OUR TEAM

Aliza Siddiqui

Chair
Aliza Siddiqui

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

New Delhi, India

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the Aztecs Rock Hunger Leadership Team because I care deeply about making sure no student has to worry about where their next meal is coming from. ARH’s mission really spoke to me — it’s about turning our campus energy and community connections into something that directly helps students in need. I wanted to use my leadership experience and creativity to grow this campaign, build meaningful partnerships and get more students excited to be part of something bigger than themselves. For me, ARH is more than just a fundraiser, it’s a way to bring people together and leave a lasting impact at SDSU.

Lillian Hall

Vice Chair - Businesses & Fundraisers
Lillian Hall

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

Camarillo, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because I wanted to give back to the SDSU and San Diego community that has given so much to me. I personally have utilized the A.S. Food Pantry and other resources that ARH directly fundraises for. I hope to also broaden my perspectives on fundraising for other aspects of my life. I cannot wait to develop more innovative ideas for this upcoming year and help support the rest of the leadership team as Vice Chair!

Arjun Mohan

Vice Chair - Volunteers & Competitions
Arjun Mohan

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

India

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Team because I am passionate about tackling food insecurity and making a meaningful impact in the community. With my previous volunteering experience and diverse skill set, I am confident I can contribute to the team's success and help make this another impactful year.

Dayana Balanzar

Business District Officer
Dayana Balanzar

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

San Diego, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because seeing how much food insecurity affects the well-being of students made me want to create a meaningful impact in my community. By joining ARH, I’m able to actively participate and advocate for the voices of many students, and help bring needed resources to them. I’m super excited to see what the team does!

KaitlynSugita

Business District Officer
Kaitlyn Sugita

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

Los Angeles, California

WHY I JOINED:

I have always known food to be a labor of love. In a world that could certainly use more love, I'm eager to spread some by increasing access to this basic need. As an aspiring nurse, I understand firsthand how vital good nutrition is for community health and well-being. I am honored to work with such a motivated team to be a tangible part of the solution to hunger and health on campus and for the community at large.

Karen Rosario

PR Officer
Karen Rosario

YEAR:

First Year

HOMETOWN:

La Mesa, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team to encourage others to share and give back to communities that may not have the same resources or opportunities as we do. This mission is personal to me because I am grateful to have had access to resources such as food pantries and EBT cards during my childhood. Being part of this team allows me to help others access support and contribute positively to my communities.

Victoria Alnwisr

Competition Outreach Coordinator
Victoria Alnwisr

YEAR:

Second Year

HOMETOWN:

Baltimore, Maryland

WHY I JOINED:

I was part of the Aztecs Rock Hunger Leadership Team last year and loved seeing the real impact our work had on the community. The collaborations ARH has with the Jacob & Cushman Food Bank and the on-campus A.S. Food Pantry are incredible and really help community members. As the daughter of two immigrants, food insecurity is an issue close to my heart, and I believe access to food is a human right. No one should have to worry about their next meal.

Efrata Bekele

Competition Outreach Coordinator
Efrata Bekele

YEAR:

First Year

HOMETOWN:

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because I believe that no one should be stripped of their basic needs to survive. I have always been empathetic and care deeply about my community. I find real satisfaction in helping those in need. What better way to start than by providing food for those who struggle with food insecurity?

Austin Emery

Competition Outreach Coordinator
Austin Emery

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

Carlsbad, California

WHY I JOINED:

I'm passionate about students’ basic needs! I've volunteered with the A.S. Food Pantry and previous ARH campaigns, and I'm excited to be part of the leadership team this year. Aztecs Rock Hunger is a great program to raise awareness about food insecurity, and I hope to educate students about it through my role as a Competition Outreach Coordinator.

Emma Sahakian

Competition Outreach Coordinator
Emma Sahakian

YEAR:

Second Year

HOMETOWN:

Los Angeles, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because I wanted to make a positive impact on our community. Through this role, I hope to raise awareness about food insecurity and encourage others to get involved in the fight against hunger. Being part of this team allows me to give back while also inspiring positive change on campus and beyond.

Alyssa DeRouen

Volunteer Coordinator
Alyssa DeRouen

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

Sammamish, Washington

WHY I JOINED:

With a strong passion for giving back to our community, I really admire how Aztecs Rock Hunger ensures that students and San Diego residents have access to basic needs. I hope to continue this legacy throughout our campaign and make a difference for those struggling with food insecurity.

Ella Diaz

Volunteer Coordinator
Ella Diaz

YEAR:

First Year

HOMETOWN:

Sacramento, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because I was looking for different ways to be involved on campus for my first year and I loved everything that ARH was about. I really resonated with what ARH does on campus and want to help spread awareness about the A.S. Food Pantry on campus and everything else ARH does for the San Diego area!

Fiona Drew

Volunteer Coordinator
Fiona Drew

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

New Jersey

WHY I JOINED:

I wanted to join ARH because I volunteered for as many shifts as I possibly could last year. I had so much fun bringing awareness to the cause and helping to make a difference in my community. I wanted to deepen my involvement this year and help be a part of the change from a new perspective.

Sarah Padilla

Volunteer Coordinator
Sarah Padilla

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

San Dimas, California

WHY I JOINED:

I wanted to get involved in ARH to make a positive impact in San Diego and on this campus. As a transfer, I wanted to get involved at SDSU and ARH gave me the opportunity to be around others who also have the same passion of helping others and making a difference.

Paige Barclay

Faculty/Staff Coordinator
Paige Barclay

YEAR:

Third Year

HOMETOWN:

San Juan Capistrano, California

WHY I JOINED:

Food insecurity is such a prevalent issue that can affect so many students’ well-being and academic success. Being a part of Aztecs Rock Hunger is an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful difference both on campus and in the greater San Diego community. It's so inspiring to see the impact of the A.S. Food Pantry in providing essential resources to students — I'm excited to be a part of a cause that creates a healthier, more equitable campus environment for everyone!

Miley Fuentes Carrillo

Faculty/Staff Coordinator
Miley Fuentes Carrillo

YEAR:

First Year

HOMETOWN:

Los Angeles, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Team because I am passionate about expanding awareness of food insecurity and educating our campus community on effective approaches to make an impact. As I embark on my journey as an ARH Leadership Team member, I hope to strengthen students’ engagement and awareness of the A.S. Food Pantry. I am excited to see everyone's participation and be a part of this year's campaign!

Juliana Weisinger

CPA Delegate
Juliana Weisinger

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

Laguna Niguel, California

WHY I JOINED:

As the Director of Philanthropy for the College Panhellenic Association (CPA), I am excited to contribute to ARH and get our community involved! I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself. I'm looking forward to giving back to SDSU and the greater San Diego community!

Donovan Freeman

IFC Delegate
Donovan Freeman

YEAR:

Second Year

HOMETOWN:

Palmdale, California

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team in order to connect all of the IFC with an initiative that prides itself on bettering our community. With ARH becoming bigger and bigger every year, I knew I had to become a part of it to not only see its growth, but also support it. With SDSU having hundreds of different registered student organizations, there is no reason we can't all come together and support a global issue.

Sabrina Simon

NPHC Delegate
Sabrina Simon

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

Las Vegas, Nevada

WHY I JOINED:

I joined the ARH Leadership Team because I’ve always felt a deep responsibility to give back to my community, especially when it comes to something as basic and important as access to food. Food insecurity is a cause that really hits home for me. No one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. Being part of this team gives me the chance to speak up, raise awareness and help create real change. I love working with others who care just as much, and it’s meaningful to be part of something bigger than myself.

Kelly Fleischer

Sport Clubs Delegate
Kelly Fleischer

YEAR:

Fourth Year

HOMETOWN:

Sonoma County, California

WHY I JOINED:

I'm super passionate about combating food insecurity and offering support in any way I can. I grew up doing food drives around my neighborhood with my family which has always pushed me to spread more information about food insecurity and now about ARH to our community.

Group photo of ARH members at the ARH results reveal $109,676 raised
ARH member with donation jar sitting in front of the bridge
ARH member with donation jar and ARH merch shopping bag
Three ARH members with ARH posters and donation jar in front of Hepner HAll
ARH member holding donation jar next to Food Pantry display poster