Meeting Minutes
Associated Students | San Diego State University

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - 3:30pm
Council Chambers, Aztec Student Union

I. CALL TO ORDER

A.S. Vice President of University Affairs, Trinity Dang, called the meeting to order at 3:39 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL

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  1. Voting Members Present: Trinity Dang, Kat Hernandez, Derrick Herrera, Vincent Lin, Maya Gerrassi (left at 4:52 p.m.), Noah Stuart, Faith Ona, Pal Patel (left at 5:09 p.m.), Olivia Van Winkle, Milan Rawls, Daniel Frey, Hidaya Saban (arrived at: 3:58 p.m.), Jackson Patterson, Erin Rushing, Aadi Bery, Alexandra McMurray, Jake Basile, Abelardo Garcia (arrived at: 3:46 p.m.), Nick Felix, Mohamed Erekat (left at: 3:48 p.m.), Nora Novak, Noor Shatara (arrived at: 3:54 p.m.)

  2.  Voting Members Absent:, Cole Alan, JJ Grier, Cody Zippe, Anthony Quiroz, Colin Thurrell, Maryjane Destro-Vasquez, Jesus Guzman, Clara Shim, Layla Tyree

  3. Non-Voting Members Present: Bella Todd, Araya Williams, Christina Brown, 
    Dr. Taharka Ade, Christine Molina

     

  4. Non-Voting Members Absent:

  5. Guests: Kareen Holstrom, Nadia Gallarzo

III. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 

It was moved and seconded to approve the agenda for April 23, 2025. 

FELIX/NOVAK        CARRIED (17-0-0)

IV. APPROVAL OF THE PREVIOUS MINUTES

It was moved and seconded to approve the previous minutes from April 9, 2025. 
GERRASI/VANWINKLE      CARRIED (17-0-0)

V. PUBLIC COMMENT

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None.

PRESENTATIONS AND UNIVERSITY REPORTS

  1. University Senate Designee: Dr. Taharka Ade; There are no current issues with A.I. usage but any issues that arise will be addressed and discussed in the University Senate.  Also, gave positive feedback on engaging students in committees.
  2. Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Designee: No report. 

VII. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION

  1. Goals Reassessment (Information)

  2. General Consent Agenda (Action) 
    It was moved and seconded to approve the General Consent Agenda.

    NOVAK/SABAN      CARRIED (17-0-0)

  3. General Consent Report (Information) 
      The General Consent Report was reviewed.

VIII. INTRODUCTION OF NEW LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

  1. #UCB S25-01: Resolution in Support of Academic Transparency at San Diego State University (Action): 
    It was moved and seconded to add a clause in section IV of the Resolution in Support of Academic Transparency at San Diego State University regarding the need for requesting that a canvas notification will be sent to all students so they are aware of new academic policies and approve the resolution as a whole.

    FREY/STUART       CARRIED (17-0-0)

IX. EXECUTIVE REPORTS

  1. Trinity Dang, Vice President of University Affairs: No report .

  2. Kat Hernandez, President: An update has been provided regarding the Evolve student housing project. Additional recreational facilities have been approved and will be constructed in the P8 parking lot area.There was also discussion about introducing evening shuttle services. Overnight parking was originally planned to be removed starting in August; however, that change will no longer be going into effect.

  3. Tajuddin Henry, Executive Vice President: The team is finalizing preparations for Aztec Awards Achievement.Guest speakers will be featured at the event, and everyone is encouraged to attend and show their support. Attendees are also welcome to invite additional guests as needed.In addition, efforts are underway to standardize documentation for the Campus Life Council.Team members are encouraged to reach out with any questions or concerns.

  4. Derrick Herrera, Vice President of External Relations: Concluding 10-year tenure with Abby,she has been named as his successor for the upcoming year. Working with Kat Hernandez on the elected officials transition process. Preparations are also underway for Advocacy Day, with discussions focused on budget-related topics.

  5. Vincent Lin, Vice President of Financial Affairs:The Mission Valley project remains postponed, with a new target date set for June 27, 2025. The team will complete the allocation of cultural funding in the meantime. Monday April 28, 2025, has been designated as the deadline to submit appeals related to this funding form. The request process will reopen again next year.The Campus program funding committee has concluded its final meeting.

  6. Christina Brown, Executive Director: Thank you to everyone for their hard work.
    Next year, there will be collaboration with Olivera to assess how assistant deans and general advisors can better support college councils, ensuring a smooth transition with the newly elected representatives. 

     

  7. Nora Novak, ASBOD Student-At-Large: No report.

  8. Nicholas Felix, ASBOD Student-At-Large: No report.

  9. Mohamed Erekat, ASBOD Student-At-Large: No report.

  10. College of Arts and Letters: No report.

  11. College of Business:  No report.

  12. College of Education:  No report.

  13. College of Engineering: No report.

  14. College of Health and Human Services:  No report.

  15. College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts:  No report.

  16. College of Sciences:  No report.

  17. Graduate Student Association:  No report.

  18. Undeclared College Council: No report. 

X. ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. Noah Stuart: Tomorrow, an event titled SWANA Nights (Southwest Asia and North African) will take place in the Union as part of the Heritage Series for April, in recognition of Arab American Heritage Month. The event will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
  2. Kat Hernandez : The final Eccentric Dance event will feature an array of performances, games, and a variety of food. RSVPs can be made through the link available in her Instagram bio.
    Nicholas Felix: Working on a project to build homes in Tijuana and is seeking volunteers to help bring this vision to life. Those interested in contributing their time and skills are encouraged to get involved and support this meaningful initiative.
  3. Daniel Frey: There are two remaining spots available for a trip to Israel, where participants will have the opportunity to learn about the culture and various societal issues. Interested individuals are encouraged to sign up soon.
  4. Aad Beryi: New members of Rotaract are organizing a service project that will include a 5K run. Participants are welcome to walk instead of running to show their support for the victims of the recent fire damages in Los Angeles.

XI. ADJOURNMENT

It was moved and seconded to adjourn at 5:22 p.m.


RAWLS/GARCIA                                                                                                                                                                      CARRIED (17-0-0)