diverse and inclusive culture of SJSU, being here has been an amazing experience. SJSU is an underrated school and I want to give back to it what it has given me. In High School, I organized restaurant fundraisers and executed an event that showcased all 103 clubs on campus. I think it’s important that clubs and organizations on campus can showcase themselves and have a voice on campus. Food and Event Planning has always been my passion. Last event that I helped implement was the Fall Mixer at De Anza. I have experience in organizing events both big and small. Putting on events that many people enjoyed has helped me understand how to bring people together and boost school spirit. I believe 7 years of experience in student government will help me succeed. As Director of Co-Curricular Affairs, I’d like to do things that better connect students of SJSU with the diverse community around us. I’d like to plan an event where local restaurants can come in and showcase their food, allowing our students to enjoy the many ethnic foods from around the world that they can get locally. I’d also like to promote more events with the local community and government. This will help open doors for students both during and after their time here in SJSU.
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Alaa Salim
Cristopher Acosta
for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs
Hello, Spartans! My name is Alaa Salim and I am currently a junior at SJSU majoring in Computer Science. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I am very excited to be running in this year’s election to be your A.S Director of Intercultural Affairs. SJSU has a vastly diverse population and this is also the reason why most people choose to join us here. My goal is to represent, protect and facilitate the growth of this diversity on-campus. I am passionate about the rights of underrepresented and minority communities, women’s rights and immigration rights. I want to ensure that you have a safe space at SJSU and have access to the resources needed to succeed at SJSU. I want to improve the services offered by the health center and decrease wait times for students. I will work towards ensuring that ethnic/cultural organizations have the resources needed to ensure their members have everything they need. I want undocumented, veterans, first generation, and every non-traditional student on campus to have their needs and concerns addressed. In addition, I will work to make sure that the international students have a safe place on campus and are not targeted financially. If elected, I will create an inclusive environment where your voices are heard irrespective of your background, beliefs, and immigration status.
for A.S. Director of Intercultural Affairs
What’s up Spartans ! I’m Cristopher Acosta and I’d like your support for my candidacy as Director of Intercultural Affairs. As a third year student studying political science, I have developed a genuine passion for politics and contributing to the betterment of our community. I want to utilize the passion I have for this subject and transfer it to the students of San Jose State University. In pursuit of my goal of contributing to our campus, I am currently serving the University’s Housing Community as a Peer Advisor. Also as a member of one of the largest greek organizations on campus: Delta Sigma Phi; I have been granted multiple opportunities to present my leadership capabilities as Chairmen of Alumni and Parent Relations and as New Member Educator. Using skills obtained in these positions I’m prepared to represent my community as an advocate of diversity! Having the convenience of living in such a diverse community here in San Jose. I was inspired for a chance to advocate for the students that make this community so welcoming. Ethnic/cultural, international, and non-traditional student groups here at San Jose State University, gives students from all walks of life an opportunity to find a home in our Spartan community. I aspire to maintain and protect the groups that lead our campus in achieving our goal of multicultural competence. In the future I hope to use the influence granted to me by you to continue to create a campus that embraces diversity and community.
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Flor Rebecca Jimenez
Nina Chuang
for A.S. Director of Internal Affairs
Greetings Spartans! It is my pleasure to be running as your Candidate for Director of Internal Affairs. As a third year I have had the ability to work with other organizations on campus due to prior leadership experiences. I am a Criminology major with two minors; Forensic Science and Psychology. My plans after graduation include earning a PhD in Criminology and working as a Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent! Although being a first-generation student is challenging, Throughout my college experience, I have served in various positions as a student leader working with organizations that offer opportunities to students.Commuting from down South to San Jose, has made me realize how important it is for students to have a voice on university policy, that is why I am motivated to represent the student body by voicing student concerns. A.S provides on campus jobs and distinct services in our campus community. This position’s duties include skills that I am proficient in, such as reviewing the University’s policy while working with government documents and making sure they are being updated as well as ensuring a safe and fun environment for everyone to feel like at home while being at SJSU. I am running for the Director of Internal Affairs because I am passionate about making sure that university government documents are representing the entire SJSU student body. It is part of my career that I will be managing after reaching my goals. Again, let’s begin making memories for 2020-2021 together!
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for A.S. Director of Student Resources Affairs
Hello Spartans! I am Nina Chuang (Pronouns: she/her/hers), and I am honored to be running to be your A.S. Director of Student Resource Affairs. I am a Bay Area native and a second-year undergraduate pursuing Nutritional Science with a concentration in Dietetics and a minor in Chemistry. If I’m not studying at the top floor of the MLK library, you can find me practicing kung fu with the Spartan Wushu Club, drinking boba with friends at MLKY, enjoying a game of golf, or expressing my creativity through event planning. I serve on the recently created Associate Students Academic Affairs committee as your College of Health and Human Sciences Representative. I work towards bridging the gap past just the wide variety of majors in CHHS and creating an atmosphere of inclusivity and diversity on campus. As a fellow student, I look forward to serving you by not only supporting your success on campus but also raising awareness for opportunities that help your voice to be heard. Student success is reflected through the communities we are a part of and our life after university. Developing ways for students to achieve their definitions of success through the many programs offered at State is one of my goals if elected to this position. 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!
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Ashley Guerrero
for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs
Hey everyone! My name is Ashley Guerrero and I am a first-generation second-year political science major campaigning to be your next Director of Legislative Affairs. I’m campaigning for this position because I believe in the importance of being able to instill change through policy, effective communication, and dialogue. Ever since I started here at San Jose State I recognized the importance of the student voice and how we can as a collective empower change. I strive to collaborate with other student organizations, departments, programs and resources to be able to coordinate events that raise awareness to student’s issues and concerns. As a Student Leadership Ambassador with the Student Involvement department, I was able to learn more about the importance of cultivating a space on campus where students can come together and share what they are passionate about. I understood what it meant to be a leader through my different engagements with students of different backgrounds, and the importance of leadership development. My experiences have motivated me to become someone who wants to create a space on campus for diversity and inclusion by integrating social justice-based advocacy through the facilitation of a variety of events and programs. I want to be able to foster a space at San Jose State where Spartans could work together as a cooperative to make a difference through our shared visions. So don’t forget to vote, because every voice matters.
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Shivam Patel
for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs
Hey Spartans! My name is Shivam Patel, and I am honored to announce my candidacy for your Associated Students’ Director of Legislative Affairs. As students, we should never stop demanding a higher expectation for our academic experience at this campus. Currently serving as a student-at-large on the Legislative Affairs committee, for the past two years, I understand what it means to advocate for others. I have been working with faculty and students to bring positive change by addressing diversity, equality, and unity throughout campus. Last summer, I had the chance to intern at Joe Biden’s Presidential Campaign at the National Headquarters. I was asked to assist the National Deputy Director of Operations to help operations in the 4 early voting states. On the campaign, I built many powerful relations and was able to share my input on various issues, especially affecting the youth. If elected, I will strengthen the existing relationships I’ve built between SJSU and our legislators. I plan on lobbying for financial aid to reflect the total cost of attendance and continue to be firm in our opposition to tuition hikes given the increasing burdens that students bear with the high cost of living. Thank you, and I hope that I can count on your vote! To follow my campaign or get in touch with me please email me at shivam.patel01@sjsu.edu or follow my instagram @patelforlegislative
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Kadence Sky Walker
Dalila Gomez
for A.S. Director of Legislative Affairs
I am a student leader on campus that participates in a variety of campus organizations that have enabled me to be incredibly involved at SJSU. I have worked as a student at large on A.S. Lobby Corps for 2 years. Lobby Corps is tasked with bringing awareness and making recommendations to A.S. about legislation that affects students at SJSU. Lobby Corps works in tandem with the California State Students Association (CSSA). CSSA is a CSU system-wide student-led organization that advocates for student’s needs and higher education policies. Through CSSA and Lobby Corps I have been able to meet with Assembly members and advocate policies for my fellow students. I am incredibly familiar with the political and legislative process as I have worked under multiple city council and local representatives in our state capitol. This experience has made me equipped for the duties of Director of Legislative Affairs. Additionally, I serve as the head director of Community Engagement as a member of Pi Kappa Phi. I serve as the representative on the Inter Fraternal Council as a member of Pi Kappa Phi. I am the Vice President of the Poets and writers coalition. It is because of this variety of positions that I hold within our campus community, I believe confirms I am prepared to tackle the responsibilities as the Director of Legislative Affairs. With this position, I plan to push for financial aid reform policies that cover the entire cost of college like books and on-campus housing.
for A.S. Director of Student Rights & Responsibilities
Hey, Spartans! I am Dalila Gomez, a third-year majoring in Political Science with a minor in Legal Studies. As a first-generation undocumented student at SJSU, I have committed myself to be a resource and advocate for the future generations of underrepresented students attaining higher education. My service in the San Jose community entails being a mentor for high school students, through the Strive for College program. I have also led lobbying efforts to prevent substance abuse in Hayward area high-schools, having most recently lobbied in the California State Capitol for Financial Aid reform. As a commuter student, I have found a community being a member of MEChA, UndocuSpartan, and the Lobby Corps committee as a Student- At- Large. I am honored to be a Spartan and aspire to ensure that all students feel that they are members of an institution in which they have a say and are protected. As Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, I will make it my mission to be a resource and ally, have you any questions regarding the administrative policies. Students deserve transparency when it comes to the policies that govern their college experience, I will keep you updated through improved campus partnerships. You are not and should not feel like you are alone when dealing with the administration, allow me to be of assistance. I look forward to serving you as your Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities with immense pride. Spartan Up! - D.G.M.
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Jocelyn Jones-Trammell
for A.S. Director of Sustainability Affairs
Hello Spartans! I hope this message finds you in good health. My name is Jocelyn Jones-Trammell and I am pleased to announce that I am running to be your Director of Sustainability Affairs for the 2020-2021 year. I fell in love with nature as a child through exploring the woods with my fellow Girl Scouts and camping under the stars with my family in Tahoe every summer. As an adult I take pride in the ways I have sought to sustain the environment I love, personally and professionally. I am progressing towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts: Interior Design with two supplemental minors in Architectural Studies and Black Women’s Studies. Interior Designers like myself produce creative, technical solutions which enhance the quality of its users’ lives while adhering to code requirements and advancing principles of environmental sustainability. As your Director of Sustainability Affairs, I aim to assist Associated Students, the Environmental Resource Center, and the many resource facilities on campus, in enhancing your quality of life here at San José State University. I intend to provide you further access to the tools necessary to incorporate sustainable practices into your daily lives so you can maintain your wellbeing and do your part in continuing San Jose State’s legacy in Sustainability. We share responsibility in preserving our environment for ourselves and for future generations of San José State students. Join me in keeping this campus happy, healthy, and green! Let’s save the bees, plant some more trees, and get these degrees – together. 30
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