Meeting Minutes
Associated Students | San Diego State University

Monday, December 1, 2025 - 3:30pm
Council Chambers, Student Union

I. CALL TO ORDER

A.S. President Kareen Holstrom called the meeting to order at 3:36 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

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  1. Voting Members Present: Kareen Holstrom, Abby McLachlan, Aliza Siddiqui, Jasmin Zeis-Khalil, Milan Rawls, Nadia Gallarzo, Julia Biesman, Karen Sawouq, Noah Stuart, Ava Alvarado (arrived at 3:45 p.m.), Marco Loza
  2. Voting Members Absent: None. 
  3. Non-Voting Members Present: Araya Williams, Jessica Rentto (left at 4:10 p.m.), Olivera Jovanovic for Christina Brown
  4. Non-Voting Members Absent: Caryl Montero-Adams, Brittany Santos-Derieg, Christina Brown
  5. Guests: Carlos Careaga, Scarlett Walker

III. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

It was moved and seconded to approve the agenda for December 1, 2025.
LOZA/BIESMAN       CARRIED (9-0-0)

IV. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

It was moved and seconded to approve the previous minutes.
ZEIS-KHALIL/STUART       CARRIED (9-0-0)

V. PUBLIC COMMENT:

None.

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VI. PRESENTATIONS AND UNIVERSITY REPORTS

  1. Brittany Santos-Derieg, University President’s Designee, reported on the following: 
    No report.
  2. Jessica Rentto, Business and Financial Affairs Designee:
    No report.
  3. Caryl Montero-Adams, University President’s Designee, reported on the following:
    No report.

VII. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION         

  1. A.S. Quarter 1 2025-26 Financial Review (Information) - Carlos Careaga, Finance Director (Time Certain 3:45 p.m.)
    Carlos provided an overview of how much revenue was received in the first quarter, how funds were spent across programs and operations, and highlights any significant differences between the approved budget and actual financial activity.
  2. A.S. 2025-26 Fall ReBudget (Information)
    The A.S. 2025-26 Fall ReBudget was reviewed.
  3. Proposed Amendments to the A.S. Student Bill of Rights, Bylaws, Policy and Procedures, and Board Charters - Scarlett Walker, A.S. Chief Justice (Time Certain 4:30 p.m)

Scarlett reviewed the proposed charter amendments from the Sustainability/Green Love Commission and from the Graduate Student Association. 

D. General Consent Agenda (Action)
It was moved and seconded to approve the General Consent Agenda.
ZEIS-KHALIL/SAWOUQ     CARRIED (10-0-0)

E. General Consent Report (Information) - The General Consent Report was reviewed.

VIII. CLOSED SESSION -

None.

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IX. BOARD OF DIRECTOR STUDENT AT LARGE REPORTS

  1. Student-at-Large, Ava Alvarado: 
    No Report. 
  2. Student-at-Large, Julia Biesman:
    Work is underway to coordinate with the RSOs to ensure clarity and alignment on upcoming initiatives. 
    The Aztec Culture meeting will be held, providing an open space for attendees to share ideas and engage in discussion.
  3. Student-at-Large, Marco Loza:
    The bylaws chapter is currently being drafted and revised based on feedback received from the College of Business.
  4. Student-at-Large, Karen Sawouq: 
    Walk-arounds will be conducted before the end of the semester to provide a final outreach push for the SWANA Center. 
  5. Student-at-Large, Noah Stuart: 
    Initiatives are currently being reviewed and highlighted, with efforts focused on determining their appropriate direction and implementation.
  6. Student-at-Large, Jasmin Zeis-Khalil: 
    Efforts are ongoing to distribute additional information about SWANA, including conducting walk-arounds before the end of the semester to increase engagement.

X. EXECUTIVE REPORTS

  1. A.S. President, Kareen Holstrom reported on the following: 
    RSVPs have opened for the University House event as well as other upcoming activities. The SWANA survey has received 90 responses to date, and additional participation is still being encouraged. Abby and I are currently revising the Elections Code, which will be presented to the Board of Directors soon. 
    Public comment on the proposed IRA fee will be held at the Tula Center on Friday, December 5, at 11 a.m.
  2. Executive Vice President, Milan Rawls reported on the following: Members are asked to submit their RSVPs for the End of Semester Councili event. Work is underway on the Aztec Achievement Awards event, and the theme is currently still being developed.
  3. Vice President of External Relations, Abby McLachlan reported on the following: The Capital Fellows program, based in Sacramento and focused on policy work, will be closing its application period soon. An update was provided on the College Area Community Plan, which outlines guidelines for future development and increased housing density in the neighborhood. Input for the College Area Community Planning Board is encouraged, as these changes may significantly shape the area, an opportunity of interest for those considering involvement post-graduation.
  4. Vice President of Financial Affairs, Aliza Siddiqui reported on the following: Aztec Rock Hunger campaign concluded yesterday, and winners will be announced and recognized on Thursday, December 11. Community Service Garden Volunteering will take place this Saturday, with eight spots remaining for those interested in participating alongside alumni. Feedback is being collected for Finance Forward Week in order to tailor programming to the needs of specific groups.
  5. Vice President of University Affairs, Nadia Gallarzo reported on the following: In the upcoming week, Ava will be presenting the proposed bylaw changes at the University Council for the Student Bill of Rights. There is also a possibility of hosting a College Council Open House, with further details to come. 

XI. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ADVISOR REPORT: Christina Brown reported on the following: 

No Report. 

XII. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

None. 

XIII. ADJOURNMENT 

It was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 5:07 p.m.
ZEIS-KHALIL/MCLACHLAN                           CARRIED (10-0-0)