ASGCC Elections

Tabitha Reardon

Hi everyone, my name is Tabitha Reardon, and I am a freshman studying psychology at Cuyamaca College. I'm currently your director of public relations for the 2025-2026 school year. With already having this role before, I understand what helps get students involved and keeps people informed. I've had leadership roles before in the past as well. I  was on the link crew ambassador board in high school, which helped me create communication and leadership skills that I still continue to strengthen to this day. I think I'd be a good candidate for president because I'm not just here to listen, I'm here to represent you. I genuinely care about our campus and our students. As director of public relations, I've worked to keep the campus updated and involved, but as president, I'd be advocating for your voices and needs. I'm committed to continuing building connections and engagement on campus!!

Isaac Valverde

Hi, my name is Isaac Valverde, and I am an electrical engineering major at Cuyamaca College. I
am also a cross country and track & field athlete and currently involved in Associated Student Government of Cuyamaca College as a senator. Being involved in ASGCC during the spring semester helped me better understand the responsibilities that come with student leadership, including planning events, attending meetings, and working together as a team. That experience motivated me to apply for the Vice President position because I want to continue becoming more involved on campus and helping students feel represented.
I am someone who is willing to learn, stay consistent, and push through challenges. As both a student athlete and engineering major, I have learned the importance of responsibility, teamwork, and time management, and I would bring those qualities into this position while helping create a positive environment within ASGCC

Rita Alaswad

Hi Coyotes! My name is Rita Alaswad, and I’m running for Student Trustee because I am committed to strengthening how students are represented, supported, and connected across our campus. Currently, as Club Coordinator in Cuyamaca’s Associated Student Government (ASG), I actively work with student organizations to plan events, address challenges, and turn student ideas into action. In this role, I collaborate with diverse groups and help lead campus initiatives, ensuring student voices are reflected in the decisions being made. This experience has strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, stay organized under pressure, and follow through on responsibilities that directly impact the student body. Beyond the campus, I am deeply committed to advocating for local underserved communities, particularly in improving access to education and equitable healthcare. In my work and volunteer experiences, I have supported individuals and families in navigating community resources across language barriers and understanding the importance of caring for the whole person and their overall well being. These experiences have shaped how I approach the role of Student Trustee, focusing on attentiveness, accountability, and representing the changes students want to see on campus. I understand that this role means not only representing students, but advocating for them in spaces where key decisions shape our college policies. As I continue my involvement in student advocacy, through the Student Senate of California Community Colleges and Associated Student Government, I am prepared to represent students’ values by being present, informed, and ready to advocate with purpose. With that in mind, my goal is to strengthen communication between students, faculty, ASG, and the school board while ensuring students feel informed, involved, and confident that their voices matter. Thank you for your support. I would be honored to represent you!

 

Yaritza Garcia

 

Hi, my name is Yaritza Garcia, majoring in Political Science. As a student myself I want to support and create further opportunities for students, let them know that they have a voice to help them thrive in their academic and personal journey here on campus. As a first generation Latina college student and part of the first Puente cohort at Cuyamaca I understand the challenges of seeking help,adapting to a new environment,setting goals, mentorship, or even creating a positive impact in our community. While also being a Political Science student I am deeply invested in civil engagement and student advocacy because representing others goals and voices like me and many of our students are what drives me to keep going within my career. I myself have begun to create an impact by attending the 2026 Pathways to Equity Conference, where students like myself are helping bring voices to state level advocacy, to create changes for current and future students who seek support by our academic institutions and college governments. Being a Student Trustee will fulfill more goals I have for my community and improvements to our institution. I recently became founder and President of the first Mock Trial club here at Cuyamaca. It has taught me the commitment and integrity it takes to get involved, leadership, decision making, experience with policy making, and importantly hearing and supporting my peers. I also contribute outside of my campus life, extensive volunteer work in city events, earning two internships helping students at local K-12 schools who need academic tutors, while also working at a law firm as an attorney assistant. Within my first year of college I have already begun to reach great impact for those around me and myself and becoming Student Trustee will fulfill more civic engagement, and innovation for students in our present and for the future. As Student Trustee I will be a significant contribution to foster support and representation I will give to Cuyamaca and our Associated Student Government.

 Makiely Barbour

Hey students! Do you like fun events, good energy, and activities that actually have a vibe? Then I’m your guy for Club Coordinator! I want to help create events that students truly enjoy and look forward to — events where everyone feels included, connected, and able to have a good time. My goal is to bring more excitement, creativity, and positive energy to our school through fun and memorable events. I want our events to feel alive, welcoming, and something students can talk about after they’re over. If you want better events and stronger student vibes, vote for me for Club Coordinator! 

Jasmine Rico

Hello! My name is Jasmine Rico, and I am a first-year student here at Cuyamaca College. I'm currently an English major at Cuyamaca College, building the writing foundation I will need as I transfer into a Journalism program and major at a four-year university where I can learn and practice my profession to earn my bachelors degree in journalism studies. Public Relations is based around building trust between an organization and its community. As a student at Cuyamaca with my intended goal in journalism, I understand how thoughtful communication shapes reputation and connection, which is precisely why I am applying for Director of Public Relations for ASGCC. My experience and passion speak directly to the requirements of this position. Through the Puente Program, I'm currently assisting in producing the first ever newsletter that entails details focused on the program with clear and structured writing, organization, attention to detail, and meeting deadlines which directly reflect the ASGCC's own newsletter requirements. I have also collaborated with faculty in organizing events like Puente's fall semester Mentor Mixer and volunteered in study jams, which have sharpened my ability to manage my responsibilities while staying accountable to a team. I believe that good public relations centers on listening and informing, which I plan on actively seeking out student concerns so that ASGCC's communication truly reflects the community it serves. I bring responsibility, organization, and genuine passion for storytelling and community-building to this position. I would be honored to serve my peers and community at Cuyamaca and hope you will consider me for this position!

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Gavin Busby

As someone who has been at Cuyamaca for 3 years now I care deeply about the people who get there education here. Every class I have been in I have tried to make the lives of all the people in them better. I believe that the best way to do this is by being a Senator. As a queer disabled student I know what it is like to be on the outside to feel isolated and one of the biggest things I would like to achieve with this position is give a voice to people who feel like they have none. I know that if I am elected to senator I will do exactly that. Not only because I have the personal experience but the professional experience as well I have worked with a local non-profit called CCR under the program Voices Rising. This program has honed my skills in connecting and knowing the needs of communities both on and off campus. I know that with this knowledge I will be the best informed for deciding how the policies we enact will affect all people who call Cuyamaca home.

 

Victoria Hood

Hi my name is Victoria Hood, I am a freshman at Cuyamaca and I am currently a psychology major. As a psychology major I spend a lot of time learning about why people feel unheard, and that is exactly why I am running for senator. I believe that student's voices and opinions should help shape our campus instead of being an afterthought and I want to be a part of making that happen. I have always had a passion for helping people and I would say that I am outgoing, empathetic, and relatively social. Throughout past experiences and volunteering at charity/social events, I have developed skills such as organization, determination, and accountability. I'd like to imagine that these experiences have prepared me to effectively and efficiently represent the student's voices as well as collaborate with others in ASG. I believe students deserve to feel heard and represented, and if I am elected for senator it will be my objective to make sure that happens. My goals include supporting student organizations, making it easier to access campus resources, and improving communication between students and administration. I am dedicated to being an approachable and devoted advocate for Cuyamaca's Associated Student Government, and I would be honored to serve as a senator while strengthening our campus and community

 

Sadaf Jawadi

My name is Sadaf Jawadi, and I am applying for the Associated Student Government at Cuyamcac College. I am motivated to represent students and ensure that their voices are heard in decisions that shape our campus community. I bring strong responsibility, dedication, and a willingness to listen and collaborate with others. I believe effective student leadership requires communication, fairness, and action, and I am committed to supporting initiatives that improve student life, academic success, and campus engagement. If selected, I will actively participate in meetings, contribute meaningful ideas, and work to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all students. I am ready to take on this responsibility and serve my fellow students with integrity and commitment

 

Elaina Jeansonne

My name is Elaina Jeansonne, and I was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, but I have lived in many places throughout the US and Baja California. I saw so much suffering that I felt obligateed to do something about it. But I was just a kid, and quickly was overwhelmed. I got depressed and made a lot of bad decisions. I thought I was powerless, but each of us has the power to change the world. Today, I am planting positive seeds, looking for opportunities to serve, and trying to be part of meaningful change.  The world is full of negative forces and I want to make sure that all students see campus as a place to escape from the division. I want each person to know that their voice will always be heard. A senator’s responsibility is to represent the will and needs of the people. If elected, I will focus on getting to know students, listening to their concerns, and understanding what they care about and what changes they would like to see on campus. If elected, I hope students will feel comfortable bringing me their ideas, concerns, and experiences. I want to work with the other members of the  ASG to ensure that each student has what they need to succeed. As a nontraditional student, I understand that different students face different challenges. My experiences are not the same as those of a student coming straight from high school, a student in their twenties, a parent, a veteran, or anyone else trying to balance school with life. However, even when our specific struggles are different, as humans, we all share basic needs. We all need support, and we all deserve a chance to succeed.

 

Urnina Mikhael

 

Hi everyone, my name is Urnina Mikhael, and I'm a student at Cuyamaca College currently working toward my goal of becoming a Dermatologist. I'm running for Senator because I want to play a more active role in improving our campus and making sure students feel genuinely represented. I believe one of the most important parts of this position is not just hearing student concerns, but actually taking action on them. I'm someone who is dependable, organized, and willing to put in the time whether that's attending meetings, participating in committees, or contributing to projects that make a real difference for students. I'm especially interested in helping create a more engaging and supportive campus environment through events, programs, and open communication between students and leadership. I want students to feel like their opinions matter and that there is someone advocating for them. Overall, I'm ready to take on the responsibilities of a Senator and be a strong, consistent voice for the student body.