
2023-24 Election
ELECTION WEEK: Monday, Feb. 27 - Thursday, March 2, 2023
Election Packet for 2023-24
EXECUTIVE Candidacy Declaration Form SENATE Candidacy Declaration Form
Candidate Profile Financial Statement
WSUSA Inauguration: Friday, April 7, 2023 at 12 p.m. | Shepherd Union, Wildcat Theater
2022-23 Election Winners
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President
Ashley Potokar
- ashleypotokar@weber.edu
- Senior
- Major: Family Studies
- Minor: Art
Platform:
You are loved. You are wanted. Weber State, your home away from home, is a place where you can BE YOU.
Qualifications:
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Friend to All: I am someone who is a friend to all. I love meeting new people and connecting with them on a variety of different levels. I will be someone who is your biggest supporter. I will always have your back and make sure your voice is heard.
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Current VP of Leadership: As an elected student leader, I demonstrate that I am consistent and reliable in leading a team and have planned multiple leadership conferences. I am organized, efficient and give 100% in all that I do.
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Passionate: I am passionate about Weber State and making it a place where students can feel like they can be themselves. I am passionate about having a great time and creating a culture of homeness.
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Active Communicator: I communicate effectively and efficiently. I am always willing to talk about the ‘elephant in the room’. I will make sure that student’s voices are heard.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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Be You: I want to create a culture amongst the student body where everyone can be themselves. It doesn’t matter our differences, all that matters is that you can be you.
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Weber is home: As you attend Weber State I want Weber to feel like a second home for you. I want you to know that you have a place where you belong.
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Clear Communication: I will help create clear communication across campus. I want to unite all of campus to have one goal and one focus: the students.
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Know your Resources: If Weber is your home, I want you to have all the resources you need to be happy, healthy, and successful here.
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Executive VP
Garrett Potokar
- garrettpotokar@mail.weber.edu
- Sophmore
- Major: Professional Sales
- Minor: Computer Science
Platform:
Your Voice Matters. Every student at WSU has an opinion, and that opinion deserves to be heard.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience within the Student Senate as the LGBT+ Student Senator. In my first semester as senator I have been able to pass two resolutions, and am already working on more.
- Previous experience with WSUSA not just as a senator, but as a graphic designer. I have seen the student association from many angles, and regularly attend events.
- Previous leadership experience. I have been able to hold leadership positions within Weber High School Student Government, Weber High Theater Council, and in various work environments.
- Professional background. I have a background that has enabled me with the skills to organize and run professional meetings while maintaining interest and productivity.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Bring better publicity to the Student Senate. Most students are unaware that the Student Senate exists.
- Bring larger crowds to town halls. Town halls are open forums for students voices to be heard. Many town halls have relatively low attendance, I want to change that!
- Create clear processes for new senators. Being in the Student Senate was a baptism by fire for me. There was no direct training on procedures for different senate sessions, or for how to pass different types of legislation.
- Ensure that student opinion is heard! By encouraging students to attend town halls and enabling senators the tools they need to pass legislation we can ensure that the student voice is heard in a clear and effective manner.
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Activities VP
Colette Mortensen
- colettemortensen@weber.edu
- Junior
- Major: Microbiology
- Minor: Chemistry
Platform:
Campus activities are the difference between just going to class and having a memorable college experience. Let's make memories together.
Qualifications:
- WSUSA VP of Activities 2021-22
- Utah Board of Higher Education Campus Safety & Equity Commission 2021-22
- Student Section (The Destruction Zone) Leadership 2019-20
- Student Alumni Association Traditions Co-Chair 2020-21
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Increase collaborations with campus clubs, organizations, and departments to expose students to a rich variety of events.
- Focus resources and efforts on high-impact activities to maximize student involvement and experience.
- Develop a partnership with athletics to increase student support at all sporting events.
- Embrace and celebrate Weber's diverse student population by planning inclusive activities.
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Diversity & Unity VP
Xitlalli Villanueva
- xvillanueva@mail.weber.edu
- Senior
- Major: Microbiology & Sociology
- Minor: Chemistry- Chemical Technician
Platform:
I will resource and create for you. I will reassure and encourage your voice. I will make sure you are seen for all you are, a diverse human with endless potential.
Qualifications:
- College of Science Senator 21/22 Being the CoS Senator, I’ve been able to tackle diversity issues firsthand. - Knowing how to navigate campus resources and put them to action. - Worked closely with clubs to prioritize effective and diverse change. - Passed a variety of legislation for platforms that promoted an equitable and diverse environment. * Such as getting funding for free feminine hygiene products in WSU bathrooms. - Worked on getting a research platform developed for more equitable research opportunities.
- Pre-Med Club President - Led a variety of events that brought direct opportunities to students. Such as getting medical schools to present to WSU students and give 1on1 interviews to aid in their application. - Resourced a variety of information for first generation students, minority students, and low-income students to navigate their way to medical school.
- WSU Research Fellow/ Scholar - Being involved in research has given me the opportunity to receive grants and present at a variety of conferences, local and national, but the greatest opportunity it has given me - is to advocate for more diversity in research opportunities. I have networked with a variety of professors and members in higher education to be able to create these diverse spaces of opportunity. I plan to continue this passion for more equitable opportunities for all.
- McKay Dee Hospital Discovery Program Advisor As an student advisor for the McKay Dee Discovery Program, I have been able to work with college students and high schools students. Developing pathways for their future careers in health. Helping them build endless connections to aid in their health career discovery process. Diversity in health is of great importance to me. Supporting students of all different backgrounds, has helped me ensure diversity stays as a priority in health and education fields.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Diverse Opportunities: My primary goal for running as WSUSA Vice president of Diversity & Unity, is to create more equitable opportunities. Opportunities that students of Weber State can carry when they leave Weber State. Opportunities such as pushing for an equitable platform in Undergraduate Research, where all students have access to the same opportunities. Talk of Diversity & Unity means nothing, without a backbone in action to back it up. Ensuring equitable opportunities for students, ensures they can leave Weber State with endless open doors. As the CoS Senator, I have been able to tackle diversity issues firsthand. Navigating though endless loopholes to bring effective change. I plan on continuing that fight as VP of Diversity & Unity. Opportunity creates success. I promise to be a resource for opportunities you never knew existed.
- Genuine Diversity: My second goal as VP of Diversity and Unity, is to expand on what genuine diversity looks like. Everyone on this campus comes from different beautiful walks of life. Part of genuine Diversity is to acknowledge each other’s differences and celebrate them. Not just jumble each other’s aspects into one platform of Diversity. We all deserve to be seen, and genuinely acknowledged.
- Active Diversity: My third goal as VP of Diversity and Unity, is to work on active Diversity and Unity. Having a proactive solution to issues that students come face to face with. I believe in tackling the problem from the core, not just sugar coating. We can't create change if it is not proactive and direct. Struggles are not meant to be sugar coated but learned from and used as a template for change. That means holding Weber State accountable in being proactive in change. Such as supporting Women in Stem, living up to the name of a Hispanic serving institution, and supporting Students of Color ALWAYS- not just when it’s convenient. We all deserve to be acknowledged, and our struggles deserve genuine attention.
- Unifying Diversity: My fourth goal as VP of Diversity and Unity, is to create Diversity that is Unifying. We don't all have to have the same loves and hates, but we all owe each other respect and empathy. While everyone struggles are not the same, we all know what struggle is. My goal with Unifying Diversity is to care about each other's problems, as much as we care about our owns. I plan to work closely with staff, students, professors, and all the above to promote campus unity so we can all learn about each other’s struggles with shared experiences from each other. A diverse community is a strong community. I plan to work closely with a variety of diverse resources on campus such as CME and Black Multicultural Center to ensure this.
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Community Engagement VP
Naomi Elmer
- naomielmer@mail.weber.edu
- Senior
- Major: Biochemistry
- Minor: Spanish (not declared yet)
Platform:
Connection, Commitment, and Change. Let us be united in our efforts and engagement in the community to create our future.
Qualifications:
- Currently serving as a Representative for Large Days of Service on the Community Engagement Team. Responsibilities including planning, organizing, and supporting volunteer opportunities.
- Service is a core value in my life, it's something I actively seek out. Through ecclesiastical service and local community projects or councils, I have grown in my abilities and want to continue with more work.
- Involved on campus in the Women's Lacrosse Club Presidency where I have learned leadership and teamwork to accomplish goals and stick to a purpose.
- Management of volunteers in large and small scale settings, I am one to encourage others to participate in leadership and learn new skills. Success is something that should be shared among many, not just one.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Create an environment of inclusion and unity for all students to feel welcome and needed.
- Provide meaningful opportunities to volunteer that impact both our campus and community.
- Involve campus organizations with similar goals and passions to cater to their needs and create more engagement across campus.
- Work with future team members to build a network of campus life that are willing to make a difference as we serve together.
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C&O VP
Stefanie Vazquez
- stefanievazquez@mail.weber.edu
- Junior
- Major: Radiology
- Minor: Localization
Platform:
As VP, I would like to meet students where they are, continue to push access to resources and funding and promote involvement in our clubs and orgs.
Qualifications:
- Student Hispanic Senator 21-22, team oriented
- Ballet Folklorico leader 20-21, organization and skills
- Level-Up CME Leadership Conference, focused
- Willing to listen and make time for anyone.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Update WSU’s clubs and orgs website with active clubs and orgs, as well as the ones that are not active. I would like to add a color scheme to gray out the inactive clubs, but also add contact information to the previous advisor so that students are interested can easily find out how to become more involved.
- I would like to help encourage clubs to market themselves and reach more students so that we continue to increase our student involvement on campus. Make sure that our clubs are known to our student body.
- Keep an updated list of social medias and passwords so that yearly leadership changes go by smoothly within clubs and orgs. This way clubs can continue to have the same consistent marketing exposure to students instead of starting over if there are any miscommunications or unforeseen circumstances.
- Spotlight clubs and orgs weekly that fall under specific categories so that students can search specific interest.
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Leadership VP
Emily Sorenson
- emilysorenson1@gmail.com
- Senior
- Major: Accounting and Finance
Platform:
Learn: Why students attend Weber Lead: Create confidence and connections with one another Grow: Grow within themselves and uplift those around.
Qualifications:
- Communication: Currently on the activities team and coordinating events with different vendors and using different communication tools.
- Empathy: I am a full-time student who also has a full-time job. I relate to those students who work hard in class and outside of school.
- Respect: Was a part of the Student Fee Recommendation Committee (SFRC) and learned and respected other students and staff when deciding where to disperse the fees that would best benefit students.
- Organization: I like things to be color-coded, number, and organized.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Collaboration: I want to collaborate with everyone on campus to understand the best approach to making decisions.
- Meet where people are at and develop their leadership skills: I want students to know that it’s ok to ask for help and ask questions.
- Build stronger connections: I want students at Weber State University to understand how many amazing connections there are on campus, with students, professors, and mentors.
- Build confidence within the university community: I want students to be confident in who they are and who they want to be.
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Davis Campus VP
Patience Bisamaza
- patiencebisamaza@mail.weber.edu
- Sophmore
- Major: Construction Management and Technology
Platform:
The group is vital, but it is the individual who makes the difference. I run to represent the people as a whole and to encourage personal development at all weber campus.
Qualifications:
- Hard working I believe that when you are a hard working person you help people you lead achieve there goals. And those who know me know that I work hard to help people to live the best life on campus thus the past chapter of me working in the leadership.
- Team working through leadership team and other teams I have worked in like Layton Christian academy student government has equipped me with team work skills, where we will all work as a team to help each other to live a good school life.
- Task management.
- Experience, communication skills and accepting.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- I would like to bring up activities that would help students in their specific level respectively be it Nuames or students and non-traditional students.
- I would like to create an attractive environment for all sorts of students, where in time for registration at the end of the day everybody would feel happy to register for classes at Davis campus due to the good environment.
- I would like to close the gap that has been put in between davis campus students and Ogden campus student, where I would work hard with the other VP’S at ogden campus in order to conduct all sorts of different activities between both campuses in order to make the Davis campus student feel equal.
- I would like to explore how to make it possible to bring more of the general study classes at the Davis campus that would help students in traveling. From one campus to another.
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Africian Diaspora Senator
Raha Davis
- raha.davis@mail.weber.edu
- Junior
- Major: Rehabilitation Services
Platform:
Vote for me to ensure that Weber State sticks to its promise of making the university a more equitable place for African and African Americans.
Qualifications:
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Secretary of Black Student Union whose mission is to promote academic success and well as planning inclusive activities.
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Planned and participated in the sit-in of last semester that contributed to African and African Americans getting a safe place on campus.
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Interning at a non-profit, Project Success, that promotes and creates events and academic excellence amongst children(K-12) of minority groups.
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Member of the committee to maintain/ increase the 125% cap for scholarships and grants.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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Providing a safe space for African and African American students at Weber State
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Prevent financial aid from lowering the cap of 125% on scholarships and grants
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Create more events that are more inclusive to the African and African American community
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Promote emotional, physical, social, spiritual, and intellectual health
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Asian Senator
Suzanna Luo
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Senior
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Major: Chemistry
Platform:
Problems? Let's solve them.
Qualifications:
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Previous senate experience.
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Working with other student leaders.
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Negotiating and mediating during meetings.
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Arranging meetings to fit schedules.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Create a solution for students impacted by the unofficial 125% financial policy.
- Have a FAFSA training incorporated into orientation.
- Create a cultural sensitivity group to provide consultation for cultural events.
- Establish a students' advocate committee to provide resources and information for students.
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Athletics & Club Sports Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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College of Arts & Humanities Senator
Sophie Beck
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Junior
- Major: Communications, Civic Advocacy
- Minor: Legal Studies
Platform:
Welcome at Weber, I want every student at Weber State to know that they are welcome here.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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I am studying Civic Advocacy and regularly participate in my community which has given me experience in advocating for causes I am passionate about.
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I am a member of the Weber State University Speech and Debate Team, which has given me the tools I need to learn how to advocate for myself and others in a constructive and healthy manner.
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I have spent the last year being the WSUSA Senator for Traditional Students so I have experience working with the WSUSA Senate.
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I have a passion for making Weber State a better place for all students and I am excited about the opportunity to work hard and make that happen.
Qualifications:
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My main goal for this position would be to listen to the most marginalized of all Weber students and give them a voice. I want to push for the legislation that may seem difficult but is absolutely necessary in order to help all students feel welcome at Weber.
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Another goal I have is to be as involved with WSUSA and Senate as possible, by attending events and training in order to better myself so that I can be better prepared to serve my constituency.
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Something I want to accomplish with this position would be to find a designated space for the Black Student Union on Weber Campus so that they can have a safe location to attend and hold events.
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Finally, I have a goal to be as involved with my constituency as possible. Since I work on the marketing team for the College of Arts and Humanities, I have the unique ability to be aware of events long before they happen. I already have a passion and drive for promoting these events and it would be an honor to promote them as a senator as well.
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College of Business & Economics Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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College of Education Senator
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Vacant Student Senate Position
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College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology Senator
Elise Waikart
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College of Health Professions Senator
Alyssa Zimmerman
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Sophmore
- Major: Health Sciences, Nursing/Nursing
Platform:
Everyone deserves to feel that they belong! I will foster a unified environment for students. I will be a resource for students and help them to get involved and stay informed!
Goals/Plans for Office:
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I am the current Senator for the Dumke College of Health Professions. Due to this, I am familiar with how Senate operates, and I have been able to work with students and staff to identify specific improvements that I am currently working on addressing and improving.
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I am a Dumke College of Health Professions Health Scholar and Ambassador. I visit high schools all around the area instructing them in healthcare and recruiting them to Weber State University! I am very familiar with the different programs at the college and the different resources that are available to students.
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I am currently a student at Dumke College of Health Professions! I have a personal relationship with both students, faculty, and staff.
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I am a hard worker, I keep a positive attitude, I am honest in the work I do, and I am an effective communicator.
Qualifications:
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I will make sure that every student's voice at Dumke College of Health Professions is heard. I will make sure that every town hall held is well advertised so that students always have a place to feel heard. I will also make myself known to students as a resource that they can use, whether through email or in person, I will be someone that students can turn to and rely on.
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I will effectively communicate. I will work with the dean, faculty advisor, social media and marketing representative, and all student and club representatives to create a monthly calendar for the college of health professions. This calendar will be a resource that students can use at the college to get more involved and make new friends!
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I will be involved with the many different clubs and organizations within the college of health professions, and make sure that every department within the college has representation.
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I will plan activities for the college of health professions that will help students to have fun, get involved, and make new friends!
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College of Science Senator
Emily Hiatt
- emilyhiatt@mail.weber.edu
- Senior
- Major: Chemistry - ACS Certified
Platform:
I strive to make students' voices heard, help us all combat the issues that have come through the pandemic, and create a cohesive community.
Qualifications:
- I have worked with student lab managers and professors within the departments of Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics, and Botany to help ensure each lab can run smoothly. As such, I am great at communicating at the peer and faculty levels.
- I have also worked as a Resident Assistant with Weber State Housing, allowing me to have a lot of experience planning and advertising events, making resources known, and being an advocate for everyone.
- I am able to collaborate on and plan large events. I've planned and participated in a Young Women's summer camp in Maryland for two summers for around 20-40 women (2019 & 2021).
- I'm a great communicator of complex subjects - I give presentations and demonstrations at the Ott Planetarium about astrophysics to children and the general public.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- I want to make students' voices heard. Feedback about classes and teachers shouldn't be restricted to once a semester! Communication is key for successful classes.
- Creating a more cohesive College of Science community is important. Especially through the pandemic, it's easy to feel alone even whilst surrounded by those who are going through the same thing. I want to implement more interdisciplinary events - either through clubs or in general.
- Making campus resources more accessible and easier for students to use - like the Women's Center, Counselling Office, Tutoring centers, Health and Wellness Center, and more. Reducing the stigma around these resources is important for everyone!
- I want to improve student experiences within the College of Science and make space for concerns to be heard.
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College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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Davis Campus Senator
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Vacant Student Senate Position
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Graduate Senator
Killupintu Garrison
- kgarrison@mail.weber.edu
- Major: Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership
Platform:
Diversity of the student body can make universities stronger by forging bonds from all backgrounds. It enables the exchange of ideas between people of all races to achieve one goal, change.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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Encourage pride in our cultural backgrounds, in addition to promoting students to get involved with their campus community and associate organizations. No one should feel shame about their native roots or race, and I hope to inspire many to form those connections with their friends and their professors.
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Create environments and programs where current diversity and inclusion policies are debated and shaped for the current and new generation of students. It’s vital to continue advocating for change in our educational systems, as well as in our higher education administrations.
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Motivate underrepresented student groups to be successful in their academic pursuits through the use of open discussions and to not give up on their dreams because of a setback or an injustice.
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Enhance multicultural respect in our community by including people of numerous cultural backgrounds here in Ogden. I want to improve our current clubs at the university by sending out helpful information to high schools, community organizations, and notable clubs in the area to future students.
Qualifications:
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Throughout my undergraduate and graduate years, I have served in a variety of leadership roles as a proud Wildcat. Currently, I am the secretary for the Weber State Student Alumni Association, previously serving as a chair of traditions. In my role, I connect with students throughout campus activities and leadership service, in addition with other functions. I am proud of my work and still strive to bring an open-minded perspective to not only my fellow students but also to others outside of the university.
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During my undergraduate years, I served as the vice president of the Native American council at the Center for Multicultural Excellence- Weber State University. During my time in this position, I develop a passion for the advocation of diversity and inclusion in the campus environment. I saw how many underrepresented minorities were continuing to struggle in their studies and I wanted to do more, thus choosing to focus on this important topic in some of my graduate research papers.
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As a graduate student, I am currently interning at Shepherd Union as a supervisor at the Wildcard Services Information desk, working with eight student employees. This role has allowed me to further nurture my leadership and communication skills, in addition to giving me an insight into the day-to-day perspectives. I love what I do, as it pertains to my future career goals and my passions.
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I volunteered as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts and DaVinci Academy in Utah. By doing these services, I can be an example to other students. During my senior year at Weber State University, I had an internship at the Stress Relief Center and did Wellness Coaching. I helped students with effective tools to reduce their stress. I felt accomplished to improve their lifestyle by creating effective plans for their health. I have loved volunteering and giving back to people in each role.
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Hispanic Senator
Rachel Asencio
- rachelasencio@mail.weber.edu
- Sophmore
- Major: English Major / General Studies
Platform:
I will be your platform, your representative, your support, and your friend. Together we can make a difference.
Qualifications:
- Leadership Experience: I was a manager at Smith's and have been a lead. While I was a manager, I experienced communicating with other managers and my fellow employees. This taught me how to manage and hold responsibilities, and deal with difficult customers. I was also involved with the City Youth Commission, where I was involved with helping at the parades and issues that may have needed fixing in the city; things like roads, lights, and public restrooms at parks.
- I am constantly learning: Although I can't say I am the best person or leader; I can say that I will try my best. I am constantly looking for ways to better myself and the people around me. This means I will work hard for anyone and everyone. I have learned from my mistakes and will continue to do so for you.
- Representative: My goal is not to lead or boss people around, I want you to tell me what you'd like me to do. I am representing all the Hispanics therefore, you will be the one in charge. I am for the Hispanics and helping in whatever ways I can. I will follow your lead.
- Open Minded/ Listener: since I will be representing Hispanics, I will listen to any ideas and thoughts to accommodate your needs. I strongly believe that communication is key, all you'll need to do is send me a message. I understand that not every person may have the same thoughts or opinions as me and I will go into this with an open mind to listen to all.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Translators: My goal is to have the school bring in some translators for parents of Hispanic Cultures. This will assist students who do not speak English and their parents to stay involved in the school.
- Community involvement: I would like to bring the Hispanic students together again to unite and make a change within the school. Together we can make a difference. Send me an email, or write me a note, stay involved and aware, I will listen to you all.
- Support/ Resources: I would like to ask the school to give support to not only the Hispanics but any Diversity/ minority groups within the school. For the longest time, we have been separated from the rest of the school for our differences, I'd like to unite us together. We are all Wildcats! I will be your voice and speak for our Hispanic community.
- Bring Creativity Back: I know that we have creative Hispanics in the school, I'd like to bring them forward and hopefully be their platform and shine a light on them. whichever it may be: dancing, singing, writing, acting, art, etc... I want to hear it all from you.
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Honors/BIS Senator
Skylar Pye
- skylarpye@mail.weber.edu
- Junior
- Major: Family Studies & Zoology
- Minor: Psychology
Platform:
You belong in honors! Whether you’re a first-semester freshman or a senior right about the graduate, there’s a spot for you! Honors is for everyone!
Qualifications:
- Willingness to learn. In the honors department, because it is a branch of every college at Weber State, I feel my eagerness to learn and natural ability to find interest in many different things is something that the person to represent the honors department in the senate should have.
- I am inclusive and love meeting and interacting with new people. I find appreciation for everyone and anyone.
- Compassionate and understanding. I believe that compassion and understanding are vital characteristics to have when in this position because everyone is in a different place in life dealing with different challenges and struggles every day.
- I am familiar with the administration in the honors department and have a good rapport with the senate advisor of the honors department.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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My first goal is to spread awareness about the courses that the honors department offers at Weber State. The honors department offers various different courses that change every spring and fall semester. Not only do you get to experience and learn something that may only be available for one semester (some favorite courses are reoccurring) but some honors courses "kill two birds with one stone" for general education requirements! Past courses have even offered time to spend/learn with the president of Weber State and other exciting professors!
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My second goal is to end the stigma surrounding honors courses. When people hear the word "honors" they may correlate that with the honors courses in high school that were a bit more challenging/time-consuming than other courses. The honors courses at Weber State are not necessarily any more difficult or time-consuming than any other course you would take at WSU! I personally have found that one of the goals in all of the honors courses is to have an open dialogue in the class. Asking questions, expanding thoughts and ideas further, building relationships, etc. as well as learning! Above all, you will leave every honors course having a new experience and learning something new. In the honors department, there truly is something for everyone as various professors from every college department at Weber State teach an honors course here and there.
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Housing & Residence Life Senator
Isaac Staszkow
- Isaacstaszkow@mail.weber.edu
- Freshman
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Major: Communications
Platform:
I will work hard to listen and advocate for the needs of every student. If you are a resident of Weber state housing you have a friend in me!
Qualifications:
- Multiple years of leadership and team work experience.
- State Senate Intern with real Legislative experience.
- Resident of Wildcat Village.
- Member of Weber State honor roll.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Improve campus life and involvement.
- Advocate for the mental health and safety of students.
- Make on campus housing a bigger part of Weber State culture.
- Improve on campus food services.
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International Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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LGBTQ+ Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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Native American Senator
Charlyrae Lopez
- Freshman
- Major: Graphic Design
- Minor: Entrepreneur, Spanish
Platform:
I will be our voice for the Native American Community her on campus. I will do my best to represent our community with respect and consideration of others.
Qualifications:
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I'm apart of N.A.S.A Native American Student Association. I learn about my communities events and am ready to be the voice for our people on campus.
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Receptionist in the Access & Diversity I work closely with different Minorities. I see everyone's point of views.
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Peer Assistant to Jayson Stokes I work closely with the LGBT community. I'm very involved in WSU events and culture.
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Honors Student with 4.0 GPA. I manage my time well with school and work.
Goals/Plans for Office:
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I plan to help further on the 125% issue. Senate this semester are doing there best and with me in senate next year I plan to pick up where they left off if it still is an issue on campus.
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I plan to make sure our events have proper funding and support from the senate when needed. To be a great spokes person for our Community here on WSU.
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I plan to help students on campus get to know they are not alone we have a huge Native American community on campus and I want to make sure everyone is involved and comfortable on campus.
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I plan to get to know the community and there issues and complaints better to help with what I can. Either it be a Senate issue or I need to direct them to the correct place. I want our community to thrive here on campus. I will be there support her on campus when they feel alone.
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Non-Traditional Senator
Ashley Poll
- ashleypoll@mail.weber.edu
- Sophmore
- Major: Health sciences, Pre-med Nursing
Platform:
If I were to be elected I would make sure non-tradition students were treated with the respect they deserve. I would rise to the position with the understanding of struggles that non-traditional students face and find solutions to them. I would also make sure that schooling is accessible to those who are non-traditional so they can achieve their dreams here at Weber State.
Qualifications:
- I am getting married in September 2022.
- I have been a part of Emerging Leaders and learned leadership qualities and skills.
- I have seen the struggles of my peers who have children and/or are married in college.
- I have a hardworking personality and am open to speaking to others to achieve the best outcomes for everyone.
Goals/Plans for Office:
- Help non-traditional students to achieve degrees.
- Find ways to allow non-traditional students to be able to afford the classes and materials they need for their degree.
- Make sure non-traditional students have basic needs to thrive at home and in the school settings.
- Allow a safe and comforting environment for non-traditional students.
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Pacific Islander Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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Students with Disabilities Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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Traditional & General Studies Senator
Senate seat currently under review
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Veterans Senator
- Vacant Student Senate Position
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Election Results 2021-22
President
- Ben Ferney
- Hannah Olsen
- Shane Weaver
Executive VP
- Nathan Hole
- Maren Dawson
- Hunter Branch
Activities VP
- Madilyn Gomm
- Leslie Davis
- Colette Mortensen
Diversity & Unity VP
- William Angel
Community Engagement VP
- Megan Ferney
- Rylie Howard
- Mario Rivero
C&O VP
- Masha Mwanganyi
- J. Blake Bolingbroke
- Erica Teaford
- Brennan Smith
- Kamryn Eden
Leadership VP
- Ashley Potokar
- Lauren Bailey
Davis Campus VP
Africian Diaspora Senator
- Seth Perkins
Asian Senator
- Suzanna Luo
Athletics & Club Sports Senator
- Kayden B. Houser
College of Arts & Humanities Senator
- Addison Weeks
College of Business & Economics Senator
- Taylor Hill
- Katie George
- Kevin Duran
- Elizabeth Richards
College of Education Senator
- Samantha Caldwell
College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology Senator
- Taylor Hill
- Paige Dawson
College of Health Professions
Senator
- Savannah Coburn
College of Science Senator
- Madison Hawkins
College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Senator
- Kaylei Morris
Davis Campus Senator
- Kelli Denos
Graduate Senator
- Kris Sanford
Hispanic Senator
Honors/BIS Senator
Housing & Residence Life Senator
- Cassie Strong
- Enallia Brooks
International Senator
- Suresh Shrestha
- Maria C. Molina Aguirre
Native American Senator
Non-Traditional Senator
Pacific Islander Senator
- Stefon Wolfgramm
Students with Disabilities
Senator
- Mykala Spangler
Traditional & General Studies Senator
- Jared Seffker
Veterans Senator
Frequently Asked Questions About Elections
Can anyone run for a student government position?
Yes. However, there are some eligibility requirements that you can read in the elections packet. You must enroll and complete a minimum of 12 credited hours at WSU per semester and pay full-time student fees during your term of office. You must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 or higher during your term. Must be in good academic, financial, and judicial standing with the University. And you must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
How long do students hold office?
Students hold their positions for the fall and spring semesters. All positions will require summer planning and training hours. Each position has specific job requirements that must be fulfilled. There may also be other functions related to your position in addition to the noted requirements. These are to be determined by the position, and more information is provided in the elections packet.
Are there any rules for the signage my campaign can put up?
There usually are rules and regulations to what your campaign can contain, however, these differ from year to year, depending on the elections committee and previous years. Before elections begin, the office of student involvement and leadership, as well as the elections committee, will create a packet of information containing such rules and regulations as well as other campaign information. They will also hold a meeting to discuss a candidate's concerns.
How do I vote?
On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, an email will be sent to students to connect to their ballot via Qualtrics.
Why should I vote?
Voting is important for every student. Your student fees help to pay for several seminars, sponsor clubs, and organizations as well as many other things. By voting and learning about the candidates you can learn and gain a greater understanding of what the candidates believe is best for you. If you have further questions about why you should vote, please pose the question through email, social media, or come stop by!
Summaries of Amendments
The following Senate Bills to amend the Weber State University Student Association Constitution and Bylaws have been researched, written, introduced, and passed by the Weber State University Student Association Senate by a three-fourths vote. To complete the amendments, they must be ratified by a two-thirds vote of the votes received from the student population at large.
Below are summaries of each bill. Each of the bills is available for you to review on the Box account linked.
2021 Passed Bills & Resolutions
- SB: 201116-01-Constitutional Amendment to Article I
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to adjust wording, spelling, inclusivity, and grammar and add the following wording to the first lines of Article I, “The Weber State University Student Association (WSUSA) has been established by the President of Weber State University under Section V: Student Organization and Activities of PPM 6-22, Student Code and under Utah state law to provide…"?
- SB: 201116-02-Constitutional Amendments to Article IX
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to adjust wording, spelling, inclusivity, and grammar and add the following wording to Article XI concerning Ratification, “...large, following approval of the President of Weber State University, as part of the President’s delegation of authority under Section V: Student Organization and Activities of PPM 6-22, Student Code.”?
- SB: 210125-01-Constitutional Amendment to Add to the Title of the WSUSA President
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution and all documents to add “Student Body” to the title of the WSUSA President, making the full title “WSUSA Student Body President”?
- SB: 210125-02-Constitutional Amendment to Create Parliamentarian
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to create the Judicial position of Parliamentarian? The addition of the following paragraph would be added to Article VII,
“The Parliamentarian shall be appointed by the WSUSA Student Body President. The Parliamentarian shall serve as counsel to the WSUSA Government regarding this Constitution, the WSUSA By-laws, University Regulations, and Parliamentary Procedure according to the most recent edition of Robert's Rules of Order. They are to ensure that the WSUSA Constitution and By-Laws are understood and obeyed by all members of the WSUSA; to attend Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branch meetings as outline in the By-laws; to assist members of the WSUSA in drafting legislation as requested; to serve as an ex-officio member of committees, without authority to vote, as requested, to present information to the Judicial Branch, Legislative Branch, and Ombudsman Committees regarding impeachment when Articles of Impeachment are issued; and to provide recommendations to the members of the WSUSA and WSUSA officers regarding the constitutionality of proposed legislation. ”
- SB: 210125-03-Constitutional Amendments to Rename Legislative Vice President and Create Senate Chair
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to rename the Legislative Vice President to “Executive Vice President” and create a “Senate Chair” position elected from the Senators to run the WSUSA Student Senate Sessions, instead of the Vice President?
- SB: 210201-01-Constitutional Amendments to the sections for Election, Oath, Compensation, Impeachment, Probation, and Removal from Office
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to create organized and specific procedures to ensure Due Process in the event of the removal of a WSUSA Officer by way of Probation, Recall, Excusal, or Impeachment?
- SB: 210201-02-Constitutional Amendments to the Organizational Structure of the WSUSA
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to explicitly establish the responsibilities, structure, and expectations of each branch and team?
- SB: 210201-03- Constitutional Amendments for a Revision of the Legislative Vice President
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to strikethrough the following sentence of Article VI, Section 2, Paragraph 1: i. “The Legislative Vice President shall be the chair of the Senate”?
- SB: 210201-05-Constitutional Amendments for Grammar, Spelling, Terminology, and Definitions
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to correct all technical errors such as, but not limited to, replacing “by-laws” with “Bylaws” in every instance, creating clarity in definitions of positions, and correcting spelling and formatting?
- SB: 210201-06-Constitutional Amendments for Creating Inclusive Language
Do you approve of the amendment to the Weber State University Student Association Constitution to replace every instance of a gendered pronoun, such as “she,” and “he” with gender-neutral language such as “they” or “them”?