Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Overview

NIKITA AKHUMOV

NIKITA AKHUMOV

Position: Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Slogan: Leaders Who Listen

Instagram: @nikita4_directorofssis

Candidate Statement: 

My name is Nikita Akhumov and I am running to be your Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies! I believe I can create meaningful change as your next Director by centering student voices as the basis for our college’s decision-making, being open and inclusive to all student input, and striving for equitable and empathetic leadership on campus. As Chair of the College Democrat’s Campus Action Committee, I saw firsthand how the diversity of our University makes Sacramento State a truly great community. It’s critically important to fight for an equitable environment at Sac State by persistently advocating for all of the diverse perspectives on campus, to ensure no student ever feels left behind. I’ve seen the courage and passion we bring to the table when we unite our voices in advocacy for each other; as an organizer of the Student March Against Sexual Assault, I was inspired by the solidarity our Sac State community showed with survivors, and our determination to end sexual assault on campus. As a working student from a low-income background, I saw the importance of including the food pantry on class syllabuses and fought in the Faculty & Student Academic Senates to spread awareness about this vital resource. Experiences like this are what made me realize the importance of student involvement in campus policymaking. Issues faced by students go unresolved because their experiences aren’t fully represented in decision-making. I will strive to make sure your experiences are represented as your next director.

ISABELLA JIMENEZ

ISABELLA JIMENEZ

Position: Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Slogan: Lets Be the Best

Instagram: @Isabella.Jimmyy

Candidate Statement: 

Hello, my name is Isabella Jimenez. I am a 3rd year here at Sac State and I am running for the Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies Director. In my experience of being a student of the Social Sciences department and delving into my studies, I have learned how important it is to receive proper representation. Representation dedicated towards ensuring that your career as a student will have all its needs met as well as a safe environment that will be adequately maintained. This past year I have joined the Legislative action committee and we are currently advocating for the push of 5 different legislative bills. I have also been occupied with coaching children during their developmental ages. I have worked as a gymnastics coach for over a year now, and being exposed to kids for several hours a day has made me realize the importance of being the best we can be. At our best, we create the best environment for our next generations and ourselves. I can assure you I will be dedicated towards sustaining an environment where students will receive generous investment with the intent of supplementing personal development. This general investment will be executed by proper legislative enactments and as a guide for students as they go through the hurdles of education.I will act as a helping hand through representation and as a personal guide for students in need of support. On April 12th and 13th, I would be honored to receive your vote, and in doing so will represent you the best you possibly could be.

LILLIAN WEESE

LILLIAN WEESE

Position: Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Slogan: Community First

Instagram: @

Candidate Statement: 

Hello my name is Lillian Weese and I am a California Native from the Wukchumni tribe. I am running for Director of Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies as a Political Science major. I have worked closely with the Ensuring Native Indian Traditions club, also known as ENIT. I have a strong passion for Ethnic Studies due to my strong belief in self identity. I am a strong believer in self advocation, and am currently working along side ENIT on planning an event for this spring focusing on that. I would like to get to know the different majors within SSIS and help with their needs as well. What I love about this school is the sense of community and I want to strengthen that. I want people to feel comfortable and confident reaching out for help from both student help and faculty.

REBECA CERVANTES

REBECA CERVANTES

Position: Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

Slogan: Empathy & Integrity

Instagram: @

Candidate Statement: 

My name is Rebeca Cervantes and I am running for Director of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies. I am currently involved in two ASI internal committees, Diverse Women in Political Science, and the Pre-Law Phi Alpha Delta fraternity. My involvement in both ASI and outside clubs has given me a broad view of the inner workings of our university. Beyond my personal knowledge and experience, I will empathize in order to understand to the full extent the needs of the students of SSIS. I will make sure all students have the resources to be properly informed at all times. I will use my position to amplify the voices of students so commonly overlooked. Finally, I will do all of this with the utmost integrity. I believe that anything less would be a failure on my part. I promise the students of SSIS that if elected, I will not fail you.