As President, I will work to make a tangible difference in your everyday college experience. I want to reach out directly to all of you and react to your needs, all while trying to create a cohesive and smart A.S. Council that will work for you. In this time more than any, it is necessary that we work together to form a stronger representative government. The issues that we face this year as students are numerous. The University has its tightest budget ever, and we have seen the affordability of our institution decrease every year. I will ensure that you have a voice in the decision making process, be it here at UC San Diego, or with the UC Regents. You are a part of the Associated Students, and the Associated Students Council is your voice.

As VP Student Life, I will work to create UCSD Campus Community through the Associated Students Offices of Diversity, Athletics, and Concerts and Events. I will work to collaborate the three offices so that various communities within the student body can come together in any space, whether it be a cultural performance during half-time or diversifying the concerts and events office to include more nooners and lecture series. I will also appoint representative and educated students to serve on campus-wide committees to guarantee shared governance among students and administration.  Through the office of Student Life, the Associated Students will make this an AMAZING year at UC San Diego!

As VP External Affairs, I strive towards the goal of making higher education accessible and affordable for all students. Our office works towards outreach, recruitment and the investment of all students through campaigns and conferences that advocate for access and affordability through grassroots organizing and legislative efforts. We continue to build coalitions with the ten UC campuses through the University of California Student Association, which strives to advocate, educate, and organize to build student power in the University of California and throughout the state. Our office works to build student power and hold key decision-makers accountable.

As VP of Finance, I will work to make the A.S. a better, more accessible resource for the student body. I hope to accomplish this by simplifying the funding process, by improving advertising for the numerous services A.S. provides to the student body, and by providing guidance for student organizations facing any obstacles to their success. I will also work to bring accountability to the use of student fees, both in A.S. and in the campus at large. The most important goal I have for this year is to begin decreasing A.S.'s dependence on student fees by increasing the revenue generated by our enterprises and by seeking sponsorships from the business community.

As AVP Academic Affairs, I will work to maintain and increase undergraduate representation and governance on the academic level. I work with the Academic Senators and the Academic Divisions to outreach to all undergraduates on academic issues. Throughout this year, I will be working on various academic policies (syllabus, add/drop dates, etc.). But, I will also be working to ensure that any budgetary constrictions the university is forced to endure minimally affect students' education. I will also work to improve the U.S. Grants program through advertising and revisions to the application process. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Office Hours: Friday 10-11am---------------------------------

As AVP Athletic Relations, I will work to ensure a dynamic improvement in school spirit by generating an entertaining environment through engaging events that require active student participation. I will substantially increase student attendance and diversity at games by working one-on-one with the Athletic department, Triton Tide, and organizations on campus. I will generate a resilient sense of community by bridging the gap between athletes, students, and faculty while making sporting events a memorable college experience. I cannot accomplish these goals without you, the student; let’s work as a team!

As AVP of College Affairs, I will work to promote the college system and college councils to strengthen connections among the six colleges and the greater university. As the campus has grown, many campus resources have become centralized and the colleges are more and more overlooked. The unique six-college system at UCSD is an amazing way for students to feel like they are part of a closer community than our entire campus of over 20,000 undergraduates. I want the college system to be something that all students, staff, and faculty at UCSD can appreciate and take pride in.

As AVP Concerts and Events, I will work to manage my staff to coordinate diverse programming that our office is known for accomplishing. I look forward to using my experience to re-evaluate events, such as FallFest and the Sun God Festival, while also continuing the great traditions, such as Bear Gardens and the All-Campus Dance. I resolve to continue supporting and sponsoring successful programs and further increase the size and scope of our office for the betterment of the UCSD community.

As AVP Diversity Affairs, I will serve to improve the campus climate by promoting and implementing diversity initiatives to enhance campus awareness of underrepresented students. I plan to connect the campus by making sure that students are aware of diversity centered organizations and events. My goals include strengthening connections between Associated Students, general student body, and programs, such as SPACES and OASIS. Connecting to the progressive student organizations on campus will play a large role in gaining understanding of individuals from diverse backgrounds to form solidarity and act as allies in the quest for acceptance and appreciation. I will reach out to the greater San Diego underrepresented populations in order to increase their representation on our campus. These goals can be achieved with active student interest and participation.

As AVP Enterprise Operations, I monitor the day-to-day operations and oversee the long term development of the of the A.S. enterprises (The Grove, Lecture Notes, Soft Reserves, etc). My goals are to revive the fiscal viability of The Grove and to boost profits through efficient operations and expansion for our other enterprises.

As AVP Local Affairs, I plan to forge a two way relationship between students and local leaders in the greater San Diego area, including local Native American communities. San Diego County has a total of 18 Native American reservations, more than any other county in the United States, yet Native American students represent the lowest demographic in the student body. They are a part of greater San Diego area, and I look forward to working with these communities to not only understand ways to outreach to the prospective students, but also on how UCSD can play a larger role with them as well. I also intend to work with SPACES on their outreach and access ideas for other student communities, who historically have been underrepresented.

As AVP Student Advocacy, I will work to ensure that your rights as a student are upheld and defended. My office and I will advise and represent students during conflicts with the University and encourage policy that protects your rights. The Office of Student Advocacy is here for any student with questions or concerns regarding the Student Conduct Code. Student Advocacy is by your side.

As AVP Student Organizations, I work to build strong ties between the student organizations and A.S. I will be working within the funding guidelines and provide information on how to obtain funding from A.S. and other resources. I will be working to build a collaborative environment between A.S. and various student organizations to improve communication and understanding by addressing all questions and concerns that can be directly addressed and worked through. I look forward to a new year and bringing unity between the organizations and the A.S.

As AVP Student Services, I look forward to helping the services offered at UCSD become more accessible to students. During the next year, I will work with the many great services available at UCSD, including Safe Rides, the Holiday Shuttle, SRTV, KSDT, Volunteer Connection, and the newest editions to the Student Services' office, the A.S. Graphic Studio and UCSD Challenge Course. I hope to build and maintain strong relationships between A.S. and the services. Please feel free to contact my office with questions or concerns, or to offer any new ideas that would improve the services on campus.