Tyrone L. Carter, Chair
usuboardchair@csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Senior
Major: Psychology & Africana Studies
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, Black Male Scholars, M3 Minority Male Project, Educational Opportunities Program (EOP), Revolutionary Scholars Project
Since arriving on campus, Tyrone has interacted with many professors, students, and staff members and learned that his voice matters. As the BOD Chair for the USU, he pledges to be a passionate advocate for the student body. Having experienced trauma and injustice in life, Tyrone is appreciative that he has developed a resilience of mind and empathy to suffering that has provided him with an enhanced appreciation for hope, optimism, and serenity. His vision as BOD Chair is to foster a healthy environment that allows each CSUN student to shine by providing space for discourse and development on all levels.
Stephanie Barboza, Vice Chair
usuboardvicechair@csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Junior
Major: Marketing & Chicanx Studies
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, Dreams to Be Heard, Revolutionary Scholars
Stephanie is a first-generation student from the San Fernando Valley. Serving as the BOD Vice Chair, she is passionate about advocating for culturally competent resources that directly impact students. She is dedicated to being a voice for students and educating them about all of the existing resources the USU provides.
Matthew Contreras, Student Representative
Chair, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
matthew.contreras.37@my.csun.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Junior
Major: Journalism
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, USU Diversity and Inclusion Committee, The Queer Collective, Model United Nations
Matthew is committed to serving underrepresented populations in his community and is passionate about social justice issues. He strives to give back to the University Student Union with a strong commitment to leadership. One of his goals this year is to better connect CSUN students with resources available to them on campus.
Melanie Alvarez Rojas, Student Representative
Co-Chair, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
melanie.alvarezrojas.603@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Junior
Major/Minor: Political Science/Community and Civic Engagement
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, USU Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Hermanas Unidas
Melanie uses her passion for social justice and past involvement with the USU’s Diversity and Inclusion committee as a platform to advocate for cultural diversity. She is determined to be the voice for CSUN students by pushing for more inclusivity to enrich the college experience for everyone. Melanie makes sure to voice her opinion for underrepresented communities and works hard to make change that will continue to benefit future generations here at CSUN.
Giselle Reyes, Student Representative
Chair, Facilities and Commercial Services Committee
giselle.reyes.765@my.csun.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: 2nd Year Grad Student
Major: Education Leadership & Policy Studies
Involvement: USU Board of Directors
Giselle has participated in several areas of student involvement and leadership that have led her to this exciting and honorable position. She is here to continue to help CSUN students find their own path and lead them to success!
Ayana Galves, Student Representative
Co-Chair, Facilities and Commercial Services Committee
ayana.galves.190@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Freshman
Major: Biology Major/Africana Studies Minor
Involvement: USU Board of Directors
Ayana is a CSUN Freshman and first-generation African American student. She strives to promote community throughout the university while helping the USU become a safe space for all students. One of her main goals is to give all CSUN students a voice within the USU.
Tammy Rassamekiarttisak, Student Representative
Chair, Finance Committee
tammy.rassamekiarttisak.739@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Senior
Major: Public Health & Asian American Studies (Double Major)
Involvement: Asian American Studies Pathways Project (AASPP), Associated Students Senator for the College of Health and Human Development, New Student Orientation and USU Board of Directors
Tammy would like to ensure that the USU serves the interests and needs of the students where they can feel a sense of community and belonging. She would like to create an inclusive, fun, and personal growth-enhancing environment to support student academic success and professional development through events and programs. Her career goal is to become a pediatrician.
Albert Martinez, Student Representative
Co-Chair, Finance Committee
alberto.martinez.982@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: He/Him/His
Year: Senior
Major: Chicana/o Studies
Involvement: EOP Admissions Outreach Intern, Resilient Scholar and USU Board of Directors
Albert shares a commitment to helping marginalized and underrepresented populations of former foster youth and the formerly incarcerated. He exercises his leadership skills around the campus and also actively participates in outreach to the most underserved communities. He is dedicated to being an advocate and role model not only to those who relate to his experience, but also those who are in pursuit of fulfilling their dreams.
Catleya Maralit, Student Representative
Chair, Personnel Committee
catleyanovette.maralit.719@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Senior
Major: Systems and Operation Management & Asian American Studies
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, EOP DREAM Center, and Asian American Studies Pathways Project (AASPP)
Catleya is committed to advocating on behalf of CSUN students at the University Student Union to the best of her abilities through increased efforts to create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community. She hopes to empower others to become involved at CSUN and utilize the many resources the University and the USU have to offer. After graduation, Catleya aims to continue to advocate for students while exploring graduate education.
Arrah Enaw, Student Representative
Co-Chair, Personnel Committee
arrahebot.enaw.452@my.csun.edu
Gender Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Junior
Major: Computer Engineering
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, National Society of Leadership and Success
Arrah desires to make sure all student voices are heard by working to ensure their suggestions on how to improve campus life are taken into consideration. This is her second year on the Board of Directors and she is very pleased to represent CSUN students. She plans to attend medical school after pursuing her bachelor’s degree in computer engineering.
Debra L. Hammond, Executive Secretary
debra.hammond@csun.edu
Shelley Ruelas-Bischoff, University Representative
shelly.ruelas@csun.edu
Sharon Eichten, University Representative
sharon.eichten@csun.edu
Gabriella Nguyen, Staff Representative
gabriella.nguyen@csun.edu
Marquita Gammage, Faculty Representative
marquita.gammage@csun.edu
Carroll Brown, Alumni Representative
Diana Vicente Santiago, Associated Students President*
president@csunas.org
*This position serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors and is not eligible to vote.
Gender Pronouns: She / Her / Hers
Year: Senior
Major: Marketing
Involvement: USU Board of Directors, Associated Students
Diana currently serves as the Associated Students (AS) President for CSUN. She is passionate about giving students a platform to voice their opinions and a safe space to grow. This year she hopes to develop new services within AS that will allow for affordability, progress and advocacy.
