Student Government

Elections 2026–2027 

Join the Associated Students of Modesto Junior College (ASMJC) and be part of the student leadership team that represents over 20,000 student Pirates! As an ASMJC student leader, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape Campus Policies
• Plan Major Student Events
• Advocate for Student's Needs
• Make a real impact at MJC

Be part of a team, create long-lasting friendships, build your resume, grow as a leader, and leave your mark.

See Candidate Profiles below, and vote!

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Candidate Profiles

Shenna Jones 

Senator of Behavioral & Social Sciences Candidate 

I’m running for ASMJC position so I can express my amazing ideas, get positive feed back. I also want to help others and to make a difference while be in college. 

Juan Martinez Cazarez 

Senator of Behavioral & Social Sciences Candidate 

I am running for an ASMJC position because I believe it would be excellent experience to gain leadership skills and making changes out of students ideas or concerns. I want to strengthen communication between students and the campus leadership in behavioral and social sciences especially since my major is in psychology. 

Victor Tello 

Senator of Behavioral & Social Sciences Candidate 

Seeing ASMJC on campus motivated me to join and help out. It’s also a position full of opportunities for new friends and experiences. 

Alejandra Valdovinos 

Senator of Language Arts & Education Candidate 

I am running for an ASMJC position because I have always been involved in student leadership all four years through throughout high school, and I truly have a desire in my heart to collaborate with others and help the campus evolve overtime. I would love to pitch in my new and creative ideas to help better our mjc student life. 

Jwalia Raval 

Senator of Business & Computing Candidate 

I am running for ASMJC because I hope to include my perspective as a dual enrollment student for the past three years, who is currently working on earning an associate degree while in High School. This puts me in the position to represent an underserved group who can benefit from a voice, and make up a large percentage of MJC students. 

Katherine Melendez 

Senator of Business & Computing Candidate 

I believe it is important for our school to have voices that can make a change and listen to the students. Being one of those voices that can help make a difference in our campus is a great opportunity and learning experience. 

Jason Suits 

Senator of Science, Engineering & Mathematics Candidate 

As a Physics student and former professional chef of eight years, I bring a disciplined, results-oriented work ethic and proven leadership experience from my time with the Science and Video Game Development clubs. I am running for ASMJC Senate to provide steady, hands-on support for student organizations and to ensure our campus resources effectively serve the needs of all academic pathways. 

Ulises Ruvalcaba 

Senator of Industry & Trades Candidate 

My goal is to better reach students information programs that they don’t know about. I already do this on my own position working on the cafeteria. I let people know about the programs that they have to get free food and things that they have no clue about. 

Hannah Tillery 

Senator of Kinesiology, Public Health, and Athletics Candidate 

I am running because I thought it would be something fun to do. It is always fun to be a part of something greater than myself. 

Perla Garcia 

Senator At-Large Candidate 

I am running for ASMJC to ensure our diverse campus is authentically represented through active, hands-on leadership and inclusive student programming. I am eager to apply my passion for community service by organizing impactful events that move beyond discussion and create a true sense of belonging for every Pirate. 

 Jazmin Lopez Hernandez 

Senator At-Large Candidate 

I am running for an ASMJC position because serving my community is important to me, and I believe meaningful change begins with showing up. By listening to others and advocating for the needs of students, I hope to help create a campus environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and heard. 

Rohan Sidhu 

Senator At-Large Candidate 

Through ASMJC, I hope to gain meaningful experience working in a formal, collaborative environment whilst cultivating policies and programs in support of positive initiatives across campus. Whether it’s collaborating with my fellow senators to develop career / transfer workshops for incoming students or applying my technical proficiency towards enhancing a more streamlined administrative structure within ASMJC, I strive to contribute an impact that builds confidence in advocating for others around me and drives transformative change. 

Lauren Porter 

Senator At-Large Candidate 

I am running for an ASMJC position because I feel like there’s so much improvement that MJ is capable of and I really want to help try and improve the campus as much as possible as I am a student and also want it to improve. 

Estella Jaques 

Executive Secretary Candidate 

I served as a Senator at Large, and I found ASMJC to be one of the most fulfilling extracurriculars I've done. I am running for an executive position because I am ready to take the next step and want to commit to being a supportive and accessible resource for all ASMJC members as well as the student body. 

Robbi Waln  

Director of Student Relations Candidate  

I hope to elected to the director of student relations. I have been a senator before and want to try to have an executive position. 

Emma Villanueva-Nuno  

Director of Student Relations Candidate  

I want to make a positive impact and reach students to fulfill their needs in any way I can. Being part of such a community has made me grow as a person in ways I would’ve never imagined. 

Shelvin Singh  

Director of Political Development Candidate  

So to allow better access for students to ASMJC. And to be able to better serve student needs! 

Destiny Martinez  

Director of Political Development Candidate  

I am running for ASMJC position because I have run before and the people I met. I want to run again but this time I as Director of political development. I’m hoping to make sure and let special-needs students know that if I can do what I wanted in life, they can do it too. 

Jaylen Ward

Vice President Candidate  

I am running for Vice President of ASMJC as I believe in this position, it is important that leaders are to lead with integrity and a vision. My vision is to ensure equality and fairness for all students, and to be available to any student, willing to navigate and assist in any handed situation. 

Ruby Naranjo  

Vice President Candidate  

I am running for ASMJC vice president to make MJC more than just a community college, but a second home. I want to increase engagement on campus while serving as the voice of student’s concerns.  

Matthew Antirien 

Leadership is about giving back, and I feel like I'm at a place where I can help the student body grow and build a greater sense of connection amongst one another. 

Candidate Eligibility 26-27

Candidates must meet the minimum requirements for eligibility set forth by the
California Education Code, Yosemite Community College District (YCCD) Board Policy,
and the Associated Students of Modesto Junior College (ASMJC) Constitution and
Bylaws:

• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5.
• Current enrollment in at least nine (9) units.
• Not having been removed from office as a result of impeachment or other
  official disciplinary action.
• Not exceed 70 transferrable units.
• Not have a student conduct case.

The following requirements are solely for Presidential candidates:

• At least one (1) semester involvement as an executive officer or senator within
  the last fiscal year.
• Shall have participated in a leadership course training which has been approved
  by the lead advisor or his/her designee prior to application. 
• Shall not concurrently hold a student government position and the Inter-Club
  Council Representative position in a club.

ASMJC Election Timeline 

Nomination Period

March 2 - 6, 2026

Open to all currently enrolled students who meet eligibility requirements. Interested students may submit a nomination application during this time.

Eligibility Review & Scheduling of Briefings

March 9 - 13, 2026

Campus Life will verify candidate eligibility and schedule mandatory candidate briefing sessions.

Mandatory Candidate Briefing Meetings

March 17-19, 2026

All eligible candidates must attend one briefing session to participate in the special election.

Campaigning Period

March 20-31, 2026

Approved candidates may campaign on campus and online in accordance with ASMJC Election Code guidelines.

Voting (Electronic Ballot)

April 1-April 2, 2026

All currently enrolled students will have the opportunity to vote via the authorized electronic ballot platform.

Election Results Announced

April 3, 2026

Preliminary election results will be shared publicly.

Election Results Certified

April 17, 2026

Final results will be certified by administrative proxy, and official appointments will be confirmed.

New ASMJC 2026-2027 Team Begins

May 4, 2026

The newly elected ASMJC Senate officially starts their positions.

ASMJC Senate Meetings

ASMJC meetings will take place every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. You will be able to view the most recent posted agenda under "meetings" on the main Board Docs dashboard. 

View ASMJC Minutes, Agendas and Documents

Current 25-26 ASMJC Senate Members

 

For more information, contact the Office of Campus Life at mjccampuslife@yosemite.edu or stop by the Student Activities Center.

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