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Major: Political Science
Minor: Communications pathway in public communication and advocacy
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Member

Having grown up with immigrant parents, American politics was never a topic of discussion in Kristina’s home. When Kristina took her first government class in high school, everything was very foreign but incredibly fascinating. Kristina instantly fell in love with the topics she learned about and felt drawn to major in political science. She now plans on going to law school after college.

Kristina is also a member of Pre-Law Women of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, a community that helps women pursue a career in the legal field.

Major: Social Science Studies
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Chair

Christian Casarez is the President of the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Sociology Society, a proud member of Philosophy Club, and a research assistant for Professor Grant's Screen Discourse Lab. He is looking forward to going to grad school for Sociology and is excited to see what the future holds.

Major: History
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Chair

Kahleia has always found that she has an affinity with history. She has always loved looking at the past and seeing its lasting impact on the world we live in. As a big proponent of people learning from the past, she aims to have her research findings presented either in the digital sphere or through museum exhibitions, places that are accessible to the general public. She works as a research assistant for the History department, looking at the impact of the American empire in the Philippines. When she is not combing through dusty books in the library, she interns at Wooldridge Law Firm and works as a Birthdays Presenter at the Discovery Children's Museum. Though she's not clocked into anything, she is probably playing video games or buying another My Melody for her collection.

Major: Political Science
Minor: Brookings Public Policy
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: President

Nicole is serving her second year as the President of the Dean’s Student Advisory Council (DSAC) for the College of Liberal Arts, advocating for student interests and helping create a stronger, more supportive community. Her passion for advocacy and justice has also driven her involvement with the ACLU Nevada student chapter, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ People Power, where she has served on the executive board for three years. Nicole believes that a supportive environment is essential for individuals to succeed, and she emphasizes the importance of informing students about resources that empower them in their academic and personal journeys. She is also passionate about the power of policy as a crucial tool for advocating meaningful change in the community. Aspiring to pursue a Juris Doctor after graduation, Nicole hopes to bridge gaps for those unfamiliar with legal processes and create a more equitable system.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Family Studies
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Committee Member

Chris is a senior at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ planning to graduate in May of 2025. He is currently majoring in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies, in hopes of one day becoming a marriage and family therapist. His goal is to eventually open up his own practice in San Diego, and offer therapy to couples, families, and single individuals. Chris works part-time as a Lead Peer Mentor for the College of Liberal Arts COLA 100LA Program, and is also a member of Psychology Club and the International Honor Society in Psychology at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Major: Psychology
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Committee Chair

Noelani chose to major in psychology because being able to understand people and their habits is such an integral part of any job, especially in the medical field. On the surface, bedside manners and being able to empathize with people seems easy, but those skills can be difficult for many to master. She believes that her major can strengthen her existing skills and better prepare her for her career goals and future in psychiatry.

Major: English
Minor: Spanish
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Chair

Brooklyn chose to major in English and minor in Spanish because she finds language to be beautiful. To her, it represents the desire to connect with others and understand other people. She loves the ways people use language and how it is constantly evolving to keep up with modern needs. She also enjoys how language allows her to herself in stories and other vital forms of expression.

Brooklyn is also the copy editor for Beyond Thought Creative Arts Journal.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Sociology and Family Studies
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Betzabel has been very involved on campus. She has been a member of First Generation Club, Feminist Club, and Psychology Club. She is active in PSI CHI, Psychology National Honor Society, and is a peer mentor for the College of Liberal Arts. She is also a part of the Love Yourself Foundation as the Administrative and Outreach Coordinator. After graduating, she hopes to go to grad school to be a school counselor or for higher education. During her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family and watch movies/series.

Major: Anthropology & Public Health
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Member

Thomas is a fourth-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. With a keen interest in forensic anthropology, Thomas is particularly interested in the ways nutrition impacts the skeletal system. Combining his interests in anthropology and public health, he aims to explore how health interventions can be informed by skeletal analysis. After completing his undergraduate studies, Thomas plans to continue his education, aspiring to earn a Ph.D. to further his research in the intersection of public health and anthropology.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Family Studies
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Member

Jordyn is a Psychology major with a Family Studies minor. She is interested in becoming a couples and family therapist, especially working with young women through their challenges while emerging into adulthood. Jordyn is dedicated and passionate in aiding others in bettering themselves.

Major: Psychology
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Member

MJ am an active part of psychology club, frights club, and disability club. It is their first year at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and they are excited to get to work with amazing people and get to connect with fellow peers and staff.

Major: Political Science
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Committee Member

Kelechi is a sophomore studying political science here in the College of Liberal Arts. He has been a member of DSAC and the RPR committee since fall of last semester and has enjoyed every minute of it. Kelechi is also involved in the Rebel Events Board and CSUN student government here on campus, and is always willing to talk to those who come up to him. He hopes to eventually go to law school and become an entertainment law attorney, working to elevate the lives of artists and athletes.

Major: English
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Chair

Brooklynn is an English Major who is passionate about connecting to her community and is interested in pursuing a career in law and becoming an entertainment lawyer. She loves crafting and learning languages. Outside of DSAC she is a member of the The Warrior Queen Project: A Women's Empowerment Program, and is a peer mentor for the college of Liberal Arts. She considers her favorite days to be when she curls up with a good book and her flame point Siamese Halley.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Sociology
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Committee Member

Having been born and raised in the City of Las Vegas, Brandon recognized early in his life that 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ was a place that he would someday want to call home. However, as a descendant of a once lower-income family, a student who struggled throughout grade school, and a thought-to-be problem child early in his life, college life was not meant to be in the cards for him. With childhood hopes of one day becoming a Division 1 athlete, Brandon would come to find his true life's purpose later in life and learn how to take his life into his own hands; flipping the script, he sought to help others recognize their own purpose and provide them with a voice while at the same time inspiring and motivating them to go after their true aspirations. Now a third-year psychology undergrad and a new member of DSAC, Brandon hopes to use his platform and life experiences to continue along his life's journey, providing resources to those in need, as he had once been, and serving the community he grew up in and continues to call home.

Major: Economics
Minor: Political Science
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Vice Chair

Adi is a Peer Mentor for the College of Liberal Arts. She is involved in Mock Trial, Economics Club, Undergraduate Law Review, and The Huellas Mentorship Program. She is passionate about helping students in the College of Liberal Arts find their place at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. After graduation she plans on pursuing law school.

Major: History & Political Science
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Member

Ryan is a first-generation Freshman currently pursuing a double baccalaureate in History and Political Science with the Liberal Arts College and the Honors College, with intentions to go to law school and pursue a career in the legal field. It was in high school that he began his interest and exposure to the legal field when he sought the opportunity to apply, in a real-world setting, legal concepts taught in the magnet law program offered at Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Preparatory Academy (LLPA) in North Las Vegas. It was also in high school that he had a passion for community service and advocacy efforts, in addition to continuing to be a source of reliable information that I came across to share with my many colleagues. Since High School, he has been interested in exploring various opportunities in the local legal community and academia. Ryan continues to be exposed to the legal community by entering as a second-year mentee with the Boyd Law Schools’ La Voz Huellas 4-tier Mentorship Program as he took part in several networking occasions, as well as soon-to-be member with the Phi Alpha Delta (PAD) International Law fraternity. He is currently involved in several extracurriculars at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ that would nurture my motivation to be engaged with community partners and students. For the 2023-2024 school year, Ryan is a member of the FYE’s First-Year Experience Roundtable and the SLL’s Navigators Mentorship Program. He is also a Mentor at my high school with the TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) pre-college program associated with the Center of Academic Enrichment & Outreach Office (CAEO). As a mentor, Ryan assist high school students with disadvantaged backgrounds to help them reach their plans for post-secondary education and career goals and share my transition experience to college. This includes guidance in FAFSA and college applications, assisting and organizing college tours, and providing relevant resources and sources of information that help nurture a pathway for the student. Lastly, he am currently volunteering with the Rebel Event Board (REB) to set up their school year events.

Major: Philosophy
Minor: History
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee

For a few years now Philosophy has been Jeshua's passion. Interested especially in metaphysics, meta-ethics, and political philosophy, they believe that philosophy is necessary for us to adequately think the social problems of our day, rather than merely thinking about them within a given framework, but producing new concepts which consider them as they unfold. Beyond this, they strongly affirm that education and the communication of information are especially conducive to social good and that serious interaction with philosophy has the deepest educational value. Given this, they seek to generate interest in philosophy as a major, minor, or passion within the student body. So far, Jeshua has gotten the privilege of being this year's co-president of the Neon Stoa Philosophy club, which they assist in organizing and advertising. They are grateful for any and all further opportunities they have to bring philosophy outside of the classroom into the real world, or by interaction with and application to other disciplines and fields.

Major: Political Science and History
Minor: Brookings Public Policy
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Member

Edward Delgado-Ochoa is a first-generation Honors College student pursuing a double major in Political Science and History with a minor in the Brookings Public Policy minor. Due to Edward’s personal experiences, he aspires to become an attorney to aid the Latino community with crossing the cultural and societal barriers of representation. During a summer internship with the City of North Las Vegas, Edward was able to shadow and meet deputy attorneys, justices, and state senators which furthered his interest in the justice and political systems. Edward is a determined individual, setting goals and priorities on his planner and getting them done in due time. He also values human connection as it cultivates friendships and new perspectives on life. Edward is a Legal Aid of Southern Nevada intern and a member of the Engelstad, Cohen, and Project 150 Scholars Program; and a board member of the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Car Club.

Major: Sociology
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Vice-Chair

Jasmine is a first-generation college student pursuing a degree in Sociology. She chose to major in Sociology because she has always been interested in inequalities, power dynamics and the social issues we see in our society. Jasmine plans to attend grad school for either sociology or law after finishing her undergraduate degree. Outside of DSAC, Jasmine is a board member for the Sociology Society, a member for the Student Organization of Latinx, and she works at Bath and Body Works.

Major: English
Minor: Marketing
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment & Public Relations Committee Member

As a first gen college student, Stephanie understood the pressure that some students are under and she wants to help be a guiding light in the transition from high school to college. As an English major, she believes everyone has an amazing storyline that they are writing with their own character growth. Postgrad, Stephanie hopes to be an editor so she can help other creators bring their stories to life for the world to enjoy. She also plays euphonium for various 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Bands and is an RA for 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Housing and Residential Life. She currently serves as the Blog Manager for Beyond Thought Creative Arts Journal and is the Student Engagement Programming Assistant for the College of Liberal Arts.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Spanish
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Career and Professional Development Committee Member

Makayla is pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in efforts to gain a deeper insight into human behavior and development. She intends to utilize this knowledge in her career path. At an early age, Makayla aspired to become a lawyer turned judge. Upon graduation, she plans to attend Boyd School of Law. Makayla currently serves as the Social Media Coordinator for 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Residence Hall Association; as well as a member of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Minority Serving Institution Student Council. She is a member of Huellas Mentorship Program for Law, a program that creates a pipeline to the legal profession for underrepresented students, Black Student Organization, Student Organization of LatinX, Psychology Club and works part-time as a camp counselor and instructor for City of Las Vegas’s Parks and Recreation Department.

Major: Gender and Sexuality Studies
Minor: Global Entrepreneurship 
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Sophie is a proactive member of the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ community and beyond. She is the founder and President of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Feminist Club, and works extensively with several activist organizations around Las Vegas. She is studying feminist history and is pursuing feminist research. She hopes to be able to publish some of her work soon. She dreams of uniting her community and creating lasting change in this city and the rest of the world.

Major: Anthropology
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Vice-Chair

Shayla is a pre-medical anthropology major with an immense passion for the sciences and medicine. She chose to be an anthropology major because it is an umbrella for gravitating subjects such as paleontology, archaeology, forensic science, and much more. At a young age, she found herself intrigued with the world’s history and culture, and how it affected society and individuals. She is a first generation Mexican-American college student and she aspires to become the first physician in her family history. Shayla's dream is to serve her patients and their healthcare long term while building a deep relationship, especially to the Latino community. It is important to her to give back to the Latino community in Las Vegas, specifically to the individuals that face worries visiting a physician due to immigration status and/or a language barrier. Shayla is also the Co-Vice President of Rebel Reads YA, and the Educational Outreach Chair of Latino Pre-Medical Student Association. During her free time, she volunteers as a translator at mobile free health clinics targeted towards Latino individuals who are undocumented and/or don’t have health insurance.

Major: Political Science
Minor: Global Entrepreneurship & Brookings Public Policy
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: Career & Professional Development Committee Member

Mia Tschan is a Freshman at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the Honors College, and the College of Liberal Arts pursuing a major in Political Science with minors in Brookings Public Policy and the Global Entrepreneurship Experience. As the 2024 Nevada State Champion in public speaking, Mia believes communication and thoughtful discourse is crucial to growth, which is why she loves having conversations with new people. She has applied these skills to creating real-life change through her internships with TurnUP Activism and the Office of Congresswoman Dina Titus. She's loved her time at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. In her free time, Mia loves to run, play piano, spend way too much time talking about politics.

Major: Political Science
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Harvard Atimalala was born and raised in American Samoa, where his early experiences shaped his passion for justice and community service. He aspires to become a military lawyer, driven by a desire to support those who serve the nation. Harvard values collaboration and enjoys engaging with peers, fostering meaningful connections, and exchanging ideas. His interest in the legal field is closely tied to advocating for service members' rights and navigating the complexities of military law. With a focus on building relationships and networking, Harvard aims to connect with professionals in the field to gain insights and guidance for his future career. Ultimately, he is dedicated to making a positive impact within the military community while pursuing a fulfilling path in law.

Major: Political Science
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Ariana Sanchez is a first year, first generation student that is majoring in Political Science with hopes of attending law school. She is excited to make on impact on the College of Liberal Arts and its students.

Major: Philosophy with a focus in Law and Justice
Minor: English & Criminal Justice
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Goldlyna is a philosophy major with a double minor in English and criminal justice. She has always been interested in the philosophical intricacies of criminal law. When she’s not watching her favorite true crime shows, you will most likely find her reading arguments about the different theories of crime! She has found an amazing home in COLA and hopes to give back to this community for all that it has done for her in her first year of college. Outside of DSAC, Goldlyna is also an officer for the Criminal Justice Club and enjoys baking in her spare time.

Major: Political Science
Minor: Asian and Asian American Studies & Brookings Public Policy
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: Career & Professional Development Committee Member

Annika chose political science because she's interested in how politics shapes the way the world works today. Additionally, minoring in Asian and Asian American Studies gives her a perspective on how the Asian American experience shapes the current issues we face today, and she'll hopefully be minoring in public policy by the spring semester. She's currently on a pre-law track, and after shadowing multiple lawyers around the city, she hopes to go to law school after graduation and become a media and entertainment lawyer and protect and uplift a variety of different stories. Outside from her role in DSAC, she works part time as the Event and Development Program Assistant for the College of Liberal Arts, where assists with coordinating events and alumni projects. She's also in the Neon Pacific Initiative, a program that aims to tell stories about the Asian American experience specifically in Las Vegas. Outside of COLA, she's in Pre-Law Women and the Filipinx American Student Association. Lastly, outside of school, she loves to read, sing, play piano, listen to music, watch movies and TV shows, and hanging out with her friends.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Neuroscience & International Business
Class Standing: Senior
Position in DSAC: Career & Professional Development Committee Member

Kristina Martirosyan is a fifth-year undergraduate at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Neuroscience and International Business. She has gained diverse experience as a teacher’s assistant, research assistant in a psychology lab, intern and volunteer for the Love Yourself Foundation, and peer mentor for both the Academic Success Center and College of Liberal Arts. After studying abroad in Spain in Spring 2024, Kristina expanded her academic focus by joining the American Marketing Association's Case Team and declaring a minor in International Business. Now, as a member of the Dean's Student Advisory Board for the College of Liberal Arts, she is dedicated to advocating for students and contributing to the college's growth. Kristina's passion for psychology and business continues to guide her efforts to support and uplift the student community.

Major: Biology & Psychology
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Azja (Asia) is a double major in Psychology and Biology. She chose these majors as the world of medicine has always been an interest of hers, of being able to understand how the body works but as well as the mind. She has always been curious about why people do what they do. Azja has aspirations to go to med school and become a plastic surgeon one day! When not peer mentoring or attending NSLS events you can find Azja reading or watching anime.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Family Studies
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Angelo is a second year student pursuing a major in psychology and a minor in family studies. Enduring obstacles himself, Angelo piqued interest in the mental health field, the study of environment on human behavior and development, as well as the versatility of the psychology major overall. With a passion for cultural awareness, Angelo serves as the secretary for the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's Filipinx American Student Association being one of the largest cultural registered student organizations on campus. Additionally, Angelo works part-time as a COLA100LA peer mentor, guiding new rebels in their transition to college life.

Major: Psychology
Minor: Criminal Justice
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Aglaia is a first-generation freshman pursuing a degree in psychology with a minor in criminal justice. Her experience as a first generation student has fueled her determination to excel in her studies, honoring the many sacrifices her family has made to allow her to pursue higher education. She chooses to study psychology due to her passion for promoting good mental health and understanding human behavior. With aspirations to go to law school and pursue a career in law, Aglaia is actively involved in a few extracurriculars at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ including mock trials, the Psychology Club, the first-generation club, the post-occupational therapy society, and the women’s pre-law society.

Major: Psychology
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Ashlyn is a second-generation, first-year student, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Because the opportunities in the psychology field are vast and ever-growing, she is currently exploring different applications and approaches, but she has a strong focus on clinical mental health and family counseling. For now, she strives to participate in the school community to promote mental health awareness, personal well-being, and personal development. Moreover, she is enthralled by the great diversity of the school’s population and curriculum as she, herself, is proud of her multicultural background. Outside of school, she occasionally assists in tutoring and research, and she is working towards becoming a peer supporter for a few different organizations.

Major: Psychology
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Chantal is a first-generation college student with immigrant parents. She is pursuing a degree in psychology. As someone who grew up feeling the weight of family responsibility—being the first to pursue an education in the United States—she is passionate about mental health and helping others navigate similar challenges she went through. Chantal wants to ensure that students feel welcome, supported, and not alone in their experiences. Chantal is part of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's 1st Generation Club, Psychology Club, Student Organization of Latinxs, and a campus Research Assistant for the Language, Aging, & Knowledge Electrophysiology (LAKE) Lab.

Major: Psychology & Political Science
Class Standing: Junior
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Niels was drawn to the liberal arts by his fascination with human interactions and tendencies. He plans to attend law school after his undergraduate degree, driven by a desire to continue to learn more about people while finding a path that allows him to make an impact. Outside DSAC, Niels is also president of Bridge Las Vegas, a club focused on depolarizing political discussions by fostering healthy conversations to help bridge the political divide in America.

Major: History
Class Standing: Freshman
Position in DSAC: Recruitment and Public Relations Committee Member

Zoey is a Freshman at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. She is a history major and loves geographical history! Zoey is a member of the Honors College and she is interested in education and sports, hoping to use her position on DSAC to benefit students to the best of her abilities. She has used her debate and advocacy skills to help the student population and is ready to continue!

Major: Political Science & Healthcare Administration
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Leslie is a double major in Political Science and Healthcare Administration who strives to be a positive impact to her community. As a first generation student, she understands the importance of creating a comfortable and safe environment for individuals to grow in their own respective ways to achieve their goals. A goal of her own is to persevere through every obstacle, big or small, to become a lawyer. Apart from DSAC, she is an intern at The Intersection, a multicultural resource center that helps first generation students better navigate academic life, and the Undocumented Student Program (USP).

Major: English
Class Standing: Sophomore
Position in DSAC: COLA Community Outreach Committee Member

Isabel is majoring in English and hopes to positively influence the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and Las Vegas community that raised her. Being in the Honors College and Engelstad Scholar Program, Isabel’s core values align well with DSAC; she truly believes that a welcoming and engaging community paves the path to success. As a member of the hard-of-hearing community, while also being Mexican-American and Pacific Islander, she aims to be a voice for underrepresented groups in the College of Liberal Arts. Eventually, with her English degree, Isabel hopes to go into law school and become a part of that field.