Who We Are
We the leaders of the Associated Students of Washington State University represent the diverse student population of Washington State University. ASWSUTC seeks to promote the well being of students by respecting the integrity, dignity, and worth of individuals, with the acknowledgment of differences. The association provides services and opportunities to the student body while maintaining a professional environment. Allegiance to these ideas requires those in positions of leadership within ASWSUTC to refrain from and to discourage behaviors, which threaten the freedom and respect every individual deserves.
Executives
The Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities Executives are the President and Vice President. They are elected in the General Election during the spring semester and serve from commencement to commencement of the following year. They are responsible for supervising the Directors, Senators, and Staff, and they represent the organization to the university administration, Washington Student Association, and the WSU Student Government Council. Their offices are located in the Student Union Building. Come stop by and say hello!
Hello everyone! I am a fourth-year college student seeking a degree in Nursing. This is also my third year serving in the ASWSUTC student government and will have the honor of leading this year’s team as ASWSUTC President. When I’m not at school, I like to spend my time with friends, crocheting and knitting, and I have a very large collection of water bottles.
Monday | By appointment
Tuesday | By appointment
Wednesday | 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thursday | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Hello! I am a Digital Technology and Culture Major pursuing a Minor in Business Administration. I am in my final year at WSUTC and have been a part of ASWSUTC for three years. My role has evolved from being a Graphic Designer to the Director of Marketing, and now I am honored to serve as the Vice President.
Monday | 2:10 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.
Tuesday | Noon – 2:50 p.m.
Wednesday | 2:10 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.
Thursday | Noon – 2:50 p.m.
Friday | 2:10 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.
Executive Staff
The ASWSUTC Executive Assistant is responsible for completing tasks that are assigned to her or him by the ASWSUTC President, Vice President, or Senate Pro-Tempore. This may include scheduling meetings, assisting directors or senators in their tasks, or sending out organizational emails.
Hi everyone, I am in my second year as a Business major with a focus in Human Resources. In my free time I like to go hiking and bake!
Monday | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Directors
The Directors within the Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities are the Director of Legislative Affairs and Director Marketing and Communications. They all serve different purposes, but their main objective is to improve campus life in specific ways. The Director of Legislative Affairs focuses their work on legislative efforts both on campus and in Olympia, plans Coug Day at the Capitol, and holds advocacy-based programs and events that further legislative processes on campus. The Director of Marketing and Communications creates all marketing for events and student opportunities held by ASWSUTC, runs our social media, and directs communication between ASWSUTC to help connect students to campus life. They all hold their office hours in the ASWSUTC General Office in room 104 of the Student Union Building. If you have any questions or want to share your opinion, please feel free to stop by!
Hey guys! This is my 3rd year as a Digital Technology and Culture major plus Business minor. I have been the designer for SEB these last two years and am happy to now be designing for ASWSUTC as well! I’m graduating this Spring and am beyond excited to make my last year at WSU an amazing one. Some things that bring me joy are crocheting, baking, playing video games, and of course listening to Taylor Swift.
Tuesday | 1:25 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Thursday | Noon – 2:50 p.m.
Hello everyone! I am a third-year psychology and pre-nursing student with a minor in Spanish here at WSUTC. Fun fact about me is I love to travel and capture pictures of nature on my hiking adventures.
Thursday | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Friday | 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Senators
The Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities have nine senators, made up of the six college-specific senators that represent students within their college, two University Senators that represent all students, and one Graduate Senator that represents graduate students. These nine senators make up the ASWSUTC Senate, the official policy-making body of ASWSUTC. The ASWSUTC Senate is responsible for representing and advocating for their constituents in response to student feedback, and working as a team to pass bills and resolutions that are sent to the WSU Tri-Cities administration to officially voice their support, concern, or opinion on a certain topic. Senators can be found holding their office hours in the ASWSUTC General Office in room 104 of the Student Union Building. If you have a way to improve campus, don’t hesitate to stop by!
Hey Cougs, Razan here and I am this year’s University senator. I am a Civil Engineering student on campus minoring in Environmental Science. A fun fact about me is that I enjoy going to community events and even got to participate in a local pageant last year! I enjoy being creative and am currently trying to get more into writing so any tips would be greatly appreciated. Go Cougs!
Tuesday | 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday | 3:20 p.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Friday | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Hey, Cougs! I am a business student, and this is currently my third year. Fun Fact: I love to spend time with the people I love.
Monday | 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
I am a 4th year Biological Sciences Major. I love tacos and pie. Fun fact: I love cats!
Monday | Noon – 2 p.m.
Wednesday | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Friday | Noon – 2 p.m.
I am a nursing student in my 4th year of school. I enjoy reading and stargazing. One fun fact about me is that I am terrified of spiders.
Wednesday | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Hello everyone, my name is Ivani Patel, and I’ll be serving as the Graduate Senator for the 2023 Fall semester at ASWSUTC. This is my first time in this role, and I’m excited to be part of the student government. I’m pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science, and I’m passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new programming languages and spending time with friends.
Monday | 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Hi! My name is Kidist, I’m currently a junior pursuing a bachelor’s in computer science and a minor in mathematics. Outside of school and work, I enjoy spending time with family/friends, reading, and participating in school activities.
Monday | 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
I am an elementary education student in WSU Tri-Cities, with endorsements in ELL and bilingual education. This would be my last year and hope to graduate in May 2024. A fun fact about me is that I love baking, especially anything cheesecake. A aspire to follow my own dream in becoming a teacher and make my parents proud.
Monday | 10 a.m. – Noon
Tuesday | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Hello, my name is Yasmeen Lagunas, and I am a business administration student at WSU Tri-Cities with a minor in wine and beverage business management. This is my third year of college and my second year being part of ASWSUTC. I like to paint, draw, and go out on picnics for fun. I am a very outgoing person with a smile at all times. I am always excited to help anyone.
Monday | 2:10 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday | 10 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
This is Leyla Gonzalez, I am the CAHNRS senator, and my office hours will be Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 and Wednesday 11am-3pm. I am a fourth year Viticulture and Enology major with a minor in Spanish and Horticulture. I like to paddle board and hike in my free time and a fun fact about me is I have been to 15 concerts!
Wednesday | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday | 4:20 p.m. – 5:20 p.m.
Judicial Board
The Judicial Board is charged with making sure all ASWSUTC Officers are following the Constitution and By-Laws. They have the power to hold hearings to keep officers accountable for their actions. The Justices also plan and oversee the general election as well as special and recall elections, if needed. Justices have office hours in the General Office in room 104 of the Student Union Building. Come by and say hello!
I am a pre-dental senior majoring in Biology. Some things I enjoy doing are exploring new places and trying new activities. I also love me some coffee!
Tuesday | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday | 12:30 – 2 p.m.
I’d like to travel the world and look into travel nursing when I graduate with my nursing degree. I enjoy weightlifting and playing sports like basketball and volleyball. I’m always open to new experiences and hobbies. I took a solo trip Costa Rica.
Wednesday | 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
I am a second-year business administration and psychology student on a pre-medicine track at WSU Tri-Cities. This will be my first year in ASWSUTC and I am also a Student Entertainment Board event coordinator and an officer for four different clubs. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, traveling, and spending time with my friends and family!
Monday | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wednesday | 11 a.m. – Noon