ASUSF Senate Senators
ASUSF College of Arts and Sciences Representative
Taiyo Williamson (he/him)
Major: Computer Science
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Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii
Email:
tpwilliamson@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2026
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Wednesdays: 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
Officer Bio:
Taiyo is a sophomore who is currently pursuing tech, data, and
finance during his time here at USF. He became interested in and applied for the Representative
of the College of Arts & Sciences to give the student body a more accurate representation
of his peers, and joined with the hopes of guiding student voices in a positive direction–and leaving a lasting impression. His hobbies include soccer, spikeball, video games, hiking, photography, snowboarding, and–while at home–surfing. His favorite food is ramen, and his favorite video game is Rocket League.
ASUSF School of Nursing and Health Professions Representative
Charlotte Phan (she/her)
Major: Nursing
Minor: N/A
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Email: ctphan2@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2025
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 10-11:30 am
Tuesdays: 11 am-12:30 pm
Officer Bio:
Charlotte is a second-year student majoring in Nursing. She aspires not only to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner but also to help bridge the gap between healthcare professionals on how they collaborate to create a synergistic yet healing environment for patients. Outside of school, she designs video game graphics, plays the violin, eats bread, and works to afford her favorite tool on Earth, the WEISS VM32L heavy-class industrial mill. From musicals to ranting about how her skateboarding dad is cooler than her, she will literally talk to you about anything..! But for now, she hopes to create an inclusive and supportive environment full of new opportunities within the SOHNP.
ASUSF School of Management Representative
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ASUSF Senior Class Representative
Angelo Resayo (he/him)
Major: Political Science
Minor: History, Legal Studies
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Email:
acresayo@dons.usfca.edu
Office Hours in PT:
Thursdays: 3:30-5 pm
Fridays: 3:30- 5 pm
Officer Bio:
Angelo is from San Jose, California, and a Bay Area native. He is a Senior Politics major with a double minor in History and Legal Studies. He is passionate about environmental sustainability, having been involved with the ASUSF Senate since his online freshman year. He was the Sophomore Class Rep, Vice President of Advocacy, and Vice President of Marketing and Communications with the Senate as well. During his Junior year, he was a part of Kasamahan’s 50th PCN, an RA in LoMo North, and a SOC with SLE.
ASUSF Junior Class Representative
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ASUSF Sophomore Class Representative
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ASUSF Freshman Class Representative
Mar Ruiz (he/him)
Major: Politics
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Hometown: Kauai, Hawaii
Email:
meruiz3@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 4:15-5:15 pm
Tuesdays: 4:45-5:45 pm
Wednesdays: 4-5 pm
Officer Bio:
Mar’s mission is to create an open and transparent channel of communication that ensures that the first-year classes’ concerns and ideas are heard and acted upon. He believes that small things can lead to more significant changes, and schoolwide problems can lead to changes that will last a lifetime. He cannot promise that he can wave a magic fan and everything will be better, but he can promise that he will be there to listen, see, and be there for his constituents. And forever and always, he will be a fan of the people.
ASUSF International Student Representative
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ASUSF Gender and Sexual Diversity Student Representative
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ASUSF Student of Color Representative
NyAshia Pressley (she/her)
Major: Engineering
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Hometown: Florence, South Carolina
Email:
nnpressley@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
Office Hours in PT:
Tuesdays: 2:20 pm - 3:25 pm
Wednesdays: 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Fridays: 11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Officer Bio:
My name is NyAshia Pressley, and I cannot wait to be a Student of Color Representative for the 23-24 school year. Being a minority, not only racially but gender-wise, in my major, I've gone through my fair share of unfortunate situations surrounding school and social situations in general, primarily being raised in the South. By being the Student of Color Representative, I take it upon myself to be the voice for those who feel their voices need to be heard or listened to around campus. Being a part of a diverse school can also bring certain situations of not knowing where you fit in or feeling inadequate in your certain cultural community. Still, I hope I can bring peace to these situations and help guide those who don’t mind reaching out for a helping hand! Whether during my office hours or outside of my office hours, please feel free to reach out to me at any time of the day in any form of communication!
ASUSF Transfer Student Representative
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ASUSF Student with Disabilities Representative
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ASUSF University Budget Advisory Council Representative
Isabelle Sholes (she/her)
Major: Economics
Minor: Environmental Studies
Hometown: Kailua, HI
Email:
imsholes@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2025
Office Hours in PT:
Fridays: 12-3 pm
Officer Bio:
Isabelle joined ASUSF as a UBAC Representative to become more involved with the student body on campus. She has also served as VP of Administration for her sorority, Delta Zeta, and is President during the 2022-2023 school year. Isabelle is also on the USF Finance Committee and a member of the new campus club, the Economic Student Association. Isabelle loves movie nights, knitting, pilates, and going out with friends. Isabelle is studying economics with a concentration in development and a minor in environmental studies and hopes to combine the two fields to find new solutions to our climate crisis.
ASUSF University Budget Advisory Council Representative
Chibuike Nkemere (he/him)
Major: Computer Science
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Hometown: Los Angeles, California
Email: ncnkemere@dons.usfca.edu
Office Hours in PT:
Tuesdays: 11-12pm
Thursdays: 9-11am
Officer Bio:
Chibuike Nkemere is a dedicated student with a passion for problem-solving. Always eager to take on new challenges, he thrives on finding innovative solutions to complex issues. Chibuike is deeply committed to fostering a sense of unity within the ASUSF Senate, aiming to inspire a collective desire for continuous improvement at USF. His goal is to contribute to the creation of a campus community where every voice is heard, fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Chibuike is excited about the opportunity to collaborate with fellow students and work towards building a stronger, more connected university experience for all.
Title IX REPS Representative
Suretta Plawner (she/her)
Major: Critical Diversity Studies
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Hometown: Portland, OR
Email:
sfplawner@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2026
Office Hours in PT:
Tuesdays: 12:30-2 pm
Thursdays: 12:30-2 pm
Officer Bio:
Suretta joined ASUSF as the Title IX REPS Representative to bridge the gap between the Title IX office and the broader undergraduate community. As a liaison, she is committed to improving student well-being and safety on campus emotionally and physically. Uplifting the community and listening to the experiences and feelings of others are essential to her work this year. Outside of USF, she enjoys exploring the city and finding new places to eat, having picnics with friends, listening to music, and making art.
At-Large Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Representative
Natalie Ryu (she/her)
Major: Politics
Minor: Public Policy and Legal Studies
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Email:
nhryu@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
Office Hours in PT:
Wednesdays: 3-5 pm
Thursdays: 3-4 pm
Officer Bio:
I am super excited to work with the entire senate team to enact lasting positive change for the AAPI community on this campus. From amplifying the voices of our cultural organizations to ensuring that every student feels represented in all aspects of USF, it will be my top priority to be a valuable resource for all students. I want to provide a safe environment that connects all students to help each other thrive in and out of class. I am a Politics major with minors in Public Policy and Legal Studies, and I am active in Model UN and KASA. I ultimately plan to pursue a career in international law, focusing on immigration policy, and I cannot wait to begin working as the AAPI representative this school year.
At-Large Latine Student Representative
Metzli Lemus (she/her)
Major: Critical Diversity Studies
Minor: Politics
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Email:
mnlemus@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2026
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 11:30-1:30 pm
Tuesdays: 10:30-12:30 pm
Officer Bio:
I am an Indigenous Latine student whose mission is to strengthen communication with Latine students on campus to ensure they have a platform to speak on issues that affect them. I serve on the Latine Undergrad Network of Activists (LUNA) as the events coordinator, and I love to immerse my daily life with my pride in my culture. I am a CDSspecializingtration in Latinx/Chicanx and Indigenous studies. While committed to learning about my community, I want to use those resources to help people feel represented in their student government.
At-Large Off-Campus Student Representative
Areeshah Farooq
Major: Biology
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Hometown: San Francisco, CA
Email:
afarooq2@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
Office Hours in PT:
Wednesdays: 2-5 pm
Officer Bio:
I’m really looking forward to creating resolutions and working alongside everyone on Senate and individual committees. As an off-campus student myself, I can understand the struggle to feel connected with the community. Entering my first year at USF felt isolating, and being able to be in the position I am, I want to use what power I have to ensure that other off-campus students feel connected to their community and don’t feel like they’re alone in their struggle. As a member of Senate, in the position of off-campus student representative, I would like to advocate for the off-campus students and help promote activities and events that they may not be aware of. I also hope to be as available as I can be to the students who want to create change and have ideas, or even if it’s just to discuss issues they’re been facing.
At-Large Black Student Representative
Christian Faison (he/him)
Major: Entrepreneurship & Innovation
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Hometown: Sacramento, CA
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ctfaison@dons.usfca.edu
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Tuesdays: 3-4:30 pm
Thursdays: 3-4:30 pm
Officer Bio:
My name is Christian Faison, and I am the Black Student Representative. I am very excited to support, uplift, and advocate for the Black Community and the entirety of USF. I want to bring a sense of belonging to everyone, no matter who they are and their beliefs. I am an Entrepreneurship & Innovation major with an undeclared minor. I plan to become a lawyer; I am currently an Intern at a law office and have also served on the youth leadership council of the NAACP Stockton Chapter.
At-Large First Generation Student Representative
Litzell Reyes (she/her)
Major: Public Health & Pre-Pharmacy
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Hometown: San Diego, CA
Email:
ctfaison@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
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Tuesdays: 3-4:30 pm
Wednesdays: 11-12:30 pm
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My name is Litzell and I am one of the two First Generation Student Representatives. I am so excited and thrilled to support and advocate for the First generation community at USF. I am driven to create a safe place and connect with other students where we can uplift one another. As a First generation Latina I wish to pursue a career as a pharmacist to gain a deeper knowledge in pharmacology, toxicology, and medical product development. Outside of Senate I enjoy exploring the city, shopping, and trying new restaurants.
At-Large Pre-Health Representative
Emiko Uohara (she/her)
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Child & Youth Studies
Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii
Email:
ehuohara@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2026
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 3-4:30 pm
Wednesdays: 11-12:30 pm
Thursdays: 12-1:00 pm
Officer Bio:
Emiko is an aspiring medical professional and is ecstatic to work with the student body to strengthen the pre-health community. A passion for healthcare stems from her experience with education, DEI, and service engagement. She joined ASUSF to cultivate a safe and celebratory environment for the diverse group of pre-health students at USF. Emiko is a proactive leader who is dedicated to improving health literacy and ensuring equitable opportunities to join the medial field.
At-Large First Generation Student Representative
Jacob Nieves (he/him)
Major: Physics
Minor: Computer Science
Hometown: Martinez, CA
Email:
ctfaison@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2027
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Tuesdays: 3-4:30 pm
Wednesdays: 11-12:30 pm
Officer Bio:
Jacob joined ASUSF Senate in Spring 2024 as one of the At-Large First Generation Representatives. With the goal of empowering first-generation students on our campus and beyond, he works with the Senate and serves as the Vice President of the Society of First Generation Students (SFGS). In his free time, he enjoys making music, being active, hanging out with friends and studying STEM concepts. With the degree he’ll earn in physics with a minor in computer science, he intends to either go straight into scientific research or pursue a J.D. in intellectual property law.
At-Large Greek Life Student Representative
Olivia Hershman (she/her)
Major: Psychology
Minor: Child and Youth Studies
Hometown: Santa Barbara, CA
Email:
ctfaison@dons.usfca.edu
Class of 2025
Office Hours in PT:
Mondays: 2:30-3:30 pm
Wednesdays: 2:30-3:30 pm
Fridays: 12-1:00 pm
Officer Bio:
Olivia joined ASUSF Senate to connect with each Greek-Life organization as well as promote the organizations and bridge the gap between student body and Greek-Life. Outside of the Senate, she is involved in Delta Zeta sorority and serves as their Sisterhood Chair. For fun, she enjoys baking and being around friends. As she pursues her education in psychology, she wishes to create a safe space for young adults to feel comfortable discussing their mental health.