Elections

Meet Your 2026–2027 A.S. Board of DirectorsPromotional graphic for the 2026–2027 Associated Students (A.S.) Board of Directors at San José State University. Headline reads “Meet the Board!” with A.S. Elections 2026 branding. Includes headshots and names of elected student leaders: President Ma’Kayla Akin; Vice President Shannon Lo; Controller Adi Tudelabkiti; and directors for Academic Affairs (Christina Shaheen), Business Affairs (vacant), Communications (Kimaya Ranka), Co-Curricular Affairs (Alec Lozano), Intercultural Affairs (Jimena Prieto), Internal Affairs (Tirth Thakkar), Legislative Affairs (Maxwell Fairleigh), Student Resource Affairs (Leilany Hernandez), Student Rights & Responsibilities (Melody Horoufi), and Sustainability Affairs (Krupa Makwana). Footer includes A.S. and SJSU logos, accessibility contact information, QR code, and link: sjsu.edu/as/boardhours.


The results are in! After a successful election cycle, we are proud to introduce the student leaders who will represent your voice, advocate for your needs, and shape the Spartan experience for the 2026–2027 academic year.

These elected officials serve as the governing council for the Associated Students, a student-owned non-profit dedicated to maximizing student life through leadership, advocacy, and campus-wide services.

Executive Officers

  • President: Ma’Kayla Akin
  • Vice President: Shannon Lo
  • Controller: Adi Tudelabkiti

Board of Directors

Our directors oversee specific areas of campus life to ensure every student has a seat at the table:

  • Academic Affairs: Christina Shaheen
  • Communications: Kimaya Ranka
  • Co-Curricular Affairs: Alec Lozano
  • Intercultural Affairs: Jimena Prieto
  • Internal Affairs: Tirth Thakkar
  • Legislative Affairs: Maxwell Fairleigh
  • Student Resource Affairs: Leilany Hernandez
  • Student Rights & Responsibilities: Melody Horoufi
  • Sustainability Affairs: Krupa Makwana
  • Business Affairs: Vacant

🗳️ Election Transparency & Results

We believe in a fair, ethical, and transparent democratic process. For a full breakdown of the voting data, candidate tallies, and certification of the most recent race, please view the document below:

👉 2026 Elections Official Results

Get Involved

While the main elections have concluded, your involvement doesn't have to! We encourage you to volunteer for the next election cycle to help shape the future of student leadership.

In the meantime, please check back soon for more information on upcoming opportunities.

Questions?

For more details on how to get involved, please contact the A.S. Student Government Office at (408) 924-6242 or email student-elections@sjsu.edu.


Associated Students of San Jose State University has been a student-owned and operated non-profit organization for over 100 years. We are committed to providing services and activities that enhance the opportunity to meet, recreate and maximize student life. Opportunities to get involved and obtain leadership skills are among our highest priorities.

The Associated Students (A.S.) Board of Directors represent the student body as their governing council. They are the voice of SJSU students and advocate on their behalf on campus, statewide and national issues affecting them.


Students' Elections Commission

Comprised of a mix of students and staff advisors, the SEC runs student government elections annually in a fair, ethical, and timely manner. Meeting weekly, promoting and implementing events and activities, and more, to help elect the A.S. Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Glerys “Rys” Gonzalez

Chief Elections Officer

Office Hours:
Tues: 10:30pm-12:30pm
Fri: 10:00am-12:00pm

Aura Ozturk

SEC Ethics Officer

Office Hours:
Mon: 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Tues: 3:00pm-4:30pm

Denise Guillen

SEC Events Officer

Office Hours:
Mon: 10:30am- 1:15pm
Tues: 1:30pm- 2pm

Deanna Amani

SEC Marketing Officer

Office Hours:
Tues: 10:00am-12:00pm
Thurs: 10:00am-12:00pm

Souad Ahmed

SEC Elections Consultant

Angela-Kate San Juan

SEC Elections Consultant

Office Hours:
Mon & Thurs: 12pm-1:30pm
Wed: 12:15pm-1:15pm

SEC Advising Team

Janely Pulido

SEC Advisor

Leadership and Government Coordinator, Associated Students

Dane Paul Andres

Interim Marketing & Communications Manager, Associated Students

Trinity Davis

Leadership Development Coordinator, Student Involvement

Andrea Manucat

Events Coordinator, Associated Students

Mira Hutton

Associate Director of Student Conduct and Ethical Development

Contact Us

A.S. Student Government Office,
Diaz Compean Student Union,
2nd Floor, Suite 2300
student-elections@sjsu.edu
Telephone: (408) 924-6242


A.S. Elections 2025: Important Documents

2026 A.S. Elections: Voter Information Guide

A.S. Bylaws [pdf]

Candidate Informational Documents

Elections Regulation Manual

Elections Timeline: Events and Important Dates

Grievance Form