Jerry Kennedy

Position: Director of Arts & Letters

Slogan: Representation 4 All

Instagram: @jerrykennedy_4_asi

Candidate Statement:

My name is Jerry Kennedy, and I am running for ASI Director of Arts and Letters. I am a first time/first generation college student, and I am living proof that it’s never too late to achieve your college goals. I want to use my experience as a member of both the LGBTQ and disability communities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion on our campus. As a student of both History and Anthropology, I make it my aim to practice anti-racism and intersectional feminism on a daily basis because I know the damage that occurs when those practices are missing.

My priority as Director of Arts and Letters will be to engage with, listen to, and represent the interests of all of the student constituents of the College. I am a proud transfer student, and during my time at American River College I had the privilege to serve as Director of Finance for the Associated Student Body and as President of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society. This past year, I have been fortunate to serve as President of the Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society here at CSUS. These experiences have helped me to develop a collaborative leadership style, working with my peers and constituents to build something together that none of us could have accomplished on our own. At ARC that meant passing legislation that offered specific, measurable support to several marginalized groups on campus, and that is an experience I hope to duplicate at Sac State.

It is my sincere hope to meet you, to hear your concerns, and to earn your vote on April 16 and 17. Please reach out to me so that we can make time to chat. I want to hear what’s on your mind!