Student Government Election Candidates

Spring 2024 Candidates

Presidential Debate

February 12, 2024

TIME: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: LBJSC, Teaching Theater, 4th Floor, Suite 4-16.1

Per the Student Government Code Title III, Chapter 102, Article I, Section 5 stating, "Within 48 hours after the filing period has closed, the Election Board will publicly disclose the following information on the Student Government website related to each candidate: name, position sought, major(s), registered agents, workers, and a statement of no more than 150 words. The Election Board will be able to restrict any false or misleading information."

Meet the Candidates

Will Moore

Presidential Candidate

Will is an Urban and Regional Planning major and Sustainability Studies Minor who sees a future where Texas State students have a say in the important decisions that affect their well-being and ability to thrive. Will aims to listen to students and use his capacity as president to speak and act on behalf of all, not a select few. A proven leader, he will place the needs of students above all, always prioritizing equity, safety, and sustainability.

Will currently works at the Institute for Government Innovation, a research center on campus. Here he helps Travis County conduct a climate vulnerability assessment of its facilities and services. He also serves on the San Marcos Zoning Board of Adjustments, and is actively involved in the Student Urban Planning Organization.

Will plans to conduct extensive outreach to a diverse range of student organizations, to hear new perspectives that are historically underrepresented in Student Government, and to find qualified candidates to serve on his cabinet.

Olivia Alexander

Presidential Candidate

Olivia is a junior from Houston, Texas majoring in Political Science. In addition to being a full-time student, she is also involved in local and state politics. She just recently wrapped up her first legislative session where she served as Legislative Aide for State Senator Bryan Hughes. Her youngest sister Evie was recently accepted into Texas State, so she officially has an all-Bobcat Family.

Nicole Collins

Presidential Candidate

Having served as a senator for a year, Nicole Collins has the experience necessary to serve as your next Student Body President. A junior studying criminal justice minoring in business administration, Collins wants to pursue a career in law enforcement after graduation. As the Committee Chair for Health and safety, she implements these passions by sponsoring and assisting in drafting legislation that aims to increase safety and wellness on campus, such as the resolution calling for increased safety in residence halls and the resolution calling for the reprioritization of athletic success after decisions were made regarding the football team endangered students. Creating a campaign prioritizing student health, safety, and inclusivity among students, Collins wants to strengthen relationships with UPD and make healthcare more accessible by increasing the amount of insurance providers accepted through the Student Health Center to expand health resources. She is extremely passionate about improving mental healthcare accessibility as well, wanting to budget for an additional therapy dog on campus.

Antonio Romo

Vice Presidential Candidate

Antonio Romo, a junior majoring in political science and minoring in psychology, is extremely dedicated to increasing a sense of community on campus through increasing school spirit by hosting more events and mingling opportunities for students. Having two jobs in addition to serving as a student government senator, he is no stranger to hard work. Antonio Romo is passionate about protecting health on campus, especially regarding drug-related injuries, having experienced the loss of a friend who passed away due to fentanyl. By providing free resources to students such as free drug testing kits, and expanding the availability and execution of NARCAN, he hopes to significantly reduce the amount of overdoses on and off campus. Romo is passionate about decreasing sexual assault crimes as well, wanting to provide free RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) courses in collaboration with UPD to students.

Donavan Brown

Vice Presidential Candidate

Donavan is a sophomore from Bandera, Texas majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science. When he isn’t busy studying, you can find him spending time with his fraternity, Beta Upsilon Chi, diving into the word and worship as a College YoungLife Leader, or scheduling meetings to create partnerships and sponsorships between Student Government and other departments or organizations. Donavan is currently looking into his summer plans, deciding between a summer engineering internship or serving as a Camp Counselor at Pine Cove.

Senators At Large

Abby Myers, Carolena Estrada, Dakota Autrey, Jordan Williams, Michael FIelds, Grace Tang

Full List of 2024 Candidates
LAST	FIRST	POSITION	MAJOR	CAMPAIGN AGENDA	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT	AGENTS
LAST Alexander	FIRST Olivia	POSITION Student Body President	MAJOR Political Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Collins	FIRST Nicole	POSITION Student Body President	MAJOR Criminal Justice	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Make healthcare more accessible on campus by partnering with the Student Health Center to offer free birth control and accept more insurance providers Encourage relationship with UPD by offering more self-defense trainings and Rape Aggression defense classes Increased visibility and awareness surrounding Drug and Alcohol safety to decrease overdoses and related incidents Encourage STI testing to slow syphilis outbreak on campus Increase the distribution of free NARCAN and Drug test strips to students Increase mental Health services and budget for a second therapy dog	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Emma Vega
LAST Moore	FIRST William "Will"	POSITION Student Body President	MAJOR Geography Urban & Regional Planning	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Create and publish university-wide land acknowledgment statement - Implement paper towel composting program in campus bathrooms - Increase Environmental Service Fee from $1 to $5 to generate funding for sustainable initiatives - Draft and publish steps and guidelines for establishing new Organized Research Units, to be accessible to all faculty and students - Propose new student committee for campus master planning - Advertise student senate meetings to broader campus community to increase student involvement and representation - Create outreach program for DACA high school graduates (currently only 5-10% attend college) - Rename Bobcat Stadium West shuttle stop to Stadium West/HEB to encourage students residing on or near campus to take the shuttle for groceries rather than drive and park a car - Consider the addition of a new stop at Guadalupe Street and Grove Street for Bobcat Shuttle routes 26, 46, and 56	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Brown	FIRST Donavan	POSITION Student Body Vice President	MAJOR Mechanical Engineering	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Romo	FIRST Antonio	POSITION Student Body Vice President	MAJOR Political Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Make healthcare more accessible on campus by partnering with the Student Health Center to offer free birth control and accept more insurance providers Encourage relationship with UPD by offering more self-defense trainings and Rape Aggression defense classes Increased visibility and awareness surrounding Drug and Alcohol safety to decrease overdoses and related incidents Encourage STI testing to slow syphilis outbreak on campus Increase the distribution of free NARCAN and Drug test strips to students Increase mental Health services and budget for a second therapy dog	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Emma Vega
LAST Autrey	FIRST Dakota	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Political Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA My campaign agenda is to give the student body a real platform for voicing their opinions and sharing ideas with the student government and governing bodies. In my opinion this is the area of Texas State that requires the most improvement and could make an incredible difference for the students and the university. I feel as though many members of student government, after being elected, assume and guess what the student body wants and needs but I want to change that. My plan is to give the people a platform. The role of the Texas State student government is to accurately represent and speak for the needs and wants of the student body as a whole. Due to Texas State's student body being so diverse I would represent these diverse needs by doing my best to listen and put myself in the shoes of these other students. Rather than falsely representing the diverse student population by guessing what they want, I believe a platform for students to talk to each other and representatives would be very beneficial. Because I want to represent my fellow students in the best way possible and bring new opportunities for their voice to be heard, I believe that makes me an excellent candidate.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Avellaneda	FIRST Pablo	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Management	CAMPAIGN AGENDA My campaign agenda is a bold and visionary plan to improve the lives of students. By enhancing the engagement of bobcats, I will create a more dynamic and inclusive environment that encourages learning and growth. Additionally, my efforts to improve the advertising of student services will ensure that every student has access to the resources they need to succeed. As part of Texas State's efforts to contribute to the San Marcos community, I plan to continue our involvement in various community initiatives. Additionally, I aim to create more employment opportunities on campus specifically tailored for students who are interested in work-study programs. I believe that my commitment to the community and student development will have a positive impact on both the university and the San Marcos community as a whole.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS Aubryana Henderson
LAST Awuah	FIRST Patrick	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Computer Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Batson	FIRST Jordyn	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Management	CAMPAIGN AGENDA I want to expand the accessibility to Student Government events and meetings to the public on social media platforms as well as display flyers around campus to bring more awareness to the student body's ability to attend Senate meetings and other Student Government events on campus. I would also like to help bring awareness to the accommodations for disabled students on campus. Mending broken door opening buttons, re-cementing ramps. installing weather safe mats, etc. will be a part of my principles/initiatives.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Bauer	FIRST Aeric	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Psychology	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Make healthcare more accessible on campus by partnering with the Student Health Center to offer free birth control and accept more insurance providers Encourage relationship with UPD by offering more self-defense trainings and Rape Aggression defense classes Increased visibility and awareness surrounding Drug and Alcohol safety to decrease overdoses and related incidents Encourage STI testing to slow syphilis outbreak on campus Increase the distribution of free NARCAN and Drug test strips to students Increase mental Health services and budget for a second therapy dog	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Emma Vega
LAST Black	FIRST Haley	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Dance	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Estrada	FIRST Carolena	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Journalism	CAMPAIGN AGENDA approve resources, satisfy needs for not just bobcats but the San Marcos community, and implement school spirit and tradition.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Fields	FIRST Michael	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Political Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Accomplish political ends in an efficient and speedy manor. Listen with an open heart and mind and respond with the proper measures that benefit the student body as a whole.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Fuzy	FIRST Layla	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR International Relations	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Make healthcare more accessible on campus by partnering with the Student Health Center to offer free birth control and accept more insurance providers Encourage relationship with UPD by offering more self-defense trainings and Rape Aggression defense classes Increased visibility and awareness surrounding Drug and Alcohol safety to decrease overdoses and related incidents Encourage STI testing to slow syphilis outbreak on campus Increase the distribution of free NARCAN and Drug test strips to students Increase mental Health services and budget for a second therapy dog	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Emma Vega
LAST Long	FIRST Adam	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Computer Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Clubs & Student Life: -Support and provide more resources for student-led clubs. -Provide more adequate funding for student-led sport clubs. -Provide more opportunities for students to represent themselves creatively. Quality of Life Improvements: -Develop a single page resource guide for first-year students' to assist them in their transition to TXST. -Advocate greater flexibility for students during leaves of absence. -Advocate for an anonymous professor reporting system (regarding quality of teaching). -Be a liaison for STEM & Technology issues. -Revamp quad recruiting/outreach to allow better traffic flow. -Advocate for better university communication on issues affecting students.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Luna	FIRST Jocelyn	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Interior Design	CAMPAIGN AGENDA My agenda for Texas State is making it a healthy and productive community through in and through out. Doing more as a community and being able to bring others out of their shell who haven’t gotten to experience the full engagement of college, for students to understand TXST is safe and willing to do more all around. As someone who struggles with anxiety and getting out of my comfort zone this is something I would never fill out or even look twice at doing and I want others to feel like they can get out of their shell and do things they would never expect to do, surprising themselves. I know a lot of people who are struggling to make friends and put themselves out there as I am one of them I want to be able to go to students and help them to know they’re not alone and reach out.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Malinak	FIRST Abigail	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Marketing	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Manzanares	FIRST Alexis	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Political Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA 1.) Student Housing and Safety: Address concerns related to student housing Advocate for improved safety measures on and around campus 2.) Financial Transparency and Student Funding: Ensure transparency in student government finances Advocate for responsible use of student fees 3.) Student Rights and Advocacy: Advocate for student rights on both academic and non-academic issues Establish a student advocacy committee or promote student government 4.) Inclusive Campus Culture: Foster diversity and inclusion initiatives Organize cultural events and celebrations Support student organizations that promote inclusivity 5.) Environmental Sustainability: Implement recycling programs and waste reduction initiatives Advocate for sustainable practices in campus operations 6.) Accessible Facilities or Collaboration with Disability Services: Advocate for the implementation of a more accessible campus Work together to address individual student needs and implement inclusive policies	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Myers	FIRST Abby	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Psychology	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Bobcat Engagement Freshman Involvement Improved Resources and Access to Resources Organization Partnership Additional Promotion of the organization itself	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Ramos	FIRST Marisa	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Criminal Justice	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Tagert	FIRST Jacob	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Pre-Business	CAMPAIGN AGENDA R - Refresh - Rejuvenate internals of Student Government E - Engage - Engage Students on campus F - Functionality - Ensure proper function of the Senate to represent Bobcats efficiently, i.e. incentivize creative ideas through legislation R - Remember - Remember Bobcat Pride, i.e. Bobcat traditions!! E - Educate - Educate Bobcats on what Student Gov can do for them, Freshman Council/Freshman Internships with Exec S - Scholarship - Expand Student Governments Scholarship offering H - Help - Expand the Bobcat alumni network to help with Jobs post graduation i.e. Bobcat LinkedIn To empower all student voices at Texas State University.	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Alliance	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jim Demczak
LAST Tang	FIRST Grace	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Health Sciences	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Building A Future for Texas State 1. Student Advocacy and Representation: Strengthen the voice of every Texas State student by actively seeking input and feedback. Establish regular open forums and town halls to address concerns and ideas from the student body. Work towards a more inclusive and diverse representation within the Student Senate. 2. Academic Excellence and Support: Advocate for resources that enhance the overall academic experience, such as updated library facilities, expanded tutoring services, and increased study spaces. Support initiatives that promote mental health awareness and provide resources for students facing academic challenges. Collaborate with faculty to address student needs and improve the overall quality of education at Texas State. 3. Campus Sustainability: Push for sustainable practices on campus, including recycling programs, energy-efficient initiatives, and green spaces. Work towards reducing single-use plastics and promoting environmentally friendly policies. Support student-led sustainability projects and organizations. 4. Campus Safety and Wellness: Collaborate with campus police to enhance safety measures and ensure the well-being of all students. Advocate for improved lighting, emergency call boxes, and increased security presence in key areas. Promote mental health awareness campaigns and work towards expanding counseling services. 5. Student Accessibility and Affordability: Advocate for affordable textbook options, open educational resources (OER), and resources to address food insecurity. Work with campus administration to explore opportunities for reducing student fees and increasing financial aid options. Support initiatives to make education more accessible for all, regardless of financial background. 6. Campus Culture and Inclusivity: Promote diversity and inclusion through events, programs, and policies that celebrate the richness of our student body. Support cultural organizations and events that foster a sense of belonging for all students. Collaborate with campus organizations to address issues related to discrimination and promote a respectful campus culture. 7. Technology Integration: Advocate for improved Wi-Fi connectivity, technology infrastructure, and access to modern software for academic purposes. Support initiatives to enhance online learning resources and promote digital literacy. Collaborate with IT services to address and resolve student technology-related issues promptly. 8. Community Engagement and Outreach: Strengthen the connection between Texas State students and the local community through service projects and partnerships. Support initiatives that foster a positive relationship between the university and the surrounding community. Encourage students to participate in community events and engage in civic responsibilities. Together, let's shape the future of Texas State University. Your support will empower students to be a dedicated advocate for students, fostering a campus environment that thrives on inclusion, innovation, and excellence. Vote Grace Tang for a brighter and more student-centric Texas State!	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS N/A
LAST Williams	FIRST Jordan	POSITION Senator, At-Large 2-year	MAJOR Exercise & Sports Science	CAMPAIGN AGENDA Transportation and Parking -Have pay to park garages being at lower fee for students. -Have unutilized parking spots available for students -have more designated free parking areas for student -Extend days and times for shuttle service -Free red parking pass giveaway at each home game -Continuation of the student safety escort program -Patrol of on campus/dorms/sorority houses in the evening hours -Continuation of Night Safety Walk Day partnership with UPD to identify the unsafe spots around campus as well as funding to place blue emergency lights around campus Support for Bobcats -Increase promotion and access to the new and existing resources for mental/physical health -Have social/game nights throughout the semester where you can meet bobcats who have similar interests to you. -Propose funding and promotion of minority student organizations as well as sororities and fraternities -More inclusiveness, Promotion, and Support of Minority Student Organization events -Promotion of more sexual education by the university -Propose free STD/STI testing and safe sex resources for all bobcats -Increase the funding and inclusiveness for ODS-registered students -Extend Hours for academic support services i.e: Study/Slac, writing center, tutoring etc.. -Bring back LGBTQ+ Alliance Program available for Faculty and Students -Propose funding for NPHC Recognition Plots -Propose more renewable energy resources around campus like more solar-powered outlets etc. -Propose lower cost for athletics fee	ALLIANCE OR INDEPENDANT Independent	AGENTS Campaign Manager Jewel Harris