2010 Election Supplement

Presidential Candidates

Josue Aparicio - Open People's Party (O.P.P)

Hey UCSB!

My name is JOSUE APARICIO and I am ready to be your next A.S. President.

Serving two years on Legislative Council and Finance Board, I have developed an understanding of the university structure and its functions. As an established leader on this campus, I recognize that it is an imperative time to elect a leader that will represent the needs of all students.

As President:

I will ensure that there is an easier way CRASH CLASSES, and that more classes are created in order for students to take the courses they need to GRADUATE.
I will continue to lobby on behalf of students in order to put a stop to the growing STUDENT FEES, and ensure that we are able to preserve our campus resources such as CLAS, EOP, and the REC CEN.
I will continue to make GREEK CONDUCT BOARD a more transparent process and ensure that we preserve our GREEK COMMUNITY on this campus.
I will work on ensuring that this university creates MORE JOBS ON CAMPUS FOR STUDENTS by ensuring the Ucen becomes a student-run building.
I will work to PROMOTE SCHOOL SPIRIT on this campus by ensuring that every student on this campus is proud to be a Gaucho!

So when voting for your Presidential candidate this year, vote for the candidate with the experience, and the leadership skills needed to REPRESENT and STAND UP for YOU.

Vote for JOSUE APARICIO, and vote for the OPEN PEOPLE'S PARTY!!

Bennett A Duval - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Fellow Gauchos,

My name is Bennett Duval and I am willing to do whatever it takes to make sure that your student fees are being spent properly.

As a founder of a small start up company and member of both the AS Investment Advisory Committee and AS Finance Board, I understand the importance of fiscal responsibility. In light of California's recent budget crisis, I plan on fighting for you the students in every way possible to insure that our tuition does not continue to rise!

It is my goal to also continue the efforts of both EAB and the Green Campus Program to continue to make our campus greener. Santa Barbara is where the environmental movement began. It is imperative that we continue to be recognized as the model of what a Green Campus should look like now and into the future.

As a leader in our community, I am prepared to work for you the students. I bring to the table a fresh approach to the Presidency. I believe that I can truly represent what a gaucho is and wants its President to be. I represent hope and change.

The overall goal of every student leader is to Better Our School System! Get B.O.S.S.Y everyone and vote for me!.

I represent change. I represent what our school needs. Finally, I represent transparency for Associated Students!

Best, Bennett Duval Note: This message brought by the campaign to better our school system.

Paul Monge-Rodriguez - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hi SB!

The current budget crisis we're in represents an important time for collaboration and innovation both in and outside of A.S. This crisis offers a unique opportunity for us to work together to further the interests and promote the welfare of every student at this university. As president, I will work to create a campus climate where students feel supported and prepared to meet their academic and career goals.

Experience and victories:

Advocated for and won two student representative seats on the Chancellor's Coordinating Committee on Budget Strategy
Chaired the A.S. Student Commission on Racial Equality & the A.S. Student-Initiated Recruitment and Retention Committee
Served on the United States Student Association, Board of Directors
Worked as an academic advisor and leadership development intern for the Educational Opportunity Program and the Office of Student Life, respectively

My plan:

Institutionalize an A.S. Scholarship to help students mitigate the increasing costs of attending this university
Put more trained student reps on administrative committees that shape budget and academic policy
Create an A.S. newsletter to keep students informed on local and system-wide issues (status of the UC budget)
Continue being someone who is approachable, friendly, and that students can relate to

My name is Paul Monge-Rodriguez and I'm running to be your next AS President. Vote DP Party!

Internal Vice President

Andrew "Jake" Elwood - Open People's Party (O.P.P)

Hey Gauchos! My name is JAKE ELWOOD and I am running with the Open People's Party to be YOUR Internal Vice President! I'm a third year Political Science major who will bring the EXPERIENCE, PLANS, and CHANGE to Associated Students that UCSB needs. As a current elected member of AS, I have served on Legislative Council, five different AS committees, as well as having served as a Resident Assistant and Administrative Vice President of Manzanita Village. Having committed my first three years at UCSB to serving YOU directly, I am prepared to be the IVP that UCSB needs.
If elected IVP, I plan to:

Increase the EFFICIENCY and TRANSPARENCY of Associated Students by making all AS activity publically visible online.
Continue my current work to bring GMAIL to UCSB to replace the inefficient and outdated Umail system.
Return control of the UCen to THE STUDENTS to create more student jobs and resources.
Push forward the proposed new AS Student Building to provide students with the resources and services that they NEED to succeed.
Reestablish the regular AS column in the Nexus to keep students INFORMED about AS.
Lead AS to become the association that students demand and deserve.

Having served as an elected member of Legislative Council this year has provided me with the experience that is ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY for an IVP. My experience, determination, and passion make me THE BEST candidate for your IVP.
Make AS Strong! Vote JAKE ELWOOD and vote OPP!

Marjan "Marge" Riazi - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Suuuup UCSB!

My name is Marjan Riazi, but most people know me as Marge. I'm running for Internal Vice President with BOSS! I'm an Environmental Studies major and involved in organizations like RHA, WETT, Rec Sports, and much more.

AS needs strong leaders and people who are ready to fight for the students. I believe I will be that leader for all of YOU next year. Here are a few things I want to accomplish:

Make A.S. more transparent and show the entire student body what is happening in our student government and what they can do!
Fight to LOWER STUDENT FEES!
Develop more public and efficient legislative council meetings!
Make our campus greener!
Create a fully functional skateboarding committee!
Hear YOUR concerns and actually do something about them!

I have been an active member of the Residence Halls Association for almost 2 years now. RHA is the second largest organization on this campus right behind AS and as the current Administrative Vice President, I feel very prepared to hold an equivalent position in AS.

Even with all of my ideas, my priority will still always be to help YOU, the students. I will do everything I can to truly make AS a Òplace for everyoneÓ next year so please choose me, Marjan Riazi, as your next Internal Vice President and remember to VOTE LIKE A BOSS!

External Vice President, Local Affairs

Corilyn "Cori" Lantz - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hellllllooooooo UCSB!
My name is Cori and thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and my reasons for running as your EVPLA. Local affairs have been a part of my college life since day one and I have the passion, motivation, and experience to server as your EVPLA.
Experience:

Isla Vista Community Relations Committee Chair '09-'10 and Treasurer '07-'09 where I helped organized events like Pardall Carnival, Chilla Vista, IV Skate Park, and a Work Study professional development program in IV
Project Area Committee representative where I work on development plans in IV
Student representative for Academic Senate Council on Planning and Budget
IV Liaison for EVPLA '09-'10
Environmental coordinator for EVPLA '07-'08
Orientation Staff '09
Education-10 section leader

Plans:

Community Center- construct a space for students and community members to gather with accessible and beneficial resources
Leadership credit classes- increasing class availability by offering more classes and allowing students to gain credit for some of their extra curricular activities
Rental housing property in IV for students to provide cheaper housing. Eventually we hope that this will undercut the current outrageous market in IV
Continuation of Halloween 10 year plan where we will offer events like concerts on the streets

A vote for me, is a vote for OPP, is a vote for our community. If you have any questions or suggestions please contact me at corilynlantz@gmail.com so you can have local affairs done YOUR way.

Ahmed Naguib - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

What's up fellow students? My name is Ahmed Naguib and I would like to be your EVPLA! I am a third year Political Science and Business Economics Major with a Minor in education. I have a real passion for education and improving the world around me. As EVPLA I would like to help the Isla Vista Community by doing the following things:

Campus Involvement in IV. - Have more things done in IV helping create a community and home atmosphere.
Safer Halloween and Flotopia by creating a Festivals Committee to help plan the events. This will improve the efficiency, safety and environmental impact of the these local traditions.
Fight for student and residents rights by insuring Doreen Farr works on promises she made to students and providing more resources for the students

These are just a few examples of the way I plan to make Isla Vista into a place that has a cohesive and balanced community. I plan to use the diverse experience I have had as a Resident Assistant, a Rep-at-Large with the Residence Hall Association, and as the Halloween Coordinator in the EVPLA office. Remember I will make IV into a place that is safe, fun, and homey at the same time.
Remember to vote for Ahmed and BOSS to better our school system. Ahmed Naguib

External Vice President, Statewide Affairs

Edward-Michael Muña - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey Ya'll I'm Edward Muna, a third year Political Science major, and I want to be your External Vice President of Statewide Affairs (EVPSA) with DP Party. We have seen much in the last year, a 32% fee increase, acts of hate on campuses across the UC System and state/nation wide budget problems. Students are fired up and can't take it no more, and it shows with campus actions happening statewide and across the nation. With this growing movement it is important now more than ever that we have students who have the experience, organizing skills and passion to move forward with the student movement and it is because of my belief in the power of the student movement, that I am the prime candidate for you and the campus.
In order to serve you as EVPSA I rely on my experience:

Co Chair of Associated Students Queer Commission.
Member of the Board of Directors for the United States Student Association.
Member of the Multicultural Center Board of Directors.
Lobbying state and nationwide legislators for bills like the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA).
Working on registering 10,241 students for the 2008 presidential election.

My plans for the future:

To work more effectively with the Student Lobby Corps by expanding their lobbying power.
Make more effective use of the EVPSA budget by reducing conference expenditures and investing them back into campus activism.
Fight to keep the UC Regents accountable .
Invest more efforts into localized campus activism and

Douglas "Doug" Wagoner - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hi! My name is Doug Wagoner and I hope to be YOUR next External Vice President of Statewide Affairs (EVPSA).

Who am I and why should you vote for me?

Second year history major & LGBT minor with a 3.9 GPA
My past/current involvements: Dean of Students Intern in the Office of Judicial Affairs, Resident Assistant in Santa Rosa Residence Hall (da rosssaaa!), Community and Development Intern at Pacific Pride Foundation, AS Finance Board, AS Legislative Council, AS Queer Commission, Queer Student Union, UCSB's Gospel Choir, and Naked Voices a cappella!
I organized the "Speak Up Against Hate Week", met with local police in order to voice student concerns, was trained as a lobbyist at multiple national conferences, and advocated for affordable education at UC Regents meetings as well as to US Congress
As EVPSA I will continue to raise the bar for voter registration in light of next year's elections, advocate for affordable higher education in partnership with University of California Students Association (UCSA) and United States Students Association (USSA), utilize University committees to retain student services, and increase the visibility of opportunities available through the EVPSA office (ie. AMAZING conferences!)
I stand for social justice, empowering ALL people to live happy, healthy lives, and maintaining the integrity of UCSB and Associated Students as student centered communities

Above all, I believe in YOU Gauchos. Together we can bring out the BOSS in UCSB next year! Vote Doug Wagoner, vote like a BOSS! :)

Celina Ayala - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hi again UCSB!

It's me, Celina Ayala. I am a third year Environmental Studies and Psychology double major. I currently serve as YOUR External Vice President of State-Wide Affairs and I would LOVE to have your vote for RE-ELECTION.

This year I have:

PRIORITZED: Student Aide and Fiscal Responsibility Act, DREAM Act, preservation of Cal Grants, and the investment of higher education.
REGISTERED close to 3000 first years during our week of welcome
MOBILIZED the largest UC delegation state-wide to the November regents meeting to combat the 32% fee increase
ORGANIZED for the September 24 walk out and the October 14th teach in
Planned and committed to hosting our Womyn of Color Conference
LOBBIED assembly members, senators, congressmen, and the UC regents on a local, state- wide, and national level.
Taken part in the legislation process for the state's higher education committee
ADVOCATED against the regents proposal for differential fees and for institutionalaid

Next year I Will:

RUN a get out the vote campaign since this June holds the primaries for the gubernatorial race, attorney general, and our local election.
RETURN the UCEN to students and provide more student jobs and student space
RUN a state-wide sustainability campaign
HOST the Student of Color Conference at UCSB
Lobby against the $600 million UC expected budget deficit for the upcomingyear

Vote experience and leadership you can trust!
VOTE CELINA AYALA!!
Vote OPP!!
Fist pump!

Student Advocate General

Harrison Weber

Fellow Students:

The Student Advocate General has the primary responsibility of overseeing the Office of the Student Advocate (OSA), an unwavering resource for all students who are in some way involved in the University's judicial process. In other words, the Advocate General stands at the helm of a resource that is a basic right for every student of this University. Having served the OSA under two Advocate Generals, I know from personal observation this job requires experience in dealing with administrators and judicial officers, the energy to manage a growing office of students, and empathy for every student and their specific circumstances. But above all, the Advocate General must first and foremost be an advocate for the students.

Fellow students, I am your advocate. Too many times I have seen students come into our office feeling scared and without any support or knowledge of this University's puzzling judicial system. A system that is completely new for thousands of students each year. A relative few on this campus have knowledge of the OSA and the services we provide. As Advocate General, my top priority will be to change this unfortunate fact. Having the OSA's services known to all students is critical not only for the longevity of the OSA, but more importantly the overall well-being of the students. I have the most experience, am willing to put forth the most energy, and have empathy for every student on this campus. I am qualified for this position because I am your

Representatives-at-Large

Joel Mandujano - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hi, my name's Joel Mandujano and I'm running for Rep-@-Large:)! Currently I sit on Legislative Council and am one of the two Political Chairs for the Queer Student Union.

As a currently council member, I have:

Represented communities that are underrepresented and underserved.
Taken stances against instances of hate across the UC system.
Not been afraid to take a stance on controversial subject matter.

If reelected, I will:

Prioritize the allocation of funds.
Promote and make sure that Associated Students is transparent.
Hold folks accountable to what they say.
Not drink at student-funded retreats;)

In short, vote for me. Word.

Jaret Ornelas - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

How's it going Gauchos? My name is Jaret Ornelas and I am running to be YOUR Rep @ Large with the DP Party! I am a third year Spanish/Chican@ Studies double major living in Isla Vista. Since my 1st fall quarter I have been involved with different community groups and causes:

I'm an officer in the Human Rights Group and am involved in other groups such as EAB, Campus Dems, Invisible Children, Students for Justice in Palestine, and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship
Rallied for justice for unpaid San Clemente apt. painters
Organizer for Student-Worker Coalition. Helped plan marches and rallies for service workers
Tutored Elementary school students at Casa De La Raza
Organized students, workers, and teachers to get them to UC Regents meetings to protest fee hikes, enrolment cutbacks, and the militarization of UC
Lobbied State Assembly members to pass resolution HR. 5 against Prop 8 and attended the supreme court case on March 5th
Organized against the proposed Social Host Ordinance
Helped plan the March 4th Day of Action and the November Teach-In on the budget crisis
Worked in the External Vice President of Local Affairs Office as a liaison between AS and the workers on campus.

Some basic policies I'll work to enact:

Stop the Social Host Ordinance, more laws and police power are not the answer to IV's problems
Fight to have student input in county policy affecting Isla Vista
Work against the further privatization of our UC
Keep Landlords from taking advantage of tenants

Benjamin "Ben" Aceves - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey Gauchos, my name is Benjamin Aceves currently a third year majoring in Political Science with a minor in Exercise and Sport Studies, and am running to be your Rep-at-Large. I have done extensive work with organizations dealing with social, economic justice, and health issues such as:

AS Student Commission on Racial Equality (S.C.O.R.E.)
AS Queer Commission
Healthy Eating and Living (H.E.A.L.)
DeColores

I have dedicated myself to improving and securing students' experience at UCSB, as I have enjoyed in my three years here. If elected, keeping these difficult economic times in mind I would work on:

Lowering student fees and costs associated with Student Health, and increase the services that are provided
Institute programs for lower- and middle-class families that would aid them in paying for Student Health fees and school books
Lower the cost of tuition that for ALL UCSB students
Work on ensuring tenant rights for students in Isla Vista are increased and secured
Outreach to students to increase involvement in Associated Students, so that it may better represent the UCSB student body.
Work to improve safety for student on and off campus, including holding police accountable to protecting and serving students
Making our university more accessible for all students, and increasing diversity on our campus in every aspect: race, sexual orientation, gender, and economic/legal status

So, Vote Benjamin Aceves for Rep-at-Large, Vote DP Party!!!

Marlenee Blas - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey UCSB!
My name is MARLENEE BLAS and I am a second year Political Science major, running for REPRESENTATIVE @ LARGE with DP Party!
I have been involved with various organizations and as a current Resident Assistant I have witnessed how the financial stress, limited access to classes, and decrease of student services is affecting students. Due the budget crisis we can no longer be wasteful of our student fees, we need to be realistic and enact direct solutions in response to this crisis.
As a REP @ LARGE

In light of the recent A.S. distrust, I would work on TRANSPERANCY by having weekly updates on the AS websites to clearly see where our funds are going and how they will be used
To ensure ACCOUNTABILITY, I would ensure that A.S attends to student sponsored events that advocate for student issues, concerns, and student life.
I will work to create a stronger UC coalition by increasing communication with U.C in order to accountable to each other and make our demands strong as UC students.
In response to increase budget fees, lack of classes, and rise in tuition I would like to help create more classes by meeting with department chairs to create curriculum research based classes community academics internship training.

Jasmin "Lil J" Esparza - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Whose University? OUR university!

Hey UCSB! =)

I am Jasmin Esparza aka Lil J! I am a Political Science and Sociology double major w/ a minor in Education. I am running for Representative at large to put my passions and frustrations into work. We cannot sit around waiting for change to come. WE need to stand up, initiate and take action.

My involvements are:

Residential Life: RA for San Miguel Hall
Raza Liaison for Hermanas Unidas (HaU)
Co-Chair for Womyn of Color Conference
Mentor for LEAP
El Congreso
Former Co-President for Santa Catalina (FT) North
Residence Halls Association (RHA)

Projects and goals if elected:

Be assertive and go out of my way to protest & lobby politicians against the budget buts on Education. We are the future.
Promote awareness on injustices that take place on our campus and work towards ending them by taking immediate measures on educating the UCSB community
Strive to hold UCSB administration accountable
Build student coalitions among student organizations because we ARE the heart of this campus
Fight against unexpected student lock in fees
Form a UCSB Latino/Brown Caucus
Bring Associated Students into the Residence Halls to help transform incoming freshman into leaders
Advocate for Mother Earth: Being environmentally friendly

Look beyond shapes, titles and color. Instead look at passion because it yells louder than experience. Vote JASMIN ESPARZA aka Lil J for Representative at Large! I got your back. Know that your voice WILL be heard! Peace. Bless u! <3

Miles Freeman - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey there fellow Gauchos! My name is Miles Freeman and I'm running to be one of YOUR Representatives-at-Large on YOUR Legislative Council.

In the past I've served on the Residence Hall Association's Coordinating Board as a Representative-at-Large and this year I'm the RA for the bomb 1st and 2nd floors of San Miguel East Tower. As your Representative-at-Large next year, I want to make accountability a part of A.S. Currently as A.S. Attorney General I've made it my mission to reign in the excessive abuses of power by this years Legislative Council.

However, being Attorney General has also shown me that change needs to come from WITHIN Legislative Council and this belief has empowered me to run for this office. Next year, as a Representative-at-Large I want to amend the A.S. Constitution not only to force great accountability but also to foster transparency in our student government that's been lacking in past years.

Alongside this, as YOUR Rep-at-Large I intend to push for bills to reduce redundancy and excessive bureaucracy with our student government. Associated Students needs to work FOR THE STUDENTS and act PROACTIVELY instead of reactively when confronting the UC administration. The only way our government can do that is by increasing efficiency and insisting upon accountability to the student body that ELECTED THEM.

Therefore, if you care about honesty, accountability, integrity, and efficiency from your student government I STRONGLY encourage you to vote for me. Together, WE

Amanda Galvin - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hola UCSB!

My name is Amanda Galvin and I am running to represent YOU as a Rep-at-Large for the 2010-2011 Legislative Council. I am a third year, double majoring in Communication and Anthropology with a passion for the local community and its diversity.

As a student interested in experiencing as much as I can at UCSB, I have been involved in many groups since my first year including:

Community Affairs Board
Environmental Affairs Board
I.V. Community Relations Committee
Real Life
Orientation Staff '09
Santa Catalina Hall Council '07-'08

With the vote of the students, I plan to work on:

SUPPORTING the many environmental campaigns of the hard-working students in the numerous sustainable groups on campus.
EXPANDING the strong sense of community at UCSB to connect with other UC community organizations
REPRESENTING the students' real opinion, no matter how controversial an issue may be
CREATING a legacy for UCSB students to look back upon and be proud of

It is important to make sure you choose qualified candidates who have experience with working in our community. So please vote AMANDA GALVIN as your Rep-at-Large, and check out the many other qualified students of O.P.P.!

Aladrian "Dro" Goods - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

WADDUP *CHOS?!
I'm Aladrian Goods but you all probably know me as "DRO" and I am running for the Rep-At-Large position on Associated Students Legislative Council! I am a second year declared Pre-Business Econ major but I'm looking to major in Communications and minor in Feminist Studies. In my two years here at UCSB I have been involved in almost every possible aspect of this campus you can imagine. I hold executive positions on Sisters Geared to Reign, NAACP UCSB Chapter, and I'm the team manager for the Women's Basketball Team.

With the events that have occurred in these past months, including the "Gangsta Parties", "Compton Cookouts", homophobia, and various other incidents of hate occurring on UC campuses, my priority is to EDUCATE, ENLIGHTEN, and ENCOURAGE mutual RESPECT and DIVERSITY throughout our campus.

I also plan to:

Fight against FEE HIKES and CUT BACK of our campus resources including CLAS, EOP, Counseling/Career Services, and CLASSES.
Ensure that OUR money is being PROPERLY allocated to programs, resources, and organizations that promote SCHOLARSHIP, LEADERSHIP, CITEZENSHIP, and DIVERSITY!
Continue to have the BETTERMENT of OUR University as my FIRST priority no matter what the cost.
Make AS Leg Council more accessible to YOUR opinions and concerns in order to successfully REP for YALL!

Still don't feel me? I guarantee no other candidate rides a RAZOR scooter. Oh yea, IMA B.O.S.S!

Vote for DRO! DON'T MAKE IT HARD. IT'S EASY! ?'s email me: aladriangaines@umail.ucsb.edu . VOTE B.O.S.S!

Nadim Houssain - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hi everybody! My name is Nadim and I am a first year global studies major. I am thrilled to be running for representative at large and I believe that I have the experience and ambition needed to effectively contribute to our school system through AS. I am currently the Multicultural Awareness Chair for Manzanita. As a MAC I take an active part in our weekly executive board and hall council meetings. I have also been invested with the responsibility of raising awareness of diversity within my residence hall. I will also expand upon this endeavor by being an RA next year. I am involved in various campus organizations such as, the Muslim Student Association, Students for Justice in Palestine, and Invisible Children. Additionally, I represent UCSB by competing for our track and field team through which I have also learned to effectively manage my time. With all these experiences I know that I am capable of bringing about the changes we need to see on campus.

Some goals I plan to pursue:

Make AS more transparent and accessible to our student body by outreaching more to the campus community both on and off campus.
Make sure that all decisions made by AS are representative of the students.
Transform our university into one that not only tolerates but also embraces diversity and promotes social justice. I plan to do this by sitting on AS boards such as S.C.O.R.E. and S.I.R.R.C. that aim to further racial equality and diversity.

Marisa Looney - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB!
My name is Marisa Looney and I'm running with B.O.S.S. to represent YOU as REP-AT-LARGE for Legislative Council! I'm a first year English major and am currently Treasurer of Anacapa Hall's Executive Board. I love UCSB and am willing to do everything it takes to make our school even better!

The main issues I'm concerned with are:

FINANCIAL AID- I understand how important financial aid is and will fight against it being cut because without it, I wouldn't be here.
INCREASING STUDENT INVOLVEMENT IN A.S.- The link between Associated Students and UCSB students need to be strengthened in order to better serve the needs of our campus.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT- We need to maintain the relationship between Isla Vista residents and UCSB students in order to give back to our community.
SUSTAINABILITY- It's imperative that we continue working to keep our campus green.
STUDENT SAFETY- All students should feel safe on campus regardless of their sex, gender, race, ethnicity, orientation, or abilities.

If elected as Rep-at-Large, I will be sure that YOU are represented at UCSB and that YOUR opinions are heard. Feel free to contact me at any time at marisalooney@umail.ucsb.edu because I'm here to SERVE YOU! So, vote for me Marisa Looney and vote like a B.O.S.S.!!!

Javier Martinez - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey Gauchos, my name is JAVIER MARTINEZ and I am running for REP AT LARGE! I'm a third year Political Science & Black Studies Major with a minor in Technology Management. I am the current President of the Black Pioneers Renaissance Organization as well as the Athletic Coordinator for Projects, Facilities, and Events in the Athletic Department. Additionally, I'm working with Deputy District Attorney Josh Lynn on a Sobering Center for Isla Vista. I also hold positions on several councils and am part of many student networks in addition to being a Resident Assistant last year. With all of my involvements, I have had a passion for service and that is the tenet of my interest in being a part of Associated Students.
If elected:

I will ensure the construction and implementations of a sobering center in IV to advocate for students and decriminalize certain alcohol and drug related offences.
I will fight for a transparent budget so that each student knows where his/her fees are going.
I will work towards the reconstruction and improvement of our current umail email system.
I will work towards holding the administration accountable for their mismanagement of our student fees.
I will ensure that textbooks become more affordable and that we DON'T get ripped off when we sell books back.
Lastly, I will fight with the Academic Senate and administration to stop departments from raising our fees while cutting classes.

So remember, vote JAVIER MARTINEZ and vote OPP!

Danielle Mayorga - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey UCSB!

My name is Danielle Mayorga and I am running to be YOUR Representative-at-Large!

I have seen first-hand the issues that face all of us as students, in the residence halls, Isla Vista, and on-campus through 3 years of experience at UCSB:

Resident Assistant
Academic Peer Advisor for the College of Letters and Science
AS Take Back the Night Co-Chair
Experience working with the coalitions against budget cuts

If elected I will work on:

Improving Class AVAILABILITY
Creating a uniform CRASH POLICY to make it easier for students to crash courses
FIGHTING BUDGET CUTS TO OUR STUDENT SERVICES (such as CLAS, Counseling/Career Services, the Women's Center, ALL cultural campus resources) and SUPPORT PEER EDUCATION PROGRAMS
IMPROVING ISLA VISTA street conditions through lighting and bike safety while preserving its unique character
Continuing the work being done to make our community SAFE FROM HATE for ALL students

I realize there are many organizations and coalitions working on these issues, and as your Rep-at-Large, I will use my position and resources to SUPPORT these groups and CREATE COALITIONS to make even MORE PROGRESS on our campus and in the beautiful town of Isla Vista!

I promise to make YOUR CONCERNS, MY CONCERNS and will make YOUR VOICE HEARD as I fight to address the things that mean the most to the students of UCSB- our academics, our safety, our organizations, our social life, and our community!

VOTE DANIELLE MAYORGA FOR REPRESENTATIVE AT LARGE!!

Andrew Ortiz - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Where you at UCSB!? I'm Andrew Ortiz and I am running for REP AT LARGE for Legislative Council. I am a third year Chicana/o Studies major; I am currently a Second Year RA at San Miguel Residence Hall and one of the founding chapter brothers of my multicultural fraternity Sigma Lambda Beta. Through all of my experiences here at UCSB I have decided to run for Rep at Large, and help make some change on campus.
If elected I will:

Ensure the use of our student fees are utilized appropriately and responsibly
Provide necessary information on issues going on in A.S. affairs.
Fight for higher standards on the control and regulation on Greek Letter Organizations.
Fight to maintain student services provided such as CLAS, Student Health, EOP, and all others.
Inform both Isla Vista residents and Residents in the Residence Halls about alternative living.
Make sure your UCSB community is safe and one that you can thrive in.

In becoming a member of A.S. I hope to become a voice for you. I want to listen to the needs of the students first, and put all bureaucratic business to the side. In this position I want to put you as the first priority. So vote Andrew Ortiz for Rep at Large, and vote B.O.S.S. the party for the students!!!

Roy Rodriguez - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What's poppin' UCSB? I'm ROY RODRIGUEZ and I am running with O.P.P. I hope that you all give me the opportunity to be YOUR representative on Associated Student's Legislative Council as REP-AT-LARGE for the upcoming academic year! I am currently a Rep-at-Large for Santa Catalina (A.K.A: FT) with the Residence Halls Association (RHA) and the Vice President of Chapter Life of Theta Nu Kappa Fraternity, a MULTICULTURAL and ACADEMIC fraternity here at UCSB.

If elected I will work tirelessly to:

Promote environmental awareness and inform students of our university's efforts to minimize our carbon footprint and becoming more sustainable.
Be a reliable liaison between YOU and student government.
Continue efforts in making the streets of Isla Vista safer for pedestrians such as working on better lighting and more traffic signs in busy areas.
Promote diversity, awareness, and tolerance between the various organizations and communities throughout UCSB.

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY

Make student government more accessible to everyone by keeping open paths of communication between student leaders and the general student population open.

I am running for office in Legislative Council because I want to help student government once again become accessible and dependable for students. I believe students should be informed and have a say in what goes on in Associated Students. If elected I promise to listen to students and to be the voice many believe they have lost. So please, vote ROY RODRIGUEZ and O.P.P!

Jorge Solis - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

What's good UCSB! I'm Jorge Solis and I am running for REP AT LARGE for Legislative Council. I am a fourth year Math/Econ major; I am currently a member of A.S Finance Board and one of two A.S Controllers responsible for the oversight of all student fees. It's been a great journey for me here at UCSB these last few years and am thrilled and honored to have the opportunity to serve you and the rest of this wonderful UCSB community.

If elected I will:

Ensure the use of our student fees are utilized appropriately and responsibly
Aggressively lobby to lower fees, and create transparency within A.S.
Provide a unique insight to the council regarding the use of student fees with knowledge gained from the position of A.S. Controller.
Fight to maintain the high standard of student services provided such as CLAS, Student Health, EOP, and all others.
Bring a conscientious environmental mindset to the table, pushing for a more sustainable campus and lifestyle.
Make sure your UCSB community is safe and one that you can thrive in.

As a member of A.S. Legislative Council, my top priority is to listen to you and work with you to bring positive change to this campus. In my four years here at UCSB, I have learned that having an open mind is essential to effectively work with others. Vote for Jorge Solis and vote for B.O.S.S.!

Chloe Stryker - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB Gauchos! I'm Chloe Stryker and I'm asking you to RE-ELECT me to Legislative Council as your Representative-At-Large.

IÔm a second year Political Science major and am currently serving as your Off-Campus Representative. I am social, hardworking, and a typical college student just like you. I love the beach, Freebirds, and I.V, and I want to continue to be involved with A.S. because I care about making all our experiences here at UCSB worthwhile.

I have EXPERIENCE and passion that I have attained through:

Sitting on Committee on Committees, Undergraduate Council, and two years on Constitution and By-Laws.
Holding an important position within my sorority.
Serving as the former Vice-President of Manzanita.
Helping lead the SAVE ESS campaign.
Heading the A.S. Haiti Relief Fund which raised about $55,000.

If RE-ELECTED I will fight to make UCSB the best it can be:

I will rewrite the A.S. Legal Code to make our student government more structured and EFFICIENT.
I will fight against student fee hikes to STOP the additions to your already extensive tuition.
I will promote a SAFER community and finally light up the streets of I.V.
I will support tenants rights, fight against unfair landlords, and keep our housing AFFORDABLE.
Most importantly, I will fight for YOUR student's rights and will listen to YOUR concerns and YOUR ideas and actually get things DONE.

So vote Chloe Stryker, because I know you Gauchos are down with OPP!

Luis "Louie" Tamayo - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

My name is Luis "LOUIE" Tamayo and I'm down to represent YOU as REP-AT-LARGE for Legislative Council. I am currently a 2nd year Communications and Sociology double major and am currently involved in various campus organizations.

Associated Students Committees on Committees- BCC Liaison
Sigma Phi Epsilon, chyeeeah!

Aside from the typical Academia, I love UCSB and Isla Vista that is why I want to work hard to preserve the culture of IV and the reputation of UCSB.

Property theft is at an all time high in I.V., and I want to increase public safety to ensure OUR homes are protected.
I will work closely with Doreen Farr to make sure our needs as students and tenants are being met.
I will work on making I.V. a safer place for all residents by improving lighting in and around dark areas in the community.
I will fight hard to STOP the BS fee increases, because it affects all students!
I will work hard to stop the cutting of OUR RESOURCES such as CLAS, EOP, and Mental Health Services. All of which are funded by YOU!

Having been involved in the Residence Hall Association my 1st yr. and currently living in I.V., I am the BEST CANDIDATE for REP-AT-LARGE because I am keen to issues on-campus as well as off-campus. I'm extremely laidback yet hardworking and diligent, and want to make UCSB LEGIT as POSSIBLE!

SO, VOTE LOUIE T, AND VOTE OPP!

Dina Varshavsky - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB!! My name is DINA VARSHAVSKY and I am running for off-campus rep with B.O.S.S. I am a second year Communications major, Professional Writing minor, and hoping to get my certificate in Technology Management from San Jose, California. Since starting my time here at UCSB, I have been involved in numerous clubs and activities including:

Santa Rosa Hall Council
Residence Hall Review Board
Treasurer of UCSB Russian Club
FOUNDER and PRESIDENT of a new Jewish sorority on campus
have worked with AS Finance, IVCRC, and After Dark

By being elected YOUR off-campus rep I want to:

increase IV awareness of campus activities through an IV tenant's newsletter
work with IV landlords to improve relationships
help Freshmen, transfer students, and others looking for NEW HOUSING by creating a WEBSITE comparing all landlords with prices, locations, and extra amenities
collaborate with textbook providers to create promotions for UCSB students
organize IV students for common causes, like gathering to go to home games, rallies/protests, etc

I love working with people and am extremely approachable and friendly. I am ALWAYS the one to approach people to meet them and introduce myself! I am so excited to run with such a dedicated and uniform group for AS elections. B.O.S.S. is so bossy! Be sure to vote for B.O.S.S. and Dina Varshavsky as your off-campus rep!!

Stay hyphy UCSB!

Off-Campus Representatives

Christina Barsamian - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hi UCSB! My name is Christina Barsamian and I am running to be your Office Campus Rep with B.O.S.S! I am a third year Political Science major who has a deep passion for politics and government. I desire to use the skills I've learned through the various positions I've held in my sorority and from the classes I have taken as a Poli Sci major in order to better this already amazing campus. I also currently serve as a member on the Greek Conduct Board. I believe my strong will can make a difference for each student at UCSB, whether you are involved in sports, clubs, Greek life or are independently searching for your goals during your time here. Given this position I will devote my time and focus to making our school run for us so that we may achieve success in and out of the classroom during the four (or five :) ) years we get to spend on these sunny sidewalks and sea breezed classrooms.

Amanda Berry - Open People’s Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I am Amanda Berry and I am running for YOUR Off-Campus Representative. So far this year I have served on exec board for Santa Rosa Hall Council, participated in CAB and have held a position in my sorority. If elected I look forward to making your voice heard because this is OUR school, OUR education, and OUR right. I am passionate about working on:

The responsible use of our money.
o We need to be held accountable for how we are spending student fees. I plan on evaluating each proposal with the understanding that UCSB students want their money to be spent constructively.
Affordable housing
o Work with EVPLA to acquire housing units in IV and rent to UCSB students at lower rates. Eventually we hope this will undercut the outrageous market in IV.
Availability of classes
o Offering more student run classes, to save education costs and allow students to acquire enough units every quarter.
Isla vista safety
o Establish a “safety spot” in IV that is well lit with signage that includes the CSO escort service phone number.

In order to accomplish each of these goals I am not only asking you to vote for me, but talk to me about what YOU want from YOUR representative. I want to get input from people from all backgrounds. I will strive to make all students involved and educated on issues pertaining to our campus.

So please VOTE AMANDA BERRY for Off-Campus Representative!

Kaily Burton - Open People’s Party (O.P.P.)

My name is Kaily Burton and I am running for Off-Campus Representative with OPP. As a second year here at UCSB, I have seen a number of issues we can address to make our school and community a more livable, affordable, sustainable, and enjoyable place. And as a member of the Isla Vista community, I have had first hand experiences with the problems that need to be fixed. I will work diligently in solving the issues that students are most concerned about. I will address student concerns by taking action in a number of committees and boards, and focusing on:

Working to bring the average student’s concerns to various boards in AS, by becoming a liaison between students and board members of groups such as Environmental Affairs Board, Community Affairs Board, the Isla Vista Community Relation Committee, etc. I will outreach to students through promoting open forums, where YOU will have the OPPortunity to voice your concerns.

Continue promoting our campus and the surrounding community through environmental and sustainable movements. I will continue working on established projects such as Greeks Gone Green and Carrot Mob that promote the well being of our community.

Working as an advocate for students against the budget cuts while defending important resources. I will inform students of where their money is going and work towards making it possible for students to make decisions of where their money would best be spent.

Make your voice heard. Vote Kaily for OPP Off-Campus Rep!

Fabian Gallardo - Open People’s Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! My name is FABIAN GALLARDO and I want you to RE-ELECT me for OFF-CAMPUS Representative for Legislative Council. I’m a third year, Global Studies and Environmental Studies double major; I am currently the Off Campus Representative for Associated Students. I am an average UCSB student, I love to have fun, chill by the beach, go to parties, and maybe even a few of you have raged at my house on DP. If elected:

I will work to INCREASE student health services at a time when we are being asked to pay more, and receive less
Work to increase STUDENT representation in decision making bodies at UCSB, like the Academic Senate, and giving us a VOTE
I will continue the fight to STOP THE FEE HIKES proposed by the UC Regents and make sure ALL students know where there student fees are going.
Work through the economic crisis and keep major programs like CLAS, EOP, and Rec Cen, AVAILABLE, and protect their funding.
I will continue to work on making Associated Students more TRANSPARENT; I wrote the bill to place spending caps on elections, OPENING THE DOOR to more students, not just those with deep pockets.
I will work to represent ALL of UCSB, not just one special group or sector. We are ALL students, and this is OUR UNIVERSITY.

E-MAIL ME (gallardorobe@gmail.com) or FACEBOOK ME with questions or ideas so I can efficiently represent YOU!

Vote for me FABIAN GALLARDO and vote OPP!! Welcome

Molly Gordon- Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB! My name is Molly Gordon and I’m running for off-campus representative with the BOSS party- which is an amazing group of people. We are unique and friendly, open to new ideas, and accepting of all our fellow students’ concerns. As for me personally:

I care. About people, about the earth, about our future as humans, students and individuals.
I understand. As a first year student with financial and school stress, I get it.
I love helping people. I have worked with children and the elderly. Mostly I enjoy interacting with my peers, ready and willing to be of assistance if I can.
I value leadership. I have been captain of my field hockey, lacrosse and dance teams throughout high school, and love being able to translate the feelings of my teammates into action.
I believe in sustainability. As an Environmental Studies major, member of EAB, and an avid recycler, I am going to do everything I can to make our beautiful campus greener.
I love the arts. I have been dancing all my life, trying out different styles and themes from different parts of the world, as well as being exposed to theater, photography, and many other types of artistic creations.
I believe in diversity and acceptance. It is important to me that I learn about other cultures and have friends of various colors, religious beliefs, sexual preferences, and backgrounds.

I believe that every student at UCSB should find their niche and that everyone should be accepted

Kirstin Hadjis - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey Gauchos!!

Hey everyone. My name is Kirstin Hadjis and I am a first year psychology major.

In my first year alone, I have been involved in several different events and clubs on campus. Currently I am in CALPIRG where I serve as an intern for the hunger and homeless campaign. I have helped to run the Ucen dinning program where we take left over food from the Ucen dinning and deliver the food to the homeless every week day. I also was apart of a nation wide movement to clean up the hunger on a national and local level and was the state wide coordinator for this event for all the schools participating in this event. I also will be attending a Sacramento event in April to lobby our government on a change in their policies.

My goals for this position would be:

To attend as many student groups/clubs on campus so that I can truly represent my peers based on their values
Promoting diversity on and off campus
To encourage better relationships in the IV community
Push for better relationships between campus groups so they can help each other out
Making sure money is well spent and going towards what people collectively want
Making sure everyone has a voice because " a person's a person no matter how small". Everyone deserves a chance for their voice to be heard
Establishing trust within the community

I can guarantee that if I am elected, my main job will to be

Alyce Haley- Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB! My name is Alyce Haley and I am a second year communications and psychology double major. I am fun, outgoing, friendly and love meeting new people. I pride myself on my time management and organizational stills as well as my work ethic. I am the Vice President of Member Education in my sorority and used to be the Director of New Members. I was very involved in local organizations in my hometown of Chico, California and now that I am settled here is Santa Barbara I am looking forward to getting involved and helping to maintain Isla Vista as the beautiful, fun place that we all love to live in. Some of my main goals are to

Help UCSB GO GREEN. We are currently ranked 129th in the nation and 4th out of UC’s. I consider UCSB a progressive campus and think with the right tools we could rise in the rankings.
Help budget student run clubs. These include the clubs that annually receive a portion of our student fees. We are paying for them, we should have a say in how the money is spent.
Getting campus wide wireless Internet and trying to get a UCSB sponsored study room in IV.
Fighting fee increases and creating more financial aid for those who cannot afford the inevitable increases.
Keep IV safe through working with groups such as Take Back the Night, but also CSO’s and IV police.

Remember, my name is Alyce Haley and I am here to

Duncan Kenney- Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

I’m Duncan Kenney and am running for off-campus representative. I am a 3rd year Economics and Environmental Studies double major. During my time at UCSB, I have been involved in a wide array of activities and programs including the College of Letters and Science honors program, serving as the Recruitment Chair for the Inter-Fraternity Council, and even winning a coveted intramural basketball championship.

My primary role as an off-campus representative is something that I am extremely familiar with as it also happens to be one of the most important foundations in environmental studies: taking a pro-active stance. No, I’m not referring to the fantastic face wash, but rather to addressing problems and issues in their earliest possible stages in order to ensure that they do not negatively impact the general student body. Solving problems before they become daunting issues requires establishing clear lines of communication between the leg-council and the student body and developing constituent trust. Rest assured that I will accurately represent your ideas and views and will not skew them with my own political agenda.

I am here to represent the Student Body in its entirety. I genuinely believe that no issue is too large or small to address.

Vote BOSS, and vote Duncan Kenney for off-campus rep.

Joseph Lewis - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey Gauchos my name is Joseph Lewis and I am a third year Business Economics major dedicated to improving your college experience. I am running to make noticeable improvements at UCSB as your Off-Campus Representative. Since arriving at Santa Barbara I have served as a president of my fraternity and am currently employed as a student-manager at the computer labs. My interests include the great outdoors, stand up comedy, and professional sports. As a voter, you should find confidence in my unrivaled desire to improve our access to a well-rounded education.

Please take a moment to understand what prompted me to run for this position. After the tuition hikes this year, my minor was threatened and my major slashed courses. My resentment led me to take a stand. We can make differences, and we will. I will fight tooth and nail for the students, giving each of you the best possible opportunity to make changes at UCSB.

My agenda consists of:

Lowering the amount of absurd tickets issued in Isla Vista.
Bridging the communication line between students and the University regarding our fees.
Organizing Pre-Game traditions and tailgates before Gauchos games.
Creating an online submission form for your thoughts and suggestions so I can get to work on them immediately.

In conclusion, there are issues we must approach. I am dedicated to clearing the path that leads to the rest of our Gaucho-spirited lives.

Jason "JLO" Lopez - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello Everyone! My name is Jason "JLO" Lopez and I am running for Off Campus Representative with OPP! I am a second year majoring in psychology and philosophy and just like you all I am having trouble getting the classes to be a full-time student let alone fulfill my major courses. As a legislative member I would fight to get a better waiting list so that we are not stuck taking classes we don?t want. I have already proven this when I marched to capitol hill with hundreds of other students from all over UC?s to ask for more funding in higher education. Other projects that I would like to work on If elected would be:

Help make floatopia and Halloween a safer event
Fight to get more parking spaces on campus and extend night hours.
Help Get better Lighting in Isla Vista especially on Segovia and embarcadero del norte.
Finally I would like to work on making Associated students a more accessible and transparent place for all students.

So, vote for me Jason "JLO" Lopez, and vote for the Opens People Party.

Rachel Lydon - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I am Rachel Lydon and I want to be your OFF CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE! I am a first year Political Science major and my experience here at UCSB so far has been serving on the Constitutions and By-Laws committee in AS and being involved with my sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta. I have also been involved in student government and served as a voting member of my school board in high school.

I love UCSB and IV and that’s why I want to serve YOU, the students. I know you all believe that Santa Barbara should be safe, fun and most importantly, affordable. With everything going on with tuition this year, I believe the best thing we can do is to not dwell on the past, but move forward and try to prevent the same problems from happening in the future. Some of the things I’m really passionate about are:

Ensuring that your money goes to programs that benefit the whole student body;
Finding ways to help students afford college and keep fee hikes down in the future;
Keeping Isla Vista beautiful since, after all, it is our home for four years.

If you want someone who is really going to make a difference vote for RACHEL LYDON and the Open Peoples Party!

Dana Magallanes - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello to all you beautiful Santa Barbarians! My name is DANA MAGALLANES and next year I would love to have the privilege of becoming your Off Campus Representative for Legislative Council. I am a first year Sociology major looking to better our university. This past year I was President of my residence hall and RHA Rep for Program Board. The reason I want this position is because I believe our students here at UCSB should have a say in what happens with our school. A couple of issues that I am passionate about include:

Sexual harassment prevention in Isla Vista
Keeping public education affordable for all (from fees to textbooks)
Traffic and Parking regulations on campus and Isla Vista
Increasing student involvement in Associated Students

I want to represent the students so well that by the end of the school year they are left thinking, “Wow, what a year.” I know that I can do this for you and want to do this for you, so by voting for me I promise I will use all of my ability to look after your student interests. UCSB belongs to you.

Cynthia Martinez - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What’s Poppin Gauchos!!

My name is CYNTHIA MARTINEZ and I am a second year sociology and Pre-Bio major. I would like to be your OFF campus representative next year. I’m social, FUN, but most of all I’m as down to earth as I’m down for OPP! My major involvements have consisted of serving as social and recruitment chair for Lambda Theta Nu Sorority Inc., Hermanas Unidas, and Health and Wellness Chair for Santa Catalina North Tower. If elected I will:

Ensure services continue to run in spite of the budget cuts such as – CLAS, the Women’s Center, Career Center, as well as other programs that help students academically, professionally, and personally.
Work my hardest to make IV safer by implementing more bike lanes, stop signs, and increase lighting
Work closely with organizations like HEAL, Life of the Party, and STAR to ensure the well being of the UCSB community and provide a healthy environment to us all.
Work on making more parking available for students-especially around the library
Represent the underrepresented- Bring awareness and outreach to those who don’t know about the issues affecting our student body.
Most importantly, fight against those increasing fees.

So vote for me Cynthia Martinez I’ll handle your SCANDALS and be the life of the party….. the OPP party

Xuan Yen "Yeni" Nguyen - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey there Gaucho!
I would like first off thank you for taking your time to read about all candidates running this year and commend you on taking the extra step in making sure you are well represented.

My name is Yeni Nguyen, a first year Sociology Major who is running to be your off campus representative. I am affiliated with University of California Students Association (UCSA) and the Greek community as well. As a first year, I am already living off campus in IV and enjoying all the bliss that independency has brought. Aside from already living in the same place that you call home, I have also been able to understand the concerns that students face on a day-to-day basis as tenants in the Isla Vista community. My experience with UCSA has allowed me to network across all UC campuses and integrate what has succeeded elsewhere at our own UC.

I believe in:

More livable housing at a fair price
A safer and equally entertaining night life for students
Biker and driver friendly streets
An efficient bus system for those that depend on public transportation
Eliminating excessive student fees that merely tax students instead of serving us

With your help, TOGETHER we can work towards a stronger, better UC that meets the needs of students, residents and aspiring professionals. Vote with O.P.P. and elect me as YOUR Off Campus Representative

Kathleen Reyes– Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey there UCSB!

My name is KATHLEEN REYES and I am a first year, aspiring Communications Major.

I am running for OFF CAMPUS representative with the B.O.S.S. party.

The amount of diversity on our campus makes it such a great community to be a part of. We need to make sure that our voices are not quieted down, especially in times like these. It is vital to ensure that our fellow Gauchos return to UCSB and by taking action against fee hikes as well as those program cut downs. Having a strong group of fellow Gauchos to have these rights preserved is key, and that is what B.O.S.S. (Bettering Our School System) is all about. As a representative I want to aim on restoring programs and controlling those fees, as well as making sure UCSB is a safe place to all diversity. I am a regular Gaucho just like you, who worries about finals and those dreaded papers and now those ridiculous tuition fee hikes. I am also very determined and dedicated to what I put myself into. If elected I will make sure that actions are done and most importantly that the whole student body knows what actions were made.

Release that inner Boss in you and vote BOSS!

Blair Siegal - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB! My name is Blair Siegal and I am running for the position of OFF Campus representative with B.O.S.S. I am currently a first year undeclared major, leaning towards a communication major. I really want to become more involved on our campus. I love everything about our school, from the beautiful location, to the awesome people, the nightlife, and the high academic caliber. I believe that our student government should speak for you, the students, and what you want. As a representative I will work to make sure that your voice is heard. I know that this proactive change can come about with B.O.S.S. I love getting to know new people, so feel free to come and discuss any ideas you have with me. If elected I will work to:

Get more students involved with AS and campus change by making AS more available to you!
Make Isla Vista feel safer at night.
Increase transparency on where our fees for school are going so we can make sure we are getting the most out of our money.
Improve the public transportation system so it is easier for us to get where we need to go.
Make sure we all have a great year and really bring some change to campus!

I want to help you all get the most out of your college experience and I am here to represent you and your voice! So vote for BLAIR SIEGAL, and Vote for B.O.S.S!

Stanislav "Stanley" Tzankov - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

My name is Stanley Tzankov and I am asking you to RE-ELECT me as your OFF CAMPUS Representative for Legislative Council.

I am an advocate for TRANSPARENCY and ACCESSIBILITY between students and A.S. I have taken on projects such as filming Legislative Council meetings and publicizing open student leadership positions.

As CHAIR of ACADEMIC AFFAIRS BOARD I will continue to:

Revamp A.S.’s role as a resource in order to help protect the quality of our education in the face of shameless fee hikes and budget cuts by publicizing scholarships and extracurricular opportunities.
Advertise AFFORDABLE TEXTBOOK ALTERNATIVES.

(please answer the ballot survey afterwards!)

As the STUDENT REP on the Chancellor’s Technology Advisory Committee I will continue to:

Gain experience PROTECTING the student perspective.
Work with the Student Advocate General and President to create a HUB FOR STUDENT ADVOCACY in an effort to help students regain their legal right of SHARED-GOVERNANCE over our University.

As the former President of Manzanita and a current IV resident:

I know the priorities and needs of students and vow to continue working with the focused experience of student organizations and clubs.

Finally, as a current LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MEMBER I know that this position requires EXPERIENCE, COMMITMENT, and FEEDBACK.

Don’t let our last line of communication be a STRATEGICALLY CAPITALIZED ELECTION SUPPLEMENT. Do your part and EMAIL (UCSBStanleyT@gmail.com) or FACEBOOK me with your comments, ideas, and perspectives on how I can represent you best!

Stay classy Santa Barbara! Remember, Vote STANLEY T. and Vote

Princess Uchekwe - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Recipients: UCSBEEZYS!!

Agent: Princess Uchekwe.

Agency: Better Our School System (B.O.S.S)

Level: 1st year Business Econ major

Mission: Serve as your Off Campus Representative

Blueprint:

Spread awareness about the workings of Associated Students. Why? Because top secret information doesn’t need to be so top secret. The more you know, the more comfortable you are, the more effective our communication.

Eliminate fee increases. We simply cannot be expected to pay more at a time where people make less.

Promote diversity. At a campus like ours, we need to ensure ALL that our voices are heard, and that our differences are RESPECTED.

Increase safety. We need a community that will benefit the well being of all our members.

Upgrade to uniform parking passes. For the money you put down, you should be able to park ANYWHERE.

Report: Students need to be more informed about what’s happening in our community. We need our voices to be heard and our demands met. We will no longer stand for the mistreatment of others and the deteriorating value of our education. As a diligent, determined, and open-minded individual, I will be receptive to student concerns. YOU are my business, and I handle my business like a BOSS.

Nathan "Nate" Walter– Open People’s Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I am Nate Walter, I am running for off-campus rep with OPP!

I am a first year Business / Economics Major, and was president of San Nic Resident Halls, which gave me connections in AS which will help me get the right people for the right job, so we can make the changes you want to see.

I Love UCSB and I know that if chosen to represent you great things will happen in IV and on campus. If elected, as your off-campus rep, I plan to:

Using social networking tools, such as Facebook, YouTube, blogs, and others, to ensure that you are always informed of things happening that affect you personally and that you care about.
Making the buying and selling of used books easier for everyone by creating an easy-to-use website.

(For more of my ideas check out NateWalter.com)

Preston Washington– Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

What's good UCSB students! My name is Preston Washington and I am a first-year staying in the Santa Rosa Residence Hall. In my short time I have come to appreciate UCSB for what it is, a great place. Our school is surrounded by beautiful scenery and filled with beautiful people. I have only gotten to know a small fraction of the students here but I look forward to meeting the rest! If you see me walking around don't hesitate to strike up a conversation with me, or just tell me what you want to see changed.

As my appreciation for UCSB grows my, desire to protect it grows too. That is why I am running for an Off-Campus Representative position, with the Better Our School System party, to take care of the student body. I look around and I see things that effect all of us that I could work on:

the unstable school budget
the limiting of skateboard routes
the dispersement of our student fees

I am the type of person that likes to help people with there problems. I do not even skateboard, but I see a lot of students who do, so I want to make sure they can continue doing what they enjoy. You should vote for me, Preston Washington, so that we can change the course of our school!

Breanna Zehnder - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

OLE' Gauchos! Let the madness of elections begin! I know it seems as though these Candidate Descriptions go on forever, and often seem redundant, but the issues we care about are really important to us and I just wanted to say THANK YOU for being an INFORMED VOTER and MEMBER of the student body. I am Breanna Zehnder and I am a first year Poltical Science and Global Studies Double Major. We can be great friends. Here are a few things I have been involved with my senior year and since coming to UCSB:

I used my PASSION for MEDIA and SERVED as the PUBLICITY CHAIR at my high school. I helped make and edit videos that publicized DANCES and SPORTING events at assemblies and such.
I was the CO-CAPTAIN of my high school Women's TENNIS TEAM and I continue to play club tennis here in the beautiful Santa Barbara weather.
COMMUNITY SERVICE is also a passion of mine and I was a service scholar when I graduated which meant that I completed over 200 HUNDRED HOURS of community service and organized a Hunger benefit dinner which showed the student body how the majority of the world eats on less than $2 a day.
I continue to be involved in Hall Council.
Leadership is very important to me, but more importantly its necessary to be an HONEST, SELFELESS, SERVANT LEADER, who puts the NEEDS of OTHERS and particularly the STUDENTS NEEDS ahead of MY OWN. I am here to

Max Young - Open People’s Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! My name is Max Young and I am running with O.P.P. because I am ready to be your off-campus rep next year! I’m a second year psychology and accounting double major who is currently living in IV, so I understand what needs to be done to make it a better place. I am also involved in the Greek community as well as holding positions in various AS committees such as Committee on Committees. I am a fun loving guy who loves the beach, socializing with my fellow students, UCSB, and IV so this is the perfect chance for me to give back to the place I love. If elected I vow to do the following:

Make sure attending UCSB is affordable for YOU
Fight these RIDICULOUS fee hikes and class reductions
Fight for tenants’ rights, unfair landlords, and keep housing affordable
Ensure that IV is a safe place for all by making sure there is adequate lighting and improving relations with police
Be a voice for everyone equally regardless of race, gender, religion or orientation
Keeping IV the best place on EARTH!

Like I said before, I am a fun-loving guy who loves meeting new people so if you see me around campus, feel free to come say HI! I look forward to meeting and serving all of you so once that time comes around, be sure to vote for MAX YOUNG and O.P.P!

Yiming "Cedric" Zhao - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey Gauchos! My name is Cedric Zhao and I am running for YOUR Off Campus Representative with OPP! I am a first year Film Studies and Psychology double major who is interested in representing UCSB students and making UCSB a better place for everyone. Living in Isla Vista as a first year has given me a tremendous insight into the life in IV and I absolutely love the OPPortunities and fun that IV has to offer.

Organizations and groups that I am involved with:

AS Isla Vista Community Relations Committee (IVCRC)
AS Isla Vista Tenants Union (IVTU)
IV Census 2010 Committee
Chilla Vista 2010 Committee
Leadership Education & Action Program (LEAP)

If elected, the projects and issues that I will be working on,

The Community Center: I would be collaborating with fellow AS groups and organizations to push this project forward;
The Skate Park in IV: I would be working closely with IV Recreation and Park District and joining the planning committee to help the building and planning process.
IV Tenants Issues: I have observed the tensions between tenants and landlords through my involvement with IVTU and I would definitely help those helpless tenants through AS's services.
Accessibility to campus wide internet: As a world renowned research university, UCSB undoubtedly needs to be equipped with campus wide wireless internet access.
I will be representing YOU! Student voices DO count! Students' opinions DO matter!

Vote for ME and vote for OPP!

Armand Amin - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hi, my name is Armand Amin and I am running for AS off-campus representative. I am running because I believe that I can make AS better. Better for YOU!

In the past year, as a member of Isla Vista Tenants Union, I have worked to protect your RIGHTS as an Isla Vista resident, as well as:

Work on ordinance 4444: the ordinance that expands tenant’s rights.
Like getting your SAFETY DEPOSITS BACK
Improving property safety: Isla Vista is ranked first amongst all communities west of the Mississippi for property theft!
Raising awareness about student safety.
The Isla Vista Census count: IV is undercounted, so we aren’t being represented. Without proper representation we do NOT have a say in local government.

In addition, I believe that transparency in AS and student involvement is vital to our school.
We, as students, are having our education undermined.
We should NOT have to pay extra money for fewer classes.
We should NOT be held to MCP requirements when we have to fight just to get into classes.
What’s worse? We all recognize these injustices and nothing is being done about it.

So lets MOBLIZE, COOPERATE and be PROACTIVE about the issues that face us today.
My name is Armand Amin and I am with the DP Party.
Lets make this school OUR school.

Richard "Milo" Gavan– Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey UCSB!! My name is Richard Gavan and I’m running to be your off-campus representative. Here’s the situation: Associated Students is our student government – our tool of direct influence that most students know too little about. The Legislative Council works to get the wants and needs of the students written into campus policies. Wouldn’t you like Associated Students to be actually associated with the students?
Here’s what some of the plan consists of:

prioritize opening lines of communication between representatives and A.S. with the student body, through outreach and education programs
establishing regular student forums to facilitate communication between students and officers
optimizing transparency by insuring that expenditures are paid directly from A.S., rather than through a third party
self-regulating accountability through a system of open checks and balances
In other words, getting people in the KNOW, getting their voice HEARD, and keeping A.S. receptive and accountable so it STAYS ASSOCIATED WITH THE STUDENTS!

Also, here’s a little about myself:

My majors are psychology and philosophy: ethics and public policy
I’m a research assistant in psychology
I’m the Public Relations officer of the Red Cross at UCSB – I work and liaison with various groups on campus
I’m President of the Philosophy Club – I helped establish the club with OSL and initiated an outreach program to get students involved
I know how to get you in communication and your voice HEARD!

Evan Hynes - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hello fellow Gauchos! My name is EVAN HYNES, and I am PUMPED to be running with the Democratic Process Party (DP Party) to be one of your next OFF-CAMPUS Representatives. I am a first year Art and Biology Double Major—if you have ever seen a shirtless dude painting on the lawn in front of the MCC, then you’ve seen me before!

As my majors exemplifies, I am highly interested in the arts as a positive, public form of building a strong, open-minded Isla Vista community, as well as helping keep our town an environmentally friendly and sustainable place to live in.

As your next Off-Campus Rep., I will work to…

Expand PUBLIC ART PROJECTS to make IV a more beautiful place to live in and build strong community ties.
Rally campus organizations to help out local low-income families in Isla Vista to make it an economically prosperous community for all, not just students.
Build a stronger sense of ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY in our community through large-scale organized street and beach clean-ups, where multiple organizations will collaborate to clean our town.
Make AS more known and accessible to all UCSB students! I will lead committees to outreach to students, rather than waiting around for students to come to them.
Support and promote DIVERSITY and AWARENESS in the off campus community

I am so excited to run with DP Party and start bettering the Isla Vista community! Vote EVAN HYNES for off-campus representative, and lets

Christine Javier - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey! What?s up UCSB! I'm CHRISTINE JAVIER, a first-year pre-bio major. I am a very open-minded person who has heard the many opinions of the students here, which has motivated me to become more involved in helping our school. I am currently a member of Anacapa?s Hall Council, so I have a lot of EXPERIENCE with this legislative business. Also, I am a part of NRHH, which is a group of leaders who advocate COMMUNITY GAIN and attain this by fund raising and such. Besides this, I've worked to fund raise money for charities such as Invisible Children, as well as projects to spread awareness of ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES. As your Off-Campus Representative, I will:

Prevent hate and violence within IV by hosting events to spread awareness
Create a much more environmentally friendly atmosphere within IV by implementing laws for better trash management
Fight for student rights within IV in order to attain government funding
Hold more events acknowledging the diversity within UCSB and IV that has been overshadowed
Meet with school officials to plan out ways around the obstacles the budget cuts have given us
Create a much simpler process for incoming tenants within IV by hosting various information events

As a student spending more money to not get the classes I want, focusing on AS funding will be my main priority. I see the problems within IV as well as on campus, and I'm here to fix them!

Maribel "Mira" Martinez - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

HELLO GAUCHOS,
My name is MARIBEL MARTINEZ and I am running to be your OFF-CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE with the D.P. Party. I'm a first year Business-Economics, Spanish double-major and I know that I can help make UCSB a better campus for all of us.

What I’ve Done:

Manzanita Co-President
RHA Judicial Review Board
A.S S.C.O.R.E
Lobbied the UC 32% tuition increase, and will continue to lobby all other fee hikes!

If elected, I will:

Promote OUTREACH to everyone at UCSB about A.S, in order to make it more OPEN and TRANSPARENT
In light of the recent HATE CRIMES on UC campuses, I want to help raise AWARENESS about the issue, and ensure that both I.V and UCSB be safe for everyone.
FIGHT fee increases!! A university education is NOT cheap; we don’t need any more fee hikes.
Increase safety in I.V. There’s too much theft going around, and it’s about time safety became a main concern. It’s our home, and we should always feel SECURE in it.

Want to talk about anything? E-MAIL me at (ucsmaribel@yahoo.com) or find me on Facebook under Mira Martinez.

VOTE for MARIBEL MARTINEZ as OFF-CAMPUS REP!!

Tiffany Mayville - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey hey hey UCSB! My name is Tiffany Mayville, and I’m a third year Environmental Studies major. Elect me for OFF-CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE, and I will be the positive, strong-willed, passionate workforce A.S. needs!

What have I done?

Part of the ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS BOARD since my freshman year
- Elected as an officer for the past two, last year as Social Chair and this year as External Affairs Chair and Environmental Justice Coordinator.
- Worked on planning IV Earth Day, stopping development in Gaviota, lobbying congress in DC for green legislation, and creating a coalition focusing on environmental justice.
Council member for the California Student Sustainability Coalition for the past year.
Intern for the Rape Prevention Education Program for two years.

If elected as OFF-CAMPUS REP, I will work on:

Campus sustainability, because it not only has a huge impact on the environment, but saves the university thousands of dollars of YOUR money.
Environmental justice, by addressing how environmental policy and degradation affect marginalized communities in our local area, especially in terms of food access.
Building a coalition of student organizations to tackle environmental issues and social justice to bring together people power and resources.
Addressing issues of sexual violence and hate in our IV and UCSB community, and how the affects everyone, regardless or gender identity, sexual orientation, or racial and ethnic background.

I will serve you, the students, as OFF-CAMPUS REP! Elect me with DP Party, and let’s get to work!

Abrahan Monzon - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hello beautiful peers, My name is Abrahán Monzón, I am a second year Sociology and Feminist Studies double major with a minor in Education, and I am running to be one of YOUR off-campus representatives for legislative council. My EXPERIENCES range from having an involved part in several student organizations, as well as being part of a couple of boards, committees, and commissions (BCCs). I have also been a proxy for Legislative Council throughout the year, serving a liaison for legislative council members who can't make all the meetings due to scheduling conflicts.
My goals are to build:

TRANSPARENCY- because students have a right to know where their MONEY IS GOING, and what the folks they elected into office are talking about, voting on, and deciding at ALL of their meetings
ACCESSIBILITY- because the campus, IV, and its facilities, should NOT BE CLOSED to ANYONE, regardless of race, background, ability, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, of anything else.
SAFETY- because IV and our campus should be a place where EVERYONE should feel SAFE in.

Projects I have thought about (creating accessible menus at IV eateries, creating better transportation options for those who need them) reflect these goals.
Once again, I encourage you to vote for me because I have experienced AS from the OUTSIDE, noticing what needs to be worked on and improved, as well as from the INSIDE, through proxying, so I have hands on EXPERIENCE. If you would like to know more about me you can

Maritza Palacios - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hello my fellow peers! My name is Maritza Palacios and I want to be your next Off-Campus Representative! I’m a third year Global Studies and Spanish double major with a minor in Sports Management. I currently hold the position of Collegial Networking Chair with a non profit organization in which I have learned many leadership skills that will help me prepare for this role I want to embark on. I am outgoing, enthusiastic, and a dedicated person. I will work on issues that concern all UCSB students especially those who live off campus. I am very dedicated to empowering students on this campus and advocating for the needs of all students especially those in underrepresented populations. If elected as Off-Campus Representative I will:

Fight for tenants’ rights by reducing cost of rent, becoming all knowledgeable of our rights and holding landlords accountable
Do everything in my hands to stop the recent fee hikes because in this time of financial crisis and even raising fees it is vital that AS continues to advocate for lower fees, increased transparency, and student oversight input
Focus on Outreach and Retention because they need to be strengthen in order to improve your UCSB experience by creating a diverse atmosphere and allow students to learn more about different cultures

Most importantly, I am here to represent YOU, YOUR student rights, and YOUR concerns. So vote for me for your Off-Campus Representative and vote for the DP Party.

Jessica Perez - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey there Gauchos!
My name is Jessica Perez and I am running for Off-Campus Representative with the Democratic Process Party (DP Party). As a first year Political-Science major I currently serve as the Co-President of Santa Catalina North and am a member of the RHA Coordinating Board. I am a friendly, responsible and outgoing person who wants to help make a difference on this wonderful campus of ours. This is our campus and with your help I know I can make UCSB all that it is possible of becoming! As your Off-Campus Representative I plan to:

Help ease the financial woes of all UCSB students
Address and fight fee increases
Ensure that YOUR money is being spent for YOUR benefit
Make it easier for students to get involved on campus and within the community
Ensure that vital student resources remain available for everyone
Make sure IV is a safe and comfortable community for all, free of hate and danger
Represent each and everyone of YOU and make sure that YOUR voice is heard

VOTE for the DP PARTY and VOTE JESSICA PEREZ for Off-Campus Rep!

Anthony Rum - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hey there Gauchos!
My name is Anthony Rum and I would love become your next Off-Campus Representative! Let me start by thanking you for taking part in the A.S elections: your vote will help determine the outcome of many important decisions made at UCSB.

I’m currently a third year, Business Economics major and am devoted to bettering your experience here at UCSB.

Involvement:

Chair of the Sustainable Business Committee within the Environmental Affairs Board
Associated Students Recycling Committee: Hosted Recyclemania and the “Evolution of the Plastic” campaign
Working with Greeks Gone Green to implement a more eco-friendly agenda into the UCSB Greek system.

Plans:

To provide a campus sustainability backbone for clubs, organizations, and boards.
I will work to create a more open, transparent and proactive Associated Students through newsletters, open meetings and higher accountability.

Through outreach, will provide the student body with the knowledge of resources A.S provides.
I will fight for more student representation across the board, including the Academic Senate, BCC’s , and in Isla Vista.

I will be an advocate for campus accessibility, especially transfer students who are often overlooked.

It’s no questions that we attend one of the best universities in the country and if elected I ensure you that I will do everything in my power to make it even better. Vote me, ANTHONY RUM as your OFF-CAMPUS REPRESENTAIVE, and be certain that change will occur.

VOTE RUM for DP PARTY!

On-Campus Representatives

Onyinyechi "Onyi" Apakama - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Wassup my fellow GAUCHOS!

My name is Onyi Apakama and I am excited to be running as your On-Campus Representative. I am a first year psychology major, and I live in the Black Scholars Hall in Santa Rosa a.k.a DA ROSA.

I am currently an intern for the Vice-President of Statewide Affairs. Where we have put forth different weeks of actions and petition signing to get our legislators to prioritize education! I am also a member of the Peer Education program in the Office of Judicial Affairs. We worked to put on a week called ÒSpeak Up Against HateÓ to spread awareness about hate crimes on our campus. As a member of BSU, Black Student Union, I was able to host high school students for our outreach program. This program lasted for three days it gave the students a taste of life in college .

Simply my plans if elected

Making A.S. more accessible to students because it's supposed to work for YOU!
Fighting the fight of FEE HIKES! Lobbying legislators and regents.
Developing effective and sustainable transportation to and from events for Students and Organizations on campus.
Increasing the Diversity on our campus by making sure ALL STUDENTS are represented.

I am a dedicated person that is always ready for action. I will advocate for the needs and concerns of students to the best of my ability.

I am here for YOU! So you down with O.P.P? Vote Onyi Apakama for On-Campus Rep.

Zoe Poff-Turjacanin - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

WASUP WITH YOU UCSB!
My name is Zoe Poff-Turjacanin, I am a first year undeclared major and I am ready to represent YOU as an ON-CAMPUS

I am a strong believer in fighting for the students. As a student who originates from a low income family, the budget cuts hurt me greatly just as it does many of you.
I have developed an understanding for our school and it's structure through different organizations on campus that I am involved with. Our campus needs representatives such as myself to ensure the correct actions are taken to create positive change. I am passionate about making UCSB a better community for everyone.
I will do everything in my power to:

Make our associated students more transparent
Create a better meal plan (rollover meals if possible)
Find efficient ways to enroll on course waiting lists
Campaign towards a campus that is more diverse, unified, and inclusive
MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENT FEES ARE NOT TAXED

I'M READY TO REPRESENT YOU AND HEAR YOUR VOICE SO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH ME!
-FACEBOOK @ ZOE POFF-TURJACANIN
-EVEN FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER= TWITTER.COM/TWEETMISZZOE
-EMAIL ME ZTURJACANIN@UMAIL.UCSB.EDU
DO THE RIGHT THING BE DOWN WITH O.P.P. AND VOTE ZOE VOTE ZOE VOTE ZOE!!!!!!!

Bevan "Drizzy" Verma - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB!

My name is Bevan Verma and I am running for your A.S. On Campus Representative Position for the 2010-2011 school year. This year, I served as your President for Santa Catalina North Tower and was amazed at how rewarding the position was. It taught me the leadership, citizenship, and scholarship skills necessary to be your future A.S. On Campus Representative.

If elected,

I will work on mental health issues, because I believe that everyone needs a break from all the stress and pressure that goes along with school, extracurricular activities, and tuition fees.
I will work on budget cuts, to ensure that our tuition fees aren't rising every quarter.
I will work on diversity issues to address the recent incidents of racism on several UC campuses this year.
I will work on environmental issues, to help make our school become more eco-friendly.

To address these issues,

I promise to plan great programs.
I promise to listen to every voice and have a open mind.
I promise to ensure that every resident is represented here at UCSB.

I have a real passion for the residence halls and believe in it with all my heart. I know every other candidate is begging for your vote, but know that I am the most qualified, the most dedicated, and the most passionate about representing the residence halls! VOTE BEVAN "DRIZZY" VERMA as your A.S. On Campus Representative and Vote for OPP!

Sarah Vilardo - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What's up, UCSB!
I'm Sarah Vilardo, running for YOUR On-Campus Representative with OPP! I'm a first-year English major who loves being involved in campus life. Here are a few things I've done so far:

FSSP Administrative Vice President
Co-President of Manzanita Village
AS Legislative Council Proxy
Secretary for Phi Sigma Pi Coed Honor Fraternity

But enough about me! As YOUR On-Campus rep, my priority would be to represent and serve YOU.

Too often, the needs of the students are overlooked, and it has to stop. If politicians won't step up and put us first, we must speak for ourselves and elect student representatives that are dedicated to making the changes we want to see.
Our AS representatives must act with INTEGRITY and KNOWLEDGE, especially considering the climate of not only our university, but of the UC and higher education system in general.
Working within the residence halls with RHA has allowed me to grow as a student leader, acting on behalf of a constituency to create an environment which benefits the students. I feel as though I understand how the university works and am able to recognize student needs.
Being a part of AS would be an amazing opportunity!
I would love to work to build COMMUNITY, encourage INCLUSIVITY and DIVERSITY AWARENESS, and make AS a more welcoming and TRANSPARENT environment. Most importantly, AS needs to work for YOU!

You down with OPP? Vote for me! Sarah Vilardo for On-Campus Rep!

Julia "Julie" Flores - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

What it do Gauchos!?!

My name is JULIA FLORES, I am a first year Business Econ Major and I am running to be a trustworthy On-Campus Rep. As YOUR On-Campus Representative I plan on addressing certain issues such as:

Student Outreach
Transparency
Budget Cuts

I strongly believe that these three issues affect our campus greatly. By reaching out to students I plan on providing detailed information on what is occurring in A.S and the activities that are being organized for the student body. In order to assure transparency within A.S I plan on holding open meetings and providing financial disclosure statements. As YOUR representative I will do all that it takes to make education affordable again, it is absurd that universities receive 7.5% of the state general fund while close to 11% is dedicated to prisons!!

As a resident myself I know on a first hand basis the issues that the on-campus community faces. I will have YOUR voice heard and assure that your concerns are not ignored. I am looking forward to being YOUR on-campus representative. So remember vote for JULIA FLORES!

Sarah Gilbert - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hi everyone! My name is Sarah Gilbert, and I am a first year English major who would love for you to vote for me as your on-campus representative! I am a very open-minded and friendly person who wants to help students by representing them and their needs in a very positive way. I truly enjoy taking on leadership responsibilities and working to gain what students want most from their time here at UCSB.

I currently serve as the President of the Anacapa residence hall, and I have loved every minute of hall council meetings and hall programs that work to build community, as well as address different issues students face here on campus. I am also the President of the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), and I work with other dedicated and enthusiastic students to recognize leadership within the residence halls through card making activities and managing the Of The Month recognitions.

Students at UCSB deserve awesome programs that work to build community, educate on issues like diversity, and work to keep students feeling safe and content here on UCSB campus. The biggest goal of mine is for ALL of your thoughts and opinions to be HEARD. The most important part of the University is the students, and I want YOU to be able to depend on myself and the members of the B.O.S.S. party to take a proactive stand in making your experience at UCSB the best possible.

Erica Kalingking - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Fellow Gauchos!!! My name is Erica Kalingking. So, how are you? Ever feeling down, a little lost, maybe need a shoulder to cry on? I'm your girl. Elect me for on campus representative for legislative council and I'll make sure that your new home is a home you feel proud to be a part of. But of course, who would want to trust a stranger? Let's get familiar.

I'm a first year psychology/music major.
I play the trumpet and I am involved with theatre.
Santa Catalina's hall council--9th floor representative.
I'm all for starting a funk band or jamming(jazz is my thing!).
I'm open minded and am passionate about everything I go after.

Now that you know me a little better, I hope you feel reassured when I tell you that I am passionate about solving these problems that can no longer be ignored.

FEE HIKES. RIDICULOUS, UGLY, BLOOD-THIRSTY FEE HIKES. This isn't a terrible vampire movie, this is our education here. These need to stop and I promise that you'll have a voice at meetings that is well-educated and on your side.
SAFETY. I'm driven to find ways to work with campus security to ensure that protection is there BEFORE we have to call for it.
TRANSPORTATION. Do you stay late and have to get back to places like FT? The fact that buses run only every forty minutes at night is unsettling, and a safety hazard.

So remember, vote B.O.S.S., all for you.

Joseph "Joe" Lee - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

WHATS UP UCSB. My name is Joe, and I am currently a first year Poli-Sci major. I am chillest person you will ever see on campus so never be afraid to start a chat with me. I am running to be YOUR On-Campus Rep so vote for me and B.O.S.S and lets get BOSSY! I am currently the MAC (Multicultural Awareness Chair) for San Cat South and through this, I have had hands on experience with executive and legislation issues through Hall Council. My priority consists of three things, to make sure past issues never come back, to resolve present issues, and to pro-act and create an environment where futuristic problems will not occur.

If I were to be your voice and be elected, I will do my outmost best to fight these issues:

Create an environment where the Campus will have no room for hate crimes.
Adjusting the policies of meal plan, and create a better way for low income students to get meals.
Improving the safety of the bike paths on campus
FIGHTING FEE INCREASE!

So let your voices be heard and let's make things HAPPEN!!

I will be your VOICE, your ADVOCATE, and FRIEND

So come up, don't be shy, VOTE for JOE LEE as your ON CAMPUS REP and VOTE BOSS and let's get BOSSY!!!

Ian Moret - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB! My name is Ian Moret, and I want to be your On-Campus Representative next year! I'm a second-year Business Economics major who currently serves as the Farside Area Representative for the Residence Halls Association, and I've also previously served as the Media Coordinator for RHA.

Having been involved in the residence halls community for the past two years, I know that there's a lot of untapped potential among residents - I believe it's critical for AS to expand its outreach efforts into the halls so that students' can realize that potential. From the first week a student steps on campus, they should know about the possibilities waiting for them in our many student-run organizations.

Not only do I want to put my knowledge of RHA and Residential Life to work for students, but I want to help students help themselves. It's essential that there is an ongoing dialogue between the on-campus community, AS, and RHA in order to promote a better knowledge of the quality-of-life, financial, and many other issues that we face daily.

Finally, it's bad enough that students are paying ever-higher fees mandated by distant bureaucrats - I'll make sure that AS isn't being frivolous with students' hard-earned money. I want to make sure that AS isn't part of the problem by neglecting to follow through with its funding decisions.

A vote for me is a vote for greater integrity, responsiveness, and openness in our student government. Vote Ian Moret

Briana "Bri" Riley - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey Gauchos!!! My name is Briana "Brii" Riley. I'm excited about running for our On-Campus Representative next school year! I'm a former resident of Manzanita's Rainbow House and now I'm a current resident of Santa Rosa's Black Scholar's Hall. Living in these Res Halls I've become an adamant believer in COMMUNITY, UNDERSTANDING, DIVERSITY, INCLUSIVENESS and UNITY. I hold Executive Positions in Akanke, a Black Women's Support Group, the Peer Education Program, a student branch of the Office of Judicial Affairs and I am also a member of our campus' Gospel Choir, Black Student Union and I am a LGBTQQI Ally.

As a product of EOP's S.T.E.P (Summer Transitional Enrichment Program) I have gained knowledge that being EDUCATED, EMPOWERED, and ENLIGHTENED about OUR community are the keys to LEADERSHIP!

As your On Campus-Representative, I would strive to serve you by:

Making OUR campus More Inclusive and Diversified
Improving OUR Meal Plan Service
Creating More Diverse Outreach Programs
Creating More Study Areas and Safe Spaces With BETTER Hours
Creating Forums with Administration to have Input on Executive Decisions
Any Questions or Ideas for Improving OUR Campus, EMAIL ME : riley01@umail.ucsb.edu

With all the injustices placed upon our system, WE STUDENTS should have a SAY in what goes on OUR CAMPUS. If you believe in all these issues Vote ME as your Candidate for On-Campus Representative!!!!!

Remember to Vote "Brii" for On-Campus Representative!!!!!
Vote RED for B.O.S.S.
Why Not, Better. Our. School. System?

Danielle Stevens - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Whazzup! ;p

The name's Stevens. Danielle Stevens. ;)

I'm a first-year Philosophy and Black Studies double-major, Spanish minor. I am a proponent of all avenues of creative expression. I like to mediate and listen to an eclectic mix of music. I love my Sector 9 Longboard. I wish to join the Peace Corps one day! I'm running for On-Campus Rep (woo, woot!!) because I want to advocate for you STUDENTS and hear what YOU have to say because after all, it's YOUR university.

Issues I currently work on:

Instilling harmony amongst societal inhabitants by raising awareness of the hardships of diverse communities (regardless of ability, sexuality, gender, race or Ôclass'.)

Member of

OJA's Peer Education Program, Black Quare, Hall Council House Representative in Manzanita Village's Hall Council

Conferences I attended:

Student of Color
LGBTQIA Western Regional
Student Lobby

Issues I will be working on if elected into office:

Collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and government officials in attempts to prescribe a remedy for this recent budget epidemic that is plaguing higher education.
Advocating for more sanctioning in favor of and in regards to alternative modes of transportation, specifically skateboarding.
Pushing for the implementation of diversity-oriented course requirements and/or training to alleviate and mitigate present/potential conflicts amongst students from different walks of life
Demand transparency with the recent state-wide fee hikes and render transparency in regards to the allocation of student fees through AS

University-owned Off-Campus Housing

BreYanna Carter - Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

Hey UCSB!!

My name is BreYanna L. Carter and I'm a first year Sociology and Feminist Studies double major. I would love to serve YOU as your next University Owned Housing Representative.

Through my experiences in the Summer Transitional Enrichment Program (STEP), and as a resident at Santa Rosa Hall, I have gained knowledge regarding issues that directly affect students here at UCSB. I am a person who wants to make a difference on this campus and serving YOUR needs would be great! I have collaborated as well as been a part of campus organizations such as: Office of Judicial Affairs, Peer Education Program (PEP), Black Student Union (BSU), Akanke, and Gospel Choir.
Campus Needs that will be my main priority:

Making sure OUR money is spent on US
Establishing a SAFER environment both ON CAMPUS and in ISLA VISTA
Holding Isla Vista Foot Patrol accountable
Stressing the importance of being consciously aware of MINORITY ISSUES
Fighting to keep OUR SERVICES and expressing the importance of student initiated programs like: C.L.A.S, Student Health, Multi Cultural Building, and the Student Resource Building
Ensuring a more DIVERSE, a more UNIFIED, and more INCLUSIVE campus.

Most importantly, I will fight for OUR rights as student and will listen to YOUR concerns, YOUR ideas, YOUR plans, and actually get things DONE.
E-MAIL ME (breyannacarter@yahoo.com) or FACEBOOK ME with questions and ideas so that I can efficiently represent YOU!
Be a B.O.S.S. and VOTE BreYanna L. Carter!

Alfredo E. Del Cid - Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

Hello Fellow Students,

I'm Alfredo Del Cid and as part of the Democratic Process Party, I believe in accountability and transparency within Associated Students. I am running to be your next University-Owned Housing Representative.

As a first generation student that transferred I know the challenges that we face when coming into the UCSB community.
I am part of the UCSB Rowing Team and I know how important is to maintain a healthy lifestyle and find the time to do so without affecting every other part of our life as students.
Being part of communities that historically have been marginalized and discriminated I have worked with organizations such as QSU,QCOM and SCORE being an outspoken advocate for equality and accessibility, acknowledging that UCSB is a diverse community and must create safe spaces for all regardless of ethnicity, race, religion, gender or sexual orientation.

As your Representative I will:

Create a clearer line of communication between the residents and the leadership so messages, suggestions and complaints do not get lost and necessary action is taken.
Better guidance tools for incoming transfers and freshmen.
Hold weekly "town hall" meetings between the residents and myself to listen to their concerns.
Accountability for the way Student Fees are spent.
Listen to what YOU want and what YOU need instead of making decisions without real student input.

So if real transparent and accountable action is what you want then vote Alfredo Del Cid and let's get to work!

Party Mission Statements

Bettering Our School System (B.O.S.S.)

The issues haven't changed.

The approach hasn't worked.

Are you getting what you paid for?

It's time for something new.

It's time to take Associated Students in a new direction.

Our priority is to Better Our School System.

Will you be the BOSS of your university?

Learn more at www.ucsbboss.com

Democratic Process Party (D.P. Party)

We believe Associated Students should be Associated with the Students. It was on this belief that we founded the Democratic Process Party. Our candidates were elected through an open general primary, where everyone had the opportunity to participate or run. That's what makes our party unique.

As individuals, the diversity of our experience and the issues we work on is our strength. As a party, we all stand by these CORE four principles:

Create
Organize
Retain
Engage

We will work to CREATE class availability and job opportunities on campus.

We will continue to ORGANIZE around the UC financial crisis to prevent unfair budget cuts from our university.

We will RETAIN the quality of this institution by promoting environmental sustainability and protecting funds for departments and student services including CLAS, Student Health, ESS and EOP.

We will ENGAGE the administration to prioritize student concerns on issues like the MCP, hate incidents, and unwarranted fees.

Although we do not limit ourselves to these principles, they represent our focus.

We do not believe in closed-door meetings.

We do not stand for hate.

We believe in having fun, but not at the expense of student fees.

Get your democracy on. Vote DP party!

Open People's Party (O.P.P)

The ideals of the Open People's Party exist in the honest and absolute representation of each and every student of UC Santa Barbara. This is our campus. This is our mutual goal. You are the Open People's Party.

We continue to pay more for our education, yet see less. Why are student services being cut? Why is class availability decreasing? We are expected to graduate within four years but don't have the resources to satisfy our educational requirements. Your student government should protect and advocate for you in the face of these reckless budget cuts and increasing student fees by providing student scholarships, job opportunities, and academic support.

If we are expected to pay these fees, we expect a quality education, which includes a modernized campus that UCSB is severely lacking. The Open People's Party will fight to improve student communication services, create mobile device applications, and finally establish University-wide wireless Internet.

We will continue to support efforts to keep the power of education in student hands. By demanding a reassessment of the financial situation, we will fight to protect the voice of students in such influential decision-making processes.

The Open People's Party believes in diligent work at home and in our local community. We stand strong in our commitment to protect students from abusive rental rates. Isla Vista has a unique and eclectic culture that Open People's Party hopes to preserve through the establishment of an Isla Vista Community Center and Sobering Center. Students are unjustly criminalized for minor infractions by a sometimes-overzealous police force. Open People's Party works to better relations with law enforcement, as they are meant to protect and serve, not aggravate and belittle.

The Open People's Party represents all UCSB students. We draw student leaders from all facets of our community in order to encourage the diversity of opinion. We are a party that embraces the free exchange of different thoughts and ideas. We advocate for the holistic student perspective to enhance the quality of life for all UCSB students. Opportunity begins with OPP. OPPortunity for strong representation. OPPortunity for a responsible student government. OPPortunity for a better UCSB.

Welcome to the party!

2010 A.S. Reaffirmations

(These are reaffirmations of existing constitutional lock-ins. Voting "YES" will not increase your A.S. fees.)

*Click here for more information about Return To Aid (RTA)

Educational Opportunity Program (E.O.P): Do you support continued funding of one dollar and twenty-five ($1.25) per AS/UCSB Membership per quarter (fall, winter, spring) and $0.83 for summer quarter for E.O.P?

Pro Statement

The EOP Emergency grants are crucial to students who need the most aid and support. Thus, it is imperative that they continue to be offered. As an EOP student and Student Mentor, I have learned the value of services such as these, by inviting my peers to use them as resources, as well as doing so myself. On countless occasions, even before becoming a Mentor, I told students about the grants. I know many of them who were saved from eviction or received a new pair of glasses that they desperately needed, but could not afford. Personally, the emergency grants helped me because they gave me the opportunity to apply to graduate school. Being a low-income and first generation undergraduate, it was hard to even imagine what the journey to being a graduate student would be like. The financial burden that graduate school testing and applications impose, thanks to the emergency grant, was no longer an impediment for me. I hope that with the continuation of these services, obstacles such as these will not keep future EOP Students from attaining their goals.

Con Statement

No Statement Submitted

Undergraduate Night and Weekend Parking fee: Do you support the continued funding of three dollars and thirty three ($3.33) per AS/UCSB Membership quarter for undergraduate night and weekend parking?

Pro Statement

{No statement Submitted}

Con Statement

No Statement Submitted

2010 A.S. Fee Initiatives

(These are new funding initiatives and would increase your current A.S. fee for Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer quarters.)

Isla Vista Arts (I.V. Arts)

Isla Vista Arts (IV Arts) will help support a variety of free and low cost events including films, theatrical performances, and other arts programs for students and members of the Isla Vista community. The fee will be used to advertise events, art showings, or performances relevant to students in the Isla Vista community. IV Arts will advertise its own events on its website, and will also advertise events to take place in Isla Vista, run by other university or community groups or organizations on the website, at no cost to the group or organization. The fee will be used for but not limited to the program costs of WORD: Isla Vista Arts & Culture Magazine, IV Live, Magic Lantern Theater, Shakespeare in the Park and Nuestra Voz. It will also be used to maintain staff positions.

Do you approve of mandatory fee increase of $2.00 per undergraduate student for Fall, Winter and spring quarter and $0.67 for summer to support Isla Vista Arts (of the $2.00 collected $0.50 is for return to Aid, $0.02 is for administrative fee, $0.04 is for the AS recharge fee and $1.44 will go to IV Arts); in the summer $0.67 (of the $0.67 collected $0.17 is for Return to Aid, $0.005 is for administrative fee, $0.01 is for the AS recharge fee and $0.48 will go to IV Arts)?

Pro Statement

No Statement Submitted

Con Statement

No Statement Submitted

2010 Spring GeneralElection Supplement

Presidential Candidates

Internal Vice President

External Vice President, Local Affairs

External Vice President, Statewide Affairs

Student Advocate General

Representatives-at-Large

Off-Campus Representatives

On-Campus Representatives

University-owned Off-Campus Housing

Party Mission Statements

2010 A.S. Reaffirmations

2010 A.S. Fee Initiatives

2010 Spring General
Election Supplement