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WCSC Membership

The Warren College Student Council (WCSC) is made up of both elected and appointed positions.  WCSC members are all Warren College students, dedicated to representing the Warren College student body on committees, through programming, and in decision making at the College and University level.  

We encourage you to meet the students representing you and learn more about their responsibilities.  If you have questions or feedback for your representatives, email wcsc@ucsd.edu.

 

The Executive Board

  • President of the Council

    President of the Council

    Aries Cole

    Responsibilities
    The President is the highest representative of the students of Warren College and is responsible for chairing the Legislative Council and the Executive Board. Additionally, the President attends meetings of the Leadership of College Councils and fulfills certain other functions.

    About Aries
    Aries has served as President of the Warren College Student Council since May 2024 following his election by the Warren Student Population. He is a third-year student majoring in Cognitive Science (B.A.) and Political Science/Data Analytics (B.S.). Additionally, Aries as a Resident Assistant in Goldberg Hall.

    Prior to serving as President, Aries previously served as Diversity Advocate and most recently as Director of Academic Affairs.

    Contact
    You can reach Aries at abcole@ucsd.edu!

  • Vice President, Internal

    Vice President, Internal

    Ghazal Saeedi

    Responsibilities
    The Vice President, Internal (VPI) is responsible for chairing the Internal Committee and assisting the President in the exercise of their duties. Additionally, the VPI chairs the Rules Committee and Appointments Committee. 

    About Ghazal
    Ghazal has served as Vice President, Internal since May 2024 following her election by the Warren Student Population. She is a second-year student majoring in Human Biology (B.S.). Additionally, Ghazal is an Orientation Intern for Warren College.

    Priot to serving as VPI, Ghazal served as the Residential Student at-Large.

  • Vice President, External

    Vice President, External

    Julianna Ybarra

    Responsibilities
    The Vice President, External is responsible for chairing the External Committee and assists the President in the exercise of their duties.

    About Julianna
    Julianna has served as Vice President, External (VPE) since May 2024 following her election by the Warren Student Population. She is a second-year student majoring in Business Economics (B.S.). She is also a Resident Assistant in the Rita Atkinson Residences.

    Prior to serving as VPE, Julianna served as Diversity Advocate.

  • Secretary of the Council

    Secretary of the Council

    Daniel Sitanggang

    Responsibilities
    The Secretary of the Council is responsible for the administrative affairs of the Council which include keeping records and taking minutes. Additionally, the Secretary renders advice to members of the Council regarding the affairs of the Council and serves as the Chair of the Policy on Ethical Spending Affairs Committee and as the Vice Chair of the Rules Committee.

    About Daniel
    Daniel has served as Secretary of the Council since November 2024 following his appointment by the Legislative Council. He is a second-year student majoring in Political Science/International Relations (B.A.). He further serves as the Director of Outreach and Membership of Model United Nations at UCSD and Treasurer of Moot Court at UCSD.

  • Finance Director

    Finance Director

    Mariah Arteaga

    Responsibilities
    The Finance Director is responsible for the drafting of the budget and liaises between the Council and the Warren College Business Office. Additionally, the Director chairs the Finance Committee and is responsible to the Legislative Council for the status of the budget and WCSC's account balances.

    About Mariah
    Mariah has served as Finance Director since May 2024 following her election by the Warren Student Population. She is a second-year student majoring in Sociology/Law and Society (B.A.).

    Prior to serving as Finance Director, Mariah served as the First Year Student at-Large.

  • Events Board Chair

    Events Board Chair

    Tatiana Valdovinos

    Responsibilities
    The Events Board Chair is responsible for chairing the Events Board and overseeing the planning and execution of events programming.

    About Tatiana
    Tatiana has served as Events Board Chair since June 2024 following her appointment by the Legislative Council. She is a second-year student majoring in Political Science/Data Analytics (B.S.). In addition to her role in Council, Tatiana serves as the Associated Students' Office of College Affairs' Director of Special Events, and as Warren College's Student Affairs Intern.

  • Director of Student Organizations

    Director of Student Organizations

    Alex Chen

    Responsibilities
    The Director of Student Organizations is responsible for chairing the Warren College Organizations Standing Commission and oversees the activities and functions of Student Organizations in Warren College.

    About Alex
    Alex has served as Director of Student Organizations since June 2024 following his appointment by the Appointments Committee. He is a third-year student pursuing a BA/MIA with a concentration in International Economics. Additionally, he serves as a School of Global Policy and Strategy Representative to the Graduate and Professional Student Association and is a Reserve Officer Training Corps Program Cadet Platoon Leader. Alex also served as a Warren Orientation Leader this past year.

    Prior to serving as Director of Student Organizations, Alex served as the Student Organized Voter Access Committee Representative and as the International Student-at-Large.

Internal Members

  • Associated Students Senator

    Associated Students Senator

    Faisal El-Khouri

    Responsibilities
    As the junior Senator representing Warren College in the Associated Students (AS) Senate, Faisal is responsible for attending Senate meetings and sits on the A.S. Senate Finance Committee.

    About Faisal
    Faisal has served as an A.S. Senator alongside William Simpson since February 2025, following his appointment by the Council after the expiration of the interim term of Senator Stephen Tong, who had stepped in after the resignation of Senator Nam Nguyen. He is a second-year student majoring in Mathematics-Computer Science (B.S.). Additionally, Faisal serves as the Deputy Director for Training in Model United Nations at UCSD and as the TritonMUN Under-Secretary-General for Committees.

  • Director of Academic Affairs

    Director of Academic Affairs

    Jia Aneja

    Responsibilities
    The Director of Academic Affairs chairs the Scholarship Committee and works to advocate for students' academic interests.

    About Jia
    Jia has served as Director of Academic Affairs since October 2024 following her appointment by the Appointments Committee. She is a second-year student majoring in Computer Science (B.S.). She served as a Warren Orientation Leader this past year and last year was a member of the Commission on Warren Spirit (COWS).

  • Out-of-State Student At-Large

    Out-of-State Student At-Large

    Responsibilities
    The Out-of-State Student At-Large is responsible for representing the interests of out-of-state students.

    About Ariel
    Ariel has served as Out-of-State Student At-Large since May 2024 following her election by the Warren College Student Body. She is a second-year student majoring in Bioengineering (B.S.). In addition to her roles in WCSC, Ariel is the Vice President of Programming and Philanthropy for Alpha Epsilon Phi, she is also in the Society of Women Engineers. She swims for UCSD's Club Team. She has also served as a Warren Orientation Leader this past year and is an Undergraduate Researcher at Cartilage Tissue Engineering Lab.

    Prior to serving as Out-of-State Student At-Large, Ariel served as the Student Mental Health Advisory Committee (SMHAC) Representative.

    Ariel is from Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts.

  • International Student At-Large

    International Student At-Large

    Nam Anh Nguyen

    Responsibilities
    The International Student At-Large is responsible for representing the interests of international students.

    About Nam Anh
    Nam Anh has served as International Student At-Large since October 2024, following her appointment by the Appointments Committee. She is a second-year student majoring in Mollecular and Cellular Biology (B.S.). In addition to serving on WCSC, Nam Anh served as a Warren Orientation Leader this past year.

    Nam Anh is from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

  • Residential Student At Large

    Residential Student At Large

    Leonardo Molina

    Responsibilities
    The Residential Student At-Large is responsible for representing the interests of the students of Warren who reside on the Warren campus. The officeholder is also the Chair of the Canyon Vista Halal Foods Committee.

    About Leo
    Leo has served as Residential Student At-Large since February 2025, following his appointment by the Appointments Committee. Leo is a first-year student majoring in Political Science/Data Analytics (B.S.). Leo is a member of the Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Fraternity and concurrently serves on the Events Board.

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    Commuter Student At-Large

    VACANT

    Represents the needs and concerns of Warren College commuter students and attends the All Campus Commuter Board meetings as the WCSC representative.

  • Transfer Student At-Large

    Transfer Student At-Large

    Caitlin Roeske

    Member of the Warren Transfer and Commuter Commission (WTCC). Shall represent the needs and concerns of Warren College transfer students in the All Campus Transfer Association (ACTA) and Transfer Student Services Committee (TSSC). 

  • Transfer Student At-Large

    Transfer Student At-Large

    Christopher Rodriguez

    Member of the Warren Transfer and Commuter Commission (WTCC). Shall represent the needs and concerns of Warren College transfer students in the All Campus Transfer Association (ACTA) and Transfer Student Services Committee (TSSC). 

  • First-Year Student At-Large

    First-Year Student At-Large

    Isha Varada

    Represents the needs and concerns of Warren College first-year students. Required to complete projects to meet the needs of first-year students. 

  • First Year Student At-Large

    First Year Student At-Large

    Nadia Yellepeddi

    Represents the needs and concerns of Warren College first-year students. Required to complete projects to meet the needs of first-year students. 

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    First Generation Student At-Large

    Leslie Trejo

    Represents the needs and concerns of Warren College first generation students. Required to complete projects to meet the needs of first generation students. 

External Members

  • Associated Students Senator

    Associated Students Senator

    William Simpson

    Responsibilities
    As the senior Senator representing Warren College in the Associated Students (AS) Senate, William is responsible for attending Senate meetings and sits on the A.S. Senate Legislative Committee.

    About William
    William has served as an A.S. Senator since May 2025 following his election by the Warren College Student Body. William serves alongside Faisal El-Khouri. He is a second-year student majoring in Economics (B.A.). Additionally, William serves as a manager for Made To Order at Triton Outfitters, and as the co-founder and fundraising advisor for Laundry Loads of Love.

  • Director of Public Relations

    Director of Public Relations

    Alexandra Barraza

    Shall be the official media contact for all WCSC-related matters. Shall establish and maintain connections with UCSD and Warren-specific media organizations in order to publicize WCSC events and actions among the Warren College and UCSD community. Shall strive to increase WCSC visibility.

  • Basic Needs Advocate

    Basic Needs Advocate

    Victoria Zisumbo

    Focuses on food and housing insecurity and how those issues affect Warren students. Develop ideas to address food and housing insecurity as well as other basic needs students have. Support Basic Needs initiatives in Warren College and Warren College Student Council. Coordinate with UC San Diego’s Basic Needs Hub

  • Diversity Advocate

    Diversity Advocate

    Negin Sanchez

    Focus specifically on issues relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion in Warren College. Encourage and expand Warren College Student Council’s efforts to create a more inclusive community on-campus. Advocate for programs or initiatives that support our campus community. Coordinate with UC San Diego’s variety of resource centers.

  • Sustainability Advocate

    Sustainability Advocate

    Paxton Smith

    Encourage student involvement in sustainability on campus and specifically in Warren. Give input on programming and resources allocated for projects to ensure low waste production and host environmentally friendly events/programs.

  • Civic Engagement Advocate

    Civic Engagement Advocate

    Benjamin Arnett

    Helps plan voter registration drives and encourages students to vote during election times. 

  • Health and Well-Being Advocate

    Health and Well-Being Advocate

    Karyme Mariscal

    Serves on SHWAB as the Warren College representative and acts as the liaison between SHWAB and WCSC. Plans various events to promote a healthy lifestyle and makes suggestions for different health ideas for students. 

  • Student Fee Advisory Committee (SFAC) Representative

    Student Fee Advisory Committee (SFAC) Representative

    Sonal Mahajan

    Serves as Student Fees Advisory Committee representative and acts as a liaison between SFAC and WCSC. Acts as the Warren College representative in the SFAC meetings, and participates in the discussions and decisions pertaining student fees and campus finance.

  • University Centers Advisory Board (UCAB) Representative

    University Centers Advisory Board (UCAB) Representative

    Elijah Cheng

    Acts as the liaison between WCSC and the University Centers Advisory Board (UCAB). Required to attend UCAB meetings to give input on the operations of University Centers like Price Center and the Old Student Center. Responsible for gauging student opinion on topics like reducing Price Center’s hours or potential new dining options.

  • Recreational Facilities (RFAB) Representative

    Recreational Facilities (RFAB) Representative

    Mickel Amaro

    Acts as Recreation Facilities Advisory Board (RFAB) Representative within Warren College Student Council, served as the Warren College representative in the RFAB meetings, and participated in the discussions and decisions pertaining to the campus recreational facilities.

WCOSC Members

  • WTCC Chair

    WTCC Chair

    Jasleen Sahota

    Serves as chair for the Warren Transfer and Commuter Commission and manages meetings for the commission.

  • WCFC Chair

    WCFC Chair

    Calliope Straeter

    Serves as chair for the Warren Concerts and Festivals Commission and manages meetings for the student commission. Provides direction for the annual Warren Live concert.

  • COWS Chair

    COWS Chair

    Oviya Senthil

    Serves as chair for the Commission on Warren Spirit and manages meetings for the commission.

Events Board Members

  • Events Board Secretary

    Events Board Secretary

    Leo Molina

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings. Leo records the meeting minutes for the Events Board

  • Events Board Creative Director

    Events Board Creative Director

    Skyler Britton

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings. Skyler manages creative aspects of Events Board's operations.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Madelyn Whalen

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Selena Wang

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Natalie Solorio

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Stefano Mantegari

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Ella Li

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Priscilla Lee

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Eddie Hurtado

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Emma Shum

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Gavin Valdez

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

  • Events Board Member

    Events Board Member

    Yutong Li

    Will be part of the Events Board, responsible for coordinating and planning events for the students of Warren College. Responsible for attending events put on by WCSC Events Board. Each member is responsible for planning and executing at least one event. Attends WCSC meetings as well as additional Events Board meetings.

Judicial Board Members

  • Judicial Board Chair

    Judicial Board Chair

    Matthew Goldberg

    Chairs the Judicial Board. Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.  Has membership in the rules committee.

  • Judicial Board Member

    Judicial Board Member

    Ryan Van Bruinisse

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.

  • Judicial Board Member

    Judicial Board Member

    Gaijin Holquin

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.

  • Judicial Board Member

    Judicial Board Member

    Brielle Madrigal

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.

  • Judicial Board Member

    Judicial Board Member

    Isabella McClaskey

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.

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    Judicial Board Member

    Roxana Contreras

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.

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    Judicial Board Member

    VACANT

    Responsible for hearing and dealing with judicial matters within Warren College Student Council, including conflicts of interest, disputes over rules, WCSC impeachment proceedings, and elections violations.