Elections
Meet Your 2026–2027 A.S. Board of Directors
The results are in! After a successful election cycle, we are proud to introduce the
student leaders who will represent your voice, advocate for your needs, and shape
the Spartan experience for the 2026–2027 academic year.
These elected officials serve as the governing council for the Associated Students, a student-owned non-profit dedicated to maximizing student life through leadership, advocacy, and campus-wide services.
Executive Officers
- President: Ma’Kayla Akin
- Vice President: Shannon Lo
- Controller: Adi Tuidelaibatiki
Board of Directors
Our directors oversee specific areas of campus life to ensure every student has a seat at the table:
- Academic Affairs: Christina Shaheen
- Business Affairs: Ashna Gandhi
- Communications: Kimaya Ranka
- Co-Curricular Affairs: Alec Lozano
- Intercultural Affairs: Jimena Prieto
- Internal Affairs: Tirth Thakkar
- Legislative Affairs: Maxwell Fairleigh
- Student Resource Affairs: Leilany Hernandez
- Student Rights & Responsibilities: Melody Horoufi
- Sustainability Affairs: Krupali Makwana
🗳️ Election Transparency & Results
We believe in a fair, ethical, and transparent democratic process. For a full breakdown of the voting data, candidate tallies, and certification of the most recent race, please view the document below:
👉 2026 Elections Official Results
Get Involved
Help shape the future of student leadership: join the 2026-2027 Students' Election Commission (SEC) as an officer, consultant, or student-at-large!
The purpose of the SEC is to conduct an engaging, fair and unbiased student government election. The A.S. Student Elections happen in the Spring semester. The SEC plans elections with the help of various students-at-large, as well as officers in specific roles.
Benefits of serving on the SEC:
- An opportunity to be a part of Associated Students and the greater campus community
- Make your voice heard on different issues on campus
- Have an opportunity to advocate on behalf of the students at San Jose State University
- Gain valuable leadership and collaboration skills that can be transferred to your professional career
- Have training and leadership seminars to gain new abilities
- Meet fellow Spartans with a similar mission to improve the campus community and support A.S. operations
Learn more and apply here: tinyurl.com/AS-joinSEC
Questions?
For more details on how to get involved, please contact the A.S. Student Government Office at (408) 924-6242 or email student-elections@sjsu.edu.
Associated Students of San Jose State University has been a student-owned and operated non-profit organization for over 100 years. We are committed to providing services and activities that enhance the opportunity to meet, recreate and maximize student life. Opportunities to get involved and obtain leadership skills are among our highest priorities.
The Associated Students (A.S.) Board of Directors represent the student body as their governing council. They are the voice of SJSU students and advocate on their behalf on campus, statewide and national issues affecting them.
Students' Elections Commission
Comprised of a mix of students and staff advisors, the SEC runs student government elections annually in a fair, ethical, and timely manner. Meeting weekly, promoting and implementing events and activities, and more, to help elect the A.S. Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 academic year.
SEC Advising Team
SEC Advisor
Leadership and Government Coordinator, Associated Students
Email: janely.pulido@sjsu.edu
Interim Marketing & Communications Manager, Associated Students
Email: danepaul.andres@sjsu.edu
Associate Director of Student Conduct and Ethical Development
Email: mirabai.hutton@sjsu.edu
Contact Us
A.S. Student Government Office,
Diaz Compean Student Union,
2nd Floor, Suite 2300
student-elections@sjsu.edu
Telephone: (408) 924-6242
A.S. Elections 2025: Important Documents
2026 A.S. Elections: Voter Information Guide
Candidate Informational Documents
