ALEC TONG

Position: Vice President of University Affairs

Slogan: Empower Your Voice

Instagram: @alectong

Candidate Statement: 

Hello, fellow Hornets!

As an ASI Student Government member, I understand the importance of effective leadership and the power of student voices. I have previously worked in the Sacramento Mayor’s office on homeless rehousing and in the California State Legislature advocating for Higher Education policy.

My name is Alec, and my platform is focused on 3 critical issues facing our student body:

1st, I will work towards a Safer Campus Climate. By implementing policies that foster campus safety, diversity, & inclusion. Every student deserves to feel safe and respected on our campus, and I will make sure that your voices are heard and acted upon.

2nd, I am dedicated to Preserving & Expanding Access To Financial Aid, as I know the challenges of paying for college. As your representative, I will ensure that all students have access to the financial resources you’ll need to succeed.

3rd, I will Invest In Student Basic Needs. I understand the importance of addressing food insecurity, housing insecurity, and other needs that impact student success, so that you may achieve your full potential.

My experience in ASI and work at the State Capitol on Higher Ed policy has gained me the skills and knowledge to be your effective student leader. As your representative, I will prioritize your needs and work to create a better campus community. You may see me campaigning everyday at the library quad, and I welcome everyone to learn more about my platform. I am committed to serving the student body, and I hope to earn your vote. Thank you!

COLTON C. CARVALHO

Position: Vice President of University Affairs

Slogan: Cool-Calm-Collected

Instagram: @

Candidate Statement: 

My name is Colton Carvalho, and I’m proud to announce my candidacy for the position of Vice President of University Affairs. I bring with me a wealth of experience, along with a drive for serving the student body that is unrivaled. In the years leading up to this moment, I had the privilege of serving as the Director of Communication for the Associated Student Body of American River College. During my tenure, I acted as liaison between the student body and the classified senate, addressing pressing concerns, working tirelessly to see that the voices of the student body at large were heard loud and clear.
As your Vice President of University Affairs, I am committed to recruiting talented, dedicated students to serve on committees. I will provide them with the tools and support needed to make a meaningful impact, ensuring that they are well-equipped to represent the best interests of our community every step of the way. I plan on working relentlessly to keep the ASI Board informed of the issues and concerns that arise on campus, seeing to it that we are always proactive in addressing the needs of our students. On April 12th and 13th, I urge you to make your voice heard, cast your vote for me. I hold great confidence that I am the most involved candidate available, to which I am excited to work with you to make our university a better, more equitable place for all.

Everyone has a story, and every single one of them is worth hearing. I look forward to hearing all of your stories in the years to come.
Sincerely, Colton Carvalho

ALEXANDRA ESTRELLA

Position: Vice President of University Affairs

Slogan: Together Empowered

Instagram: @_lexa_yeline_ 

Candidate Statement: 

Hello my name is Alexandra Estrella and I am running for Vice President of University Affairs. As a proud undocu-latina, double majoring in Political Science and International Relations because my goal is to work in education internationally through the United Nations. Knowing how politics work will help me understand how to create a more inclusive education system. While also advocating for human rights, immigration, and access to education. I am passionate, well organized, open minded, and optimistic.

I am running for office with the goal of making students feel comfortable and understand what they’re passionate about. I want to motivate students to join committees, so that we can advocate to create a better, more inclusive environment on campus. I will continue to prioritize empowering others because everyone deserves to be heard, but also understood. We come from different backgrounds, but we can work together to make sure the generations after us have a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable campus. 

I am a leader who prefers to take a step back and hear what everyone has to say to better understand and make informed decisions as a leader. 
 
Don’t be hesitant, Vote Estrella for VPUA!

SIDRA NAWAZ

Position: Vice President of University Affairs

Slogan: Vote Your Vision

Instagram @

Candidate Statement:

Hi Hornets! My name is Sidra Nawaz and I am running for Vice President of University Affairs. I am currently Sac State’s Legislative Affairs Coordinator. A major part of this role entails chairing Lobby Corps, an internal committee that makes policy recommendations to the ASI Board of Directors. Advocating to solve pressing higher education issues on behalf of Sac State students has been so rewarding that I intend to increase the impact of my student-centered advocacy by serving as your next VPUA. 

My vision for Sac State centers diversity, equity, and inclusion; it uplifts all students, regardless of their identities; it empowers students to believe they belong on the committees that make decisions which directly affect students. I will work tirelessly to recruit students to serve on our committees, and I will support them by providing the resources they need to be informed voting members. I will also ensure that the ASI Board addresses any and all student concerns that arise in committees. Because of my current role on campus and my past experiences in student governance, I know what it takes to serve as a student representative. 

As a first-generation Pakistani-American immigrant, woman of color, and transfer student, I come from a background that held many obstacles for me but also provided me with much privilege. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to run for this position, and that is why I encourage you to vote your vision, because ultimately, the person that fills this position is meant to serve you.