ASI STUDENT GOVERNMENT VICE PRESIDENT CANDIDATE:
PRESIDENT CANDIDATE: NATHALIA RAYGOZA
Major: Political Science
Minor: Pre Law | Class Standing in Fall 2026: Junior
CANDIDATE STATEMENT:
Hi Dolphins!
My name is Nathalia Raygoza, and I am running for Vice President. I am a sophomore Political Science major with a minor in Pre-Law, and I am a first-generation Latina student. This year, I currently serve as the Director of Operations for Student Government, where I gain experience supporting students and their needs.
Through my past experiences as a Disability Accomodations and Support Services (DASS) note taker and my advocacy work with Best Buddies nonprofit, I have seen the impact of supporting others, and I want to ekho students' voices. I want to continue that advocacy here on campus, making sure all students feel included and supported.
Being in university, many of us feel uncertainty, anxiety, and fear while trying to figure things out. I understand those feelings, and I want to ekho students' voices, so no one feels alone in that process.
I am running because I want to make sure no one is left behind. Everyone should feel comfortable getting involved in both academic and extracurricular activities that enhance the students experience.
Everyone deserves to feel like they belong here and that their voice matters. I am committed to representing students and making sure their voices are heard.
CANDIDATE PLATFORM:
Transparency & Student Voices
- Send out surveys to gather feedback and share it with campus partners.
- Make Senate agendas and minutes accessible.
- Record short videos, like “Senate in a Minute,” to highlight important topics and inform the student body.
- Make a video explaining what Senate is and its role for students.
- Adjust the time Senate meets to make it more accessible for all students.
Campus Engagement & Community
- Collaborate with events like Late Night Eats and library Kahoot activities.
- Table during university hour in high-traffic areas to connect with students.
- Support sports teams and campus fundraisers.
- Partner with clubs to host events and promote student involvement.
Basic Needs & Student wellness
- Collaborate with Basic Needs to advocate for free or low-cost medical services.
- Ensure students have access to essential resources to succeed academically and personally.
- Support nontraditional students by visiting different centers, such as the commuter lounge.
- Promote inclusive campus initiatives and awareness days.
- Check and support campus spaces, for example keeping wipes available in the gym and monitoring library hours.
Advocacy for student resources
- Work with campus departments to expand access to student support opportunities.
- Ensure students have the resources needed to succeed academically and personally.