2007 Spring General
Election Supplement


Off-Campus Representatives


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Molly-Kate Lenahan - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I'm Molly-Kate Lenahan and I'm running for the position of Off-Campus Representative. As a 2nd year Communications major & Sports Management minor, my involvement in UCSB has mostly consisted of intramurals, NORML, Gaucho Locos (support of Club and UCSB sports), and the Greek system as the External Vice President of my Sorority. I could sit here and list off a million other things I've done on and off campus, but this is what you as a voter needs to know about me:

  1. I'm doing this because my heart is in it (not to build my college resume)
  2. I'm a normal UCSB student just LIKE YOU-I love the beach, going out & partying, & I absolutely love our Isla Vista lifestyle.
  3. My main goal is for UCSB students to benefit from Associated Students (AS) funding NOW by giving a majority of the money to clubs, associations and events that students can enjoy here on campus (instead of spending money at the national level)

What you need to realize is how powerful student's opinions are and how big of an impact AS has at UCSB. Those elected are going to make BIG changes & it's important to make sure that they really care about, listen, understand & represent the thoughts of the students. Ultimately, I want to make sure that UCSB remains ridiculously fun yet socially aware. If you'd like to contact me, facebook me or email me at mollyleno7@umail.ucsb.edu. WELCOME TO THE PARTY UCSB!!


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Paula Reever - Students' Party

Hey UCSB! My name is Paula Reever and I want to be your Off-Campus Representative next year. I am here to address your concerns with life on and off campus and to have A.S. support you in everything you do!


I have experience on Hall Council, planning and executing activities for students. In addition, I am involved in my sorority, which has allowed me to see how valuable community service is with community relations in Isla Vista. With the efforts of all student groups on campus we can create a coalition of student organizations that will help unite the campus and improve life for everyone!


I want UCSB to retain the fun and social atmosphere it has but also expand the best things that this amazing school has to offer so that more students know about them and can access them. The Students' Party is here to represent the student population and to get your ideas heard!


I want to serve you as an Off-Campus Representative to improve the quality of life for everyone and to create a more inviting community for students! VOTE STUDENTS PARTY!


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Rachel Lorencz

I love UCSB. I am pretty sure it is one of the happiest places on earth. There is something about this place that is special, whether it is riding your cruiser to campus, walking to campus point, or just talking with friends on campus. This place exudes smiles and happy faces in a way I have never seen anywhere else. And that is what makes this place so special to me. I never want UCSB to lose its unique feel that drew me here in the first place. I want to keep this place happy, which means keep the students happy. I want to represent you because I know what it is like to be frustrated about paying for rent, tuition, and booksÑand not having the money for it. Fee increases exasperate me and I truly want to do everything I can to try and get them lowered, not just for UCSB but for all the UC students. I care about this community, this school, and most of all, you guys. But I also know that what happens around the world affects us here, and as college students, we can change things. It only takes a few people to make some big changes. Will you give me the chance to be one of those few?


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Matthew Selle - Squirrel Party

The one thing I have come to appreciate over my time at UCSB is the friendships I've made and the interactions I've had with my fellow students and our community. This is the one thing we will take with us wherever we go in life. College is a time to discover who we really are and what we really enjoy in life. We can achieve this by not only getting involved with the activities on campus, but also branching out to what the community has to offer. As a third year, I hope to provide opportunities for all students to become involved with communities and organizations in the area, but I will also work to bring our surroundings to us. I'm running for Off-Campus Representative with the Squirrel Party; a party that aims to represent every student's need. It's time to give our council that extra umph it needs to be great. Let's have an awesome year and vote Selle.


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Sinead Kennedy - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What's up Gauchos. I understand that no one wants to read a whole paragraph, so let me just sum up a few things for you:


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Teresa Vargas - Students' Party

Hello to all! Saludos! So my name is Teresa Vargas and I am eager to be next year's Off- Campus Representative for the happy community of Isla Vista. As a humble and open minded person that I am, I want to be at the disposal of the community for any concerns it may have. And as a happy resident of Isla Vista I will gladly listen to you all and take your words into action!


Are you tired of being harassed? Tired paying high tuition fees? Tired of paying and insane amount of rent? Tired of divisions among organizations? Anybody want to see change? Well if you are tired and want to see change you should definitely vote for me, because

Keep in mind that as a UCSB student and resident of I.V your concerns are my concerns, so let's work together for the prosperity of our community and our education. Vote for Teresa Vargas, Students Party Off-Campus Rep.


Remember "Your Choice...Your Voice"... "Tu voz es tu voto"

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Jennifer "Jennie" Beeson - Students' Party

Hey UCSB! My name is Jennifer "Jennie" Beeson and I would be honored to be your Off-Campus Representative next year. I am a third year Political Science and Women's Studies double major, committed to making our campus truly "a place for everyone". I would love to have the opportunity to represent our student body through Associated Students and be part of making our student government more accessible and diverse to the entire student body.


I feel very passionate about working to make UCSB a more diverse campus. As your Off-Campus Representative, I want to work on lowering student fees to make our campus more accessible and affordable. I also want to work on reaching out to more diverse communities through Student Initiated Outreach, while also working on the issues that are affecting the multiple communities of different races, classes, genders, sexualities, and abilities on our campus.


For the last year I have served as the Anti-Racism Community Intern at the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity and a Co-Chair to the Associated Students' Queer Commission. I have also worked with the Multi Cultural Center and The Student Commission on Racial Equality focusing on issues of diversity. With all the work I've already been a part of, I am ready to commit to representing the student voice and put all my efforts into following through to make some positive improvements on this campus that I love and appreciate whole-heartedly. To make your student government work for you, vote for me and Students' Party!


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Ana Contreras - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I would like to thank you for taking time out of your busy day to vote in this years A.S. Elections. My name is Ana Contreras and I am running for off-campus representative with the Open People's Party. As a first year I was shocked to see many issues that were affecting you, the students. I feel that the following two issues are among the most important. They are:

I am currently involved in hall council as the Health Advocate Chair and the PPSA club. I feel that these two involvements have prepared me for my roll of representing you in the upcoming school year. If elected I promise to fight for the rights that you as the students of UCSB deserve. I will not sit back and relax; instead I will take action on issues that will benefit each and every one of you. With three more years at this wonderful and beautiful institution I want to make sure that things flow smoothly and progress in the positive direction. Therefore, a vote for me is a vote for a better tomorrow. OPP and I are here for you. "Welcome to the Party UCSB!"


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Christopher "Chris" Meltzer- Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What's up UCSB? My name is Chris Meltzer and I am hoping to be one of your off-campus representatives for next year's Legislative Council. Why should you vote for me?


As a first-year student at UCSB, I am taking full advantage of everything that it has to offer: the academics, the campus, and of course, Isla Vista. I know what it is like to come to this campus and feel the urge to have a lot of fun and connect with the community on a daily basis. During the summer I did the Freshman Summer Start Program (FSSP) where I got involved with my hall council and helped put on the "Isla Vista Block Party", which was a community outreach program that primarily benefited students at the Isla Vista Elementary. Taking the next step at the beginning of the academic year, I got involved with the Residence Halls Association, where I was appointed the position of Programming Vice President, where I get to DJ and organize events.


So you have heard all about me, but what about you? You want to hear what I will do for you, right? As an off-campus representative, I will make sure that your opinion counts, that your voice will be heard, and that you feel like you can come to OPP with anything because our door is always open. I will represent you to my fullest ability and make sure that you have the greatest time of your life during your stay at UCSB.


WELCOME TO THE PARTY UCSB, VOTE OPP!

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Nina Salvador - Students' Party

Hello, my name is Nina Salvador, and I'd like to be your off-campus representative.


Let me tell you why. I'm an Environmental Studies major, and I got my start in the AS Environmental Affairs Board (EAB). While I'm an environmentalist, I'm not a hopeless idealist, and I understand that in the real world, compromises have to be made, and all sorts of people have to work together to get things done.


I have a lot of experience in leadership roles. I'm currently the publicity chair for EAB, and the chair of the decision-making committee for The Green Initiative Fund. I've got a lot of practical experience with logistics and getting concerned people all together in a room and talking - which is harder to do than it sounds!


I'm also concerned with fiscal responsibility. I've been a working student throughout my three years at UCSB, and I know how it feels to scrape and save to pay for textbooks, or to eat instant ramen all week to save money for that special date. If you elect me, I will make sure we consider as many alternative sources of funding as possible before asking the student body for money, and will vote for funds to only be given to groups and causes that will use them well, and for the greatest benefit of the student body at large.


I live in the Student Housing Co-operative. (Go Newman Co-op!) If I'm elected, my door will be open to any student who wants to talk to me about anything in AS. If you want to talk to me today about what I will do for you if elected, contact me at nina_salvador@umail.ucsb.edu or at (925) 413-3327. I'd be glad to listen.


Vote Students' Party!

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Jessica Hurd - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello UCSB! I am Jessi Hurd and I would like to be one of your off-campus representatives. Many of you may have seen me, but have not yet gotten the chance to get to know me. I am currently involved with both AS and RHA. I do volunteer work and community service activities.


I chose to run for this position because I believe that I represent many student viewpoints. I am open to values which I may disagree with. I will gladly and willingly discuss my stance on any issue with anyone. I believe that both our campus and Isla Vista communities are a wonderful place to live and to learn, but I do recognize that there are problems within which must be addressed. I am completely opposed to using either Facebook or MySpace as a method of rooting out policy violations within residence halls. I am against parental notification of student violations. In IV, I think that housing conditions need to be improved and that our landlords need to be kept from perpetual rent-hikes. I believe that IV is generally a safe space and that that safety is created in part by IVFP, however the patrol must also be accountable for their actions, and at times I believe that their focus is on the wrong problems. I want better and easier parking for all students.


If you have any questions feel free to message me on Facebook or to send me an email.


Be sure to Rock the Vote!

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Liz Buda - Students' Party

Hey UCSB! I'm Liz Buda and I'm running to be your Off Campus Rep for next year. I'm a second year film studies major and I am fully dedicated to making our campus and local community an even more amazing place. I'm all about IV. I'm a true Isla Vistan at heart and I plan to fight to make our community better (Tenants' Rights, Recycling, etcÉ), while at the same time celebrating the truly amazing aspects of Isla Vista through more community based events. Also, I'm here to fight for our student rights. The administration needs to know that the student body does not support fee hikes or decisions made without consulting the students themselves.


Through my involvement in groups that better UCSB and Isla Vista, I have shown how important the community is to me. I'm very involved in Chilla Vista, the group that puts on those interactive, sustainable (and awesome) festivals. I'm also the external coordinator for STAR (Students Teaching Alcohol and Other Drug Responsibility) and a voting member of IVCRC (Isla Vista Community Relations Committee).


Most Importantly, I'm here to represent you. Feel free to email me at Thelizbuda@gmail.com. Let's bring out the best in UCSB, so vote Students' Party and make change happen!


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Patrick "Good Guy" Cahill - Students' Party
Where are all the "good guys" you may say,
Well my name is Pat Cahill and, if I may,
Re-Introduce myself as "the good guy" at UCSB,
I have some plans, and here's what they be:

If elected as Off-Campus Representative I will: So, in a nutshell I want UCSB be to a fair, safe, clean, and cheap place for students to enjoy their prime years. VOTE STUDENTS' PARTY!

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Jhovany "Vote for me because I'm cool, and I'll try hard, and some of you know me" Corona

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Gabriela Murillo - Students' Party

Hey UCSB! My name is Gabriela Murillo and I am running for off-campus rep. Why vote for me? Well, I'll go straight to the point and hopefully you will be able to see the great integrity and commitment I have to make sure that your opinions and thoughts are represented in the legislative council.


I am a first year pursuing a degree in political science and communications. This past year I have focused my involvement on our A.S. Student Lobby. I have also gained experience by working with the A.S. External Statewide Affairs staff to aim for a higher education access and affordability for students. Working and being in the environment of this past year's Associated Students has really inspired me to go deeper into student government, to me this means MAKING A DIFFERENCE in your lives right here at the university!


As a prepared individual and future resident in I.V. next year, I already have visions of personal commitment to improve off-campus life (tenants rights and relations with the IV patrol), enhancing the transportation pathways on and off campus (especially lighting for security), and decreasing student fees (tuition and other on-campus fees).


Next year, I going to continue my involvement in statewide affairs, but also be here for you. So please vote for me and in return I will be here to hear you out and make decisions at council that will favor and better your lives while going to school here at S.B. VOTE STUDENTS PARTY!


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Lucia Diaz - Students' Party

Dear UCSB students,


My name is Lucia Diaz and I am running for one of the off-campus representative postions for the 2007-2008 school year. I'm sure you are wondering why you should vote for me and to help answer this question I would like to let you know why I wish to run for an Associated Student's position as well as what I consider to be criticial issues that the students face in UCSB. I feel that AS has a great deal of potential and strength to address many of the concerns of the students and improve several isues facing the student body. I feel I can bring up your concerns to the platform and will put up a fight to ensure that those concerns are heard. Some of the issues I feel strognly about are the following

  1. Increasing the student of color admissions and retention rate
  2. Wokring towards stopping the UC fee increases
  3. Working on putting up lighting on campus to ensure the safety of our students
  4. As well as working to make Isla Vista a fun and safe community

If you feel that any of the above are important issues that must be worked on, remember to vote for me, Lucia Diaz and Student's Party!


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Catherine "Cici" Uy - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello Gauchos! My name is Cici Uy and I would love to be your Off-Campus Rep. next year. I am a third year Biology major who lives in IV and loves UCSB for all it has to offer.


During my freshman year at UCSB, I was an active member of RHA serving on both Manzanita's Hall Council and the Residence Hall Review Board. I concentrated more on school my sophomore year, thinking I wanted to go to Medical School (but that idea ended quickly). Now I am in my third year and finally realized my passion lies in student government and leadership, which is why I am running for A.S.


Although I have not held a position on A.S. yet, I have already dedicated myself to the position from the minute I decided to run. I've been researching what Associated Students is all about and have even attended some of their Legislative Council meetings on my free time. I want someone on that council to represent your wants, your needs, and your priorities because it is YOUR money.


Those that know me would tell you in a heart beat that I am self-motivated, dedicated, and hard working. I promise you that whether or not I am elected, I will be involved with A.S. next year because I genuinely care about the success and future of UCSB and its students.


Let's make the changes UCSB needs together. Feel free to e-mail me at ciciuy@umail.ucsb.edu with your thoughts! Welcome to The Party!


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Kathleen Miner - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey Gauchos! My name is Kathleen Miner and I am running for Off- Campus Representative with the Open People's Party. I am a transfer student majoring in Sociology with a minor is Sports Management. Although I haven't had the opportunity to work in student government yet, I bring an intense desire to represent each student's voice. As a fellow student, I am aware of the challenges we all face. From figuring out how to pay for college, finding a place to live and trying to add classes, college can be a confusing yet fun time. I want to take care of the issues that affect us all and help make U.C.S.B. the very best that it can be.

You might be wondering why you should vote for me as an Off- Campus representative. As a member of the A.S. Academic Affairs Board, I helped bring you all those awesome finals kits last quarter. I am also passionate about the need for diversity in the student population. A diverse opinion allows for better solutions. Also, the need for financial accountability is essential for our student government. I will work to make certain that the money that students entrust to the Associated Students will be spent on student issues and beliefs. I am for the students and will fight for issues that relate to you. Remember, our door is always open to any questions and concerns you might have.


Are YOU down with O.P.P? VOTE O.P.P. April 23rd -the 26th!

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Iris Hanu - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello fellow UCSB students! My name is Iris Hanu and I'm running for Off-campus Representative. You're probably wondering why you should vote for me so I'll list some reasons:


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Husayn Hasan - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB how's it going!? My name is Husayn Hasan and I am running with the Open People's party for the position of Off Campus Representative. I'm a first year Business Economics major who is interested in fighting to make UCSB a better place and representing student voices in the large complex university system.


From playing on the Black Tide Ultimate Frisbee Team to having worked in RHA for the past year, I have observed the student body however it was only a brief look since I only dealt with students living in the Residence Halls and intercollegiate athletes. I want to not only represent them but also in addition represent more of the student body and becoming an Off Campus Representative would allow me to do just that.


When I represent you, the student, I believe that representatives should be accountable for their actions, fiscal responsibility, lowering tuition, acquiring campus wide wireless internet access, and focusing on the community and the students, which are the most important things. I believe that our money should be spent on what we, the students, want and not what the government or university wants.


All I need is a simple checkmark by you on your computer to fulfill all of our goals and wishes in making UCSB a better place.


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Zachary Skigen - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey there UCSB! My name is Zach Skigen, and I am a junior Middle Eastern Studies major running to be your off campus representative with the Open People's Party. I've lived in IV since my first year at UCSB and I want to represent the students living in our community.


I have strong bipartisan support from many members of AS and the campus; last year I was the Chief of Staff to AS President Chaz Whatley, of Student's Party. I also served as the chairman of the AS Technology Committee. As a two time member of the UCSB Model Arab League team, I am extremely familiar with parliamentary procedure, which will help me serve you better on the AS Legislative Council. I've also been a member of the UCSB Campus Democrats since my first quarter at UCSB and am dedicated to progressive issues like reducing student fees, increasing financial aid and lowering textbook costs.


In addition to improving the fiscal situation on the Leg Council and the Campus, I am dedicated to improving the IV community by expanding community oversight and communications with the Foot Patrol, expanding the number of sidewalks and streetlights, and improving the parking situation on and off campus.


Thanks for reading, and I hope to have your support!

Welcome to the Party.


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Sara Giardina - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello! My name is Sara Giardina and I'm running as an off-campus representative with Open People's Party.


As a soon-to-be senior, I have had three amazing years here at UCSB to learn how the school runs and to become involved in both my university and community. I have participated in running several organizations, including hall council, Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternity, and some community service projects. My time spent here has been incredibly rewarding, and I feel that it is important to give back to this unique, diverse institution and my peers, who have made such an impact in my life.


If elected, I will focus all my energy to make sure that YOUR student funds are spent responsibly, work to keep Isla Vista a safe and fun place for ALL people that live here, and improve campus communication to make sure that EVERY voice is heard. My fellow members of OPP and I are unequivocally committed to hearing your voice and working on the issues that matter to you.

So vote for me, and vote OPP!

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Ingrid Avison - Students' Party

As I hope all of you have come to notice, our campus and IV community (and hopefully the entire universe!!!!) have started to address and realize the importance of the sustainability of our environment. As an off-campus representative, I will be a part of UCSB's contribution to this awesome progression. Through my involvement in the Environmental Affairs Board (EAB), I will serve as a liaison between Associated Students and EAB in order to keep environmentalism roaring at an increasingly remarkable pace.


Did somebody say tuition fee increases? Yup, that's what I thought. Enough is enough.


Our country is at war and my involvement with the Peace Out movement has given me the passion to no longer simply point an apathetic finger at the government but rather get up and help facilitate the step toward peace. I will support and help advance this progression toward peace.


My involvement in hurricane relief work has exposed me to issues such as racial, queer, and gender segregation. Our world is not a perfect place, but every new moment is our chance to turn it all around. Give me the opportunity to help facilitate the changes that you all want-vote Ingrid Avison for off-campus representative. Oh, and don't forget about the rest of my amaaaazing slate...STUDENTS' PARTAAY! woot woot!


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Daniel "Dan" Plotkin - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello Gauchos, my name is Daniel Plotkin. I am a second year Middle Eastern Studies major here at UCSB. Please take a moment to glance at the extracurricular activities I have participated in giving me unique leadership skills and an education on diversity that my opponents cannot match:

Being a Middle East Studies major I have immersed myself in knowledge of one of the most conflicted regions of our world. It has given me an understanding and respect for the democratic system our country has successfully employed, that most take for granted. It gives me the drive and passion to serve as your off campus representative, emphasizing fiscal responsibility with a disdain for party politics that may have hindered AS's ability to operate this past year. It is my guarantee that I will work for the money AS has acquired to directly improve the life of the students on this campus today. I hope to one-day make a difference in the Middle East, I know I will make a difference here at UCSB.


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Michael Ibbetson

Hey everyone I am Michael Ibbetson. This is my second year at UCSB; I am a Mechanical Engineering major.


When reading about the Legislative Council's actions I tend to become frustrated. That is why I am running for Associated Students; I want to be a voice for everyone who wants to be heard, and be a different voice on the council. If elected I plan to stand up against extra fees and wasteful spending, as well as stand up for skateboarding around campus and any other issues you as a voter want me to stand up for.


I want to be a voice for the average student, the student who is here to learn, have fun, and enjoy their college years. So I think you should vote for me and then after you do, tell me what you want and tell me the ideas you have for our school. I will pass them on to the council and do everything I can to get your ideas the most attention possible.


I want to be here for you so...ya, VOTE FOR ME. Thanks

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Pratish Patel - Students' Party

Hey all you Gauchos. My name is Pratish Patel and I would be honored to represent you as you're Off Campus Representative. I am a first year Business-Economics major running with Students' Party. I am currently the Multicultural Awareness Chair for the Santa Rosa Residence Hall, and have been involved with leadership my entire life. I am someone who you can count on to represent all of you no matter who you are. I will be your voice and will make sure that your thoughts and ideas are respected and taken into consideration regardless of your background.


UCSB is an outstanding university with a great academic program, a wonderful location, and beautiful people (aka you). The only thing we need is someone to represent the community equally and really bring out what this campus has to offer. I have an immense passion for what I do and think that I would be a great person to represent everyone. Win or loose I plan on getting involved to ensure that you can make the best out of the time you spend here at UCSB. So just remember the only way to predict the future, is to create it. Vote Pratish Patel for Off Campus Representative and vote for Students' Party!


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Matthew Weisner - Students' Party

Hey everyone, my name is Matt Weisner and I'm looking foreword to representing our Isla Vista community as an off-campus representative next year. As a 2nd year student pursuing degrees in political science and Spanish, I have been involved in improving social awareness and the well-being of the community in several ways over the past two years.

As a staff writer for the Daily Nexus, I brought you the latest on the Conquest evictions as well as many other local stories that have helped keep the student body informed.

As an officer of the UCSB Campus Democrats, I worked as a part of the 2006 non-partisan voter registration drive to get students registered to vote throughout Isla Vista and UCSB.

I also served on Hall Council, where I planned and executed several events, teaching me that programming success depends on the input of my peers and fellow students. A few issues I will tackle when elected:

  1. I believe in the right to an affordable education and will do everything possible to stop the most recent fee hikes, which worsen the burden on students and families.
  2. I will fight for a Just Cause Ordinance in Isla Vista to prevent arbitrary evictions by landlords who are willing to kick families or students out of their long time homes only to make another dime.
  3. The safety of our community is a priority, and I will work on projects like improving lighting on campus and installing public bathroom facilities on D.P.




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