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Jordan Nguyen De Anza College Student Trustee As a first-year De Anza student with a background in student leadership, club / student involvement, and advocacy, I plan on carrying developed collaboration, communication, and organization experience and skills to the student government. My previous experience in student involvement and communication motivates me towards advocating for beneficial student / faculty needs and policies, amplifying voices of the community and bolstering the communication between the board of trustees & FHDA community. As Student Trustee, I aim to work as a liaison between students and faculty of De Anza to the board of trustees, reporting frequent agendas to keep De Anza's community well-informed. I also want to advocate for greater student expression in district decisions and deliberations to give student voices a bigger say in decisions directly affecting our future. With my strong commitment and dedication, I plan to strengthen student aid and involvement with district and trustee decisions and plans.

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Yan Shan De Anza College Student Trustee I'm running for Student Trustee to connect De Anza College students with the district board. My experience as a member of my high school student council taught me how to represent student interests and communicate with school administration. As captain of my robotics team, I led us to two world championships and a first-place world-class award. This role sharpened my skills in communication, leadership, and collaboration, as I coordinated schedules, meetings, and worked with diverse teams. Additionally, hosting international teams like Mexico and Benin during the FISU World Cup strengthened my ability to work under pressure and represent my community professionally. If elected, I'll make sure student voices are heard at the district board, and work towards a transparent, responsive dialogue between students and the board.

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Dali Guerrero Fernandez De Anza College Student Trustee As a Latina and first-generation student, I am committed to ensuring that De Anza's policies reflect the needs of all students. My experience working with San Jose City Council on policy initiatives has given me firsthand insight into governance, advocacy, and decision-making - skills I will bring to the DASG Senate and the Board of Trustees. If elected as Student Trustee, my goal is to bridge the gap between students and college leadership, ensuring that our voices are not just heard but more importantly shape the decisions that impact us the most. A majority of the time policies are made without considering the challenges students face, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. I want to change that by advocating for increased funding for student programs and services, ensuring that all students-regardless of background-have the resources they need to be successful. Additionally, I will work to expand resources for first-generation and undocumented as well as international students, including increasing access to legal services, scholarships, and mentorship programs. With my background in policy and governance, I am ready to create meaningful change and ensure that every student has the support they need to thrive at De Anza!

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Elora Zhu De Anza College Student Trustee I am running for the student trustees because I want to gain a broader perspective and access to information beyond just the school level to improve De Anza and safeguard students' rights within the district. I am willing to put in the effort to enhance students' learning experience at De Anza. I promise to ensure De Anza Campus Programs operate well and facilitate school participate in more agreements (such as Transfer Students Network) to provide greater academic opportunities. I will also ensure students of all backgrounds receive fair treatment, encouraging communication and understanding, and promoting inclusivity and diversity on campus so that every student can receive the support they need to succeed. I pledge to voice students' concerns at Board of Trustees meetings and DASG Senate meetings, strengthening communication between students and management, providing timely updates and feedback on events developments.I will use platforms to keep students informed about campus events, enhancing students' engagement. I will maintain a humble and responsible attitude, always listening to students' suggestions and needs, be a helpful advocate for everyone.

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Madhav Shukla De Anza College Student Trustee My name is Madhav Shukla, and I am running for Student Trustee to be a strong, dedicated voice for every student at De Anza College. As Intra-District Council (IDC) Representative for Middle College at De Anza, I've represented Middle College students at the FUHSD level, advocated for equity initiatives, and served as a spokesperson for student needs. My roles as an intern on the DASG Finance Committee and a former intern in the Students Rights and Equity (SRE) committee have given me firsthand experience in budget deliberations, policy advocacy, and addressing systemic inequities. Additionally, as President of the Hardware Hackers Club and a Student Mentor in Mentors@De Anza, I've worked to foster collaboration, innovation, and peer support. These experiences have equipped me to advocate effectively, promote transparency, and ensure accountability in leadership. If elected, I will prioritize amplifying student voices by creating accessible feedback channels, improving campus resources by advocating for increased mental health services, academic support, and club funding, and advancing equity by supporting on-campus organizations to better serve their student groups. I am ready to fight for a De Anza that works for everyone, and I kindly ask for your support and vote in this election.

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Francesca Cacchione De Anza College Student Trustee Having served as student body president in both my Italian and U.S. high schools, being a national debate champion, and receiving a recognition from the Senate of the Italian Republic for empowering underrepresented students through tech, has equipped me with the skills to advocate effectively for students' needs and implement meaningful change. As your Student Trustee, I will fight to make sure international students, regardless of major, are finally able to legally get an internship during their F1 visa status, ensuring they have the same career prospects as local students. I will implement digital solutions to increase student participation in the decisions I have to make; I will collaborate with Foothill College and other CC to simplify the transfer process, offering important transfer classes that are not available at De Anza. I will work to fill a gap in our athletics program: restoring a cheer and dance team. I will advocate for equal opportunities for all students while ensuring consistent school funding and financial aid, no matter our current administration. As your future Student Trustee, I am committed to representing all students, making De Anza a more inclusive, dynamic, and opportunity-filled campus for everyone. Vote experience, vote Francesca.

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Maurice Growney De Anza College Student Trustee De Anza College is important to me, so I want to use my gifts and unique background to enhance the student experience. My metabolic disorder, PKU, made me not eat natural protein until I was 19. So, I know what it's like to not have access. I was born and raised in SF but began ranch work after high school. I have empathy for people with disabilities and know what it takes to live in diverse environments like the Bay Area. Though I have a disability and have been hungry for many days at a time, I am very privileged. I will use that to the advantage of our community. My varied life experience and abilities will equip me to successfully represent De Anza's students to the Board of Trustees. I am a good listener. We have two ears and only one mouth for a reason. My pragmatic mindset allows me to relay and understand information accurately. I am fluent in Russian and understand Spanish well, which has exposed me to many situations where transferring a message correctly is crucial. This all has made me an effective communicator, observer, and the best choice for this position.

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