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.