Government
This page consists of important ASUCD information, such as announcements and senate records. The information found below is updated weekly.
ASUCD Elections
ASUCD elections occur twice each academic year where the undergraduate student body votes for Executive Officers, Senators, and referendums. Senators guide the operations of ASUCD and supervise its units, committees, and commissions. Interested in running for office? Visit the ASUCD elections page for more details.
Executive
The executive office consists of the ASUCD President, Vice President and ASUCD Controller as well as their respective staff. Elections for the offices of ASUCD President and Vice President are held annually during the seventh week of winter quarter.
After this election, the new President appoints the ASUCD Controller. The executive office oversees all ASUCD units, but the President often takes a more direct role in Advocacy Units, while the Controller manages Business Units.
Executive Office of the ASUCD President
He/Him/His
Kyle Krueger
President
chiefofstaff@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: 4:30PM-6:30PM (Fri), 9:00AM-10:30AM (Sat)
She/Her/Hers
Emily Barneond
Internal Vice President
vicepresident@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: 7:00-10:00AM (Mon)
Zoom Link
She/Her/Hers
Shruti Adusumilli
External Affairs Vice President
eavp@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: By Appointment
She/Her/Hers
Ashley Lo
Student Advocate
studentadvocate@asucd.ucdavis.
Office hours: By Appointment
Legislative
The legislative branch of ASUCD is headed by the ASUCD Senate. Under it is a large support network containing seven commissions, and various committees.
The ASUCD Senate meetings are held on Thursdays at 6:10PM and can be joined via Zoom.
The ASUCD Senate is the body which introduces, and commonly writes, legislation. Once legislation is submitted to the Senate, it gets referred to any number of the relevant commissions who scrutinize the legislation and offer their specialized opinion on it. Other committees also exist to serve specific functions.
Senate Members Fall 2020
He/Him/His
Amanjot Gandhoke
Office Hours:
5:00-8:00PM PST/ By Appointment
She/Her/Hers
Annoushqa Bobde
Office Hours:
8:00-9:30AM (Tues, Thurs) / by Appointment
He/Him/His
Devin Santiago-Vergara
Office Hours:
9:00AM-12:00PM (Fri)
zoom
Passcode: DSV
She/Her/Hers
Fauziya Faruk
Office Hours:
10:00AM – 1:00PM (Fri)
He/Him/His
Kabir Sahni
Office Hours:
3:30-5:00PM (Mon, Thurs)
She/Her/Hers
Kristin Mifsud
Office Hours:
12:00-3:00PM (Fri)
She/Her/Hers
Lauren Smith
Office Hours:
12:00-1:30PM (Thurs, Fri)
She/Her/Hers
Maahum Shahab
Office Hours:
4:00-5:30PM (Wed, Fri)
She/Her/Hers
Mallika Hari
Office Hours:
1:00-4:00PM (Mon)
He/Him/His
Michael C. Navarro
Office Hours:
2:00-5:00PM (Mon)
He/Him/His
Ryan Manriquez
Office Hours:
11:00AM-2:00PM (Fri)
She/Her/Hers
Tenzin Youedon
Office Hours:
12:00-1:00PM (Tues, Wed, Fri)
Senate FAQ
How can I speak during a Senate Meeting?
The agendas for Senate meetings are announced 72 hours in advance and can be found on Government Documents page of the ASUCD Website. The meetings follow Parliamentary Procedures. If you are unfamiliar with these procedures you can follow the guidelines here. To speak at a virtual Senate meeting use the virtual “raise hand” feature during public discussion.
When and where are the Senate meetings held?
If you would like to place an item on the agenda email the ASUCD Vice President at vicepresident@asucd.ucdavis.edu no later than 11:59pm on the Sunday prior to the Thursday Senate meeting.
How can I place an item on the agenda?
If you would like to place an item on the agenda email the ASUCD Vice President at vicepresident@asucd.ucdavis.edu no later than 11:59pm on the Sunday prior to the Thursday Senate meeting.
How can I contact the ASUCD Senate?
If you would like to contact the ASUCD Senate regarding any issue on campus, you may reach out to any ASUCD Senator listed below or send an email to the Senate Listserv at senate@ucdavis.edu.
Commissions
Seven Commissions comprise the subordinate legislative bodies of the ASUCD Senate. The primary duty of a commission is to advise the ASUCD Senate on matters relevant to their individual specialty. Many commissions also plan events and activities that pertain to their field of expertise and benefit the student body in educational or entertaining ways.
Commissions hire new members at the end of Fall and Spring Quarter each year, though vacancies often occur mid-year as well. Each commission has nine voting members and up to four alternate members.
Seven Commissions comprise the subordinate legislative bodies of the ASUCD Senate. The primary duty of a commission is to advise the ASUCD Senate on matters relevant to their individual specialty. Many commissions also plan events and activities that pertain to their field of expertise and benefit the student body in educational or entertaining ways.
Commissions hire new members at the end of Fall and Spring Quarter each year, though vacancies often occur mid-year as well. Each commission has nine voting members and up to four alternate members.
Committees
The ASUCD Senate several permanent committees. The primary duty of each committee is to delegate responsibilities of the ASUCD Senate into smaller components in order to efficiently handle administrative roles and tasks. Each committee is administrative and has a scope pertaining to its field of expertise. Most of the committees consist of members of the ASUCD Senate, Commissions chairs, and career staff.
Judical
The judicial branch of ASUCD is headed by the ASUCD Judicial Council. The Judicial Council serves as the adjudicative body of ASUCD. The ASUCD constitution gives the Judicial Council the authority to issue binding rulings on disputes that arise under the Constitution and Bylaws. Including the resolution of all disputes arising under official actions of ASUCD Elected Officials, Appointed Officers, and all subordinate bodies of the ASUCD Senate.
For more information regarding the judicial process, consult the ASUCD Judicial Codes or reach out to the Judicial Council directly at judicialcouncil@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
Judicial Council meetings are held on Fridays from 3:10PM-4:00PM and can be joined via Zoom.
Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 821 7482 7800
Passcode: 123
Members
She/Her/Hers
Destiny Zelaya
Member
She/Her/Hers
Victoria Anne Harper
Clerk
Judicial Council FAQ
How do I open a case with the Judicial Council?
To open a case with the Judicial Council a Complaint Form must be filled out and submitted to the Student Government Administrative Office (SGAO) via email sgao@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
What happens once I open a case?
The petitioner and respondent will receive a formal notice from the Judicial Council Chair with information regarding their rights and the procedure moving forward. The Judicial Council will consider a case within five (5) academic days of receiving the complaint. When considering a complaint the Judicial Council will vote whether to dismiss the case or schedule a hearing.
Can I appeal the verdict given by Judicial Council?
The Petitioner or Respondent may appeal the Judicial Council’s decision on a case, and if the Judicial Council chooses to accept the appeal, the case can be reopened.
Decisions made by the Judicial Council may be appealed by filling out the Judicial Council Appeal Form, and submitting it to the Student Government Administrative Office (SGAO) via email: sgao@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
Where can I find previous Judicial Council verdicts?
Previous Judicial Council verdicts can be found in the Judicial Council folder on the Government Documents page of the ASUCD website.
About Us
ASUCD Elections
ASUCD elections occur twice each academic year where the undergraduate student body votes for Executive Officers, Senators, and referendums. Senators guide the operations of ASUCD and supervise its units, committees, and commissions. Interested in running for office? Visit the ASUCD elections page for more details.
He/Him/His
Kyle Krueger
President
chiefofstaff@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: 9AM-12PM (Thurs)
Zoom Link
He/Him/His
Kyle Krueger
President
chiefofstaff@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: 9AM-12PM (Thurs)
Zoom Link
He/Him/His
Kyle Krueger
President
chiefofstaff@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Office hours: 9AM-12PM (Thurs)
Zoom Link
Legislative
The legislative branch of ASUCD is headed by the ASUCD Senate. Under it is a large support network containing seven commissions, and various committees.
The ASUCD Senate is the body which introduces, and commonly writes, legislation. Once legislation is submitted to the Senate, it gets referred to any number of the relevant commissions who scrutinize the legislation and offer their specialized opinion on it. Other committees also exist to serve specific functions.
— Senate Members Fall 2020 —
She/Her/Hers
Sanaaz
Nourkhaladj
Senate Recorder
See All Senate Members
Sanaaz Nourkhaladj
Senate Recorder
Email: recorder@asucd.ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
About the Recorder
Amanjot Gandhoke
Email: asgandhoke@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Office Hours: 5:00-8:00PM PST
Office Hours Also by Appointment
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @amvnjot_
Annoushqa Bobde
Email: asbobde@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 8:00-9:30AM (Tues, Thurs)
Office Hours Also by Appointment
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @asucdsenatorannoushqa
Devin Santiago-Vergara
Email: dsantiagovergara@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Office Hours: 9:00AM-12:00PM (Fri)
Office Hours Also By Appointment
Meeting Location: Zoom
Passcode: DSV
Fauziya Faruk
Email: faruk@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 10:00AM – 1:00PM (Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Kabir Sahni
Email: ksahni@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Office Hours: 3:30-5:00PM (Mon, Thurs)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @senatorsahni
Kristin Mifsud
Email: kgmifsud@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 12:00-3:00PM (Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Lauren Smith [lor-ehn smith]
Email: lkasmith@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 12:00-1:30PM (Thurs, Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Maahum Shahab
Email: mhshahab@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 12:00-3:00PM (Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @senatormaahum
Mallika Hari
Email: mvhari@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 1:00-4:00PM (Mon)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Password: 724253
Michael C. Navarro [MYE-kell nuh-var-OH]
Email: mcnavarro@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Office Hours: 2:00-5:00PM (Mon)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Ryan Manriquez [RYE-ehn man-REE-kez]
Email: rmmanriquez@ucdavis.edu
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Office Hours: 11:00AM-2:00PM (Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @ryanmanriquezz
Tenzin Youedon [tehn-zihn yOO-din]
Email: tyouedon@ucdavid.edu
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Office Hours: 12:00-1:00PM (Tues, Wed, Fri)
Meeting Location: Zoom
Instagram: @asucd_tenzin
Senate FAQ
How can I speak during a Senate Meeting?
The agendas for Senate meetings are announced 72 hours in advance and can be found on Government Documents page of the ASUCD Website. The meetings follow Parliamentary Procedures. If you are unfamiliar with these procedures you can follow the guidelines here. To speak at a virtual Senate meeting use the virtual “raise hand” feature during public discussion.
When and where are the Senate meetings held?
If you would like to place an item on the agenda email the ASUCD Vice President at vicepresident@asucd.ucdavis.edu no later than 11:59pm on the Sunday prior to the Thursday Senate meeting.
How can I place an item on the agenda?
If you would like to place an item on the agenda email the ASUCD Vice President at vicepresident@asucd.ucdavis.edu no later than 11:59pm on the Sunday prior to the Thursday Senate meeting.
How can I contact the ASUCD Senate?
If you would like to contact the ASUCD Senate regarding any issue on campus, you may reach out to any ASUCD Senator listed below or send an email to the Senate Listserv at senate@ucdavis.edu.
Commissions
Seven Commissions comprise the subordinate legislative bodies of the ASUCD Senate. The primary duty of a commission is to advise the ASUCD Senate on matters relevant to their individual specialty. Many commissions also plan events and activities that pertain to their field of expertise and benefit the student body in educational or entertaining ways.
Commissions hire new members at the end of Fall and Spring Quarter each year, though vacancies often occur mid-year as well. Each commission has nine voting members and up to four alternate members.
Commissions
The ASUCD Senate several permanent committees. The primary duty of each committee is to delegate responsibilities of the ASUCD Senate into smaller components in order to efficiently handle administrative roles and tasks. Each committee is administrative and has a scope pertaining to its field of expertise. Most of the committees consist of members of the ASUCD Senate, Commissions chairs, and career staff.
Judicial
The judicial branch of ASUCD is headed by the ASUCD Judicial Council. The Judicial Council serves as the adjudicative body of ASUCD. The ASUCD constitution gives the Judicial Council the authority to issue binding rulings on disputes that arise under the Constitution and Bylaws. Including the resolution of all disputes arising under official actions of ASUCD Elected Officials, Appointed Officers, and all subordinate bodies of the ASUCD Senate.
For more information regarding the judicial process, consult the ASUCD Judicial Codes or reach out to the Judicial Council directly at judicialcouncil@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
Judicial Council meetings are held on Fridays from 3:10PM-4:00PM and can be joined via Zoom.
Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 821 7482 7800
Passcode: 123
— Members —
Judicial Council FAQ
How do I open a case with the Judicial Council?
To open a case with the Judicial Council a Complaint Form must be filled out and submitted to the Student Government Administrative Office (SGAO) via email sgao@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
Can I appeal the verdict given by Judicial Council?
The Petitioner or Respondent may appeal the Judicial Council’s decision on a case, and if the Judicial Council chooses to accept the appeal, the case can be reopened.
Decisions made by the Judicial Council may be appealed by filling out the Judicial Council Appeal Form, and submitting it to the Student Government Administrative Office (SGAO) via email: sgao@asucd.ucdavis.edu.
What happens once I open a case?
The petitioner and respondent will receive a formal notice from the Judicial Council Chair with information regarding their rights and the procedure moving forward. The Judicial Council will consider a case within five (5) academic days of receiving the complaint. When considering a complaint the Judicial Council will vote whether to dismiss the case or schedule a hearing.
Where can I find previous Judicial Council verdicts?
Previous Judicial Council verdicts can be found in the Judicial Council folder on the Government Documents page of the ASUCD website.