2024-2025 VOTING IS OPEN!
Below are all the 2024-2025 candidates' videos and bios!
Please use these videos as an insight on who you believe will be the best person for the position!
Please be respectful and mindful to everyone running.
GOOD LUCK and HAPPY VOTING!
To be a Qualified Voter:
Must be an active SNA member with a non-expired membership
(if you would like to renew your membership or become a member,
please contact our membership and mentorship directors)
ELECTIONS WILL END MARCH 24, 2024. ANY VOTES AFTER THAT WILL BE VOID
Presidential Candidate(s)
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PATRICK CLAVILLAS
What's good y'all! I'm Patrick Clavillas, your favorite Track 1 Junior, Legislative Director, 206 TA, whatever you know me as, and I'm running to be your next SNA President! After becoming one of your current Legislative Directors, I further developed my skills in leadership, advocacy, and most importantly confidence. Together with the passion I have for creating an environment where nursing students like all of you can thrive in, I will fulfill some goals I have for the following year: reinforce a stronger sense of community to prevent fellow nursing students feel isolated, keep all of you in the loop about opportunities that will greatly benefit any one of you in your future profession, and have everyone's 2024-2025 SNA experience end off with a bang (you don't have to be a senior for this to happen!!!) Let's run it back SNA and remember to vote Patrick Clavillas for President! |
VICE PRESIDENT CANDIDATE(S)
ARVILYN TICANO
Hello! My name is Arvilyn, (Arvy for short), a Track 1 Junior, and it would be a pleasure to be your upcoming SDSU SNA Vice President! From being involved in Breakthrough to Nursing my sophomore year to being your Communications Director, it has strengthened my interpersonal skills, confidence, task delegation, along with remaining proactive and involved! With my creativity and experience being both a general member and Board of Director, I would actively work on creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As Vice President, I will be an outlet "for the students, by the students," dedicated to promoting nursing excellence, and committed to fostering collaboration and innovation within our community. I strive for SDSU SNA to be an enriching experience as part of your Nursing journey!
Hello! My name is Arvilyn, (Arvy for short), a Track 1 Junior, and it would be a pleasure to be your upcoming SDSU SNA Vice President! From being involved in Breakthrough to Nursing my sophomore year to being your Communications Director, it has strengthened my interpersonal skills, confidence, task delegation, along with remaining proactive and involved! With my creativity and experience being both a general member and Board of Director, I would actively work on creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As Vice President, I will be an outlet "for the students, by the students," dedicated to promoting nursing excellence, and committed to fostering collaboration and innovation within our community. I strive for SDSU SNA to be an enriching experience as part of your Nursing journey!
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ANGELINE CHAN JAIMES
Hello everyone! My name is Angeline, I am a Track 2 Sophomore, and I am running for vice president of SDSU SNA. In addition to developing my abilities as a future nurse, I am also passionate about personal health and wellness as well as being of service to my community. The skills I acquired by being a senator in my community college’s student government and as the secretary and then president of the academic honor society, makes me confident that I can commit to the role of SNA vice president. My goal is to serve all SON students and continue fostering a welcoming environment for everyone at SDSU SNA.
Hello everyone! My name is Angeline, I am a Track 2 Sophomore, and I am running for vice president of SDSU SNA. In addition to developing my abilities as a future nurse, I am also passionate about personal health and wellness as well as being of service to my community. The skills I acquired by being a senator in my community college’s student government and as the secretary and then president of the academic honor society, makes me confident that I can commit to the role of SNA vice president. My goal is to serve all SON students and continue fostering a welcoming environment for everyone at SDSU SNA.
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Secretary Candidate(s)
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MEGAN IMPRESO
Hi everyone my name is Megan Impreso! I'm born and raised in San Diego, CA, a track 1 Junior, and am currently one of the Legislative Co-directors for SNA. Being a Legislative Co-director for this school year has really helped me step out of my comfort zone and I've been able to further grow my academic, communication, and leadership skills that I know will be useful in being Secretary. On top of this, I believe that I am a very organized person who likes to gets things done! SNA has given me so many amazing memories, experiences, and friendships and I look forward to creating more as Secretary for the 2024-2025 year!
Hi everyone my name is Megan Impreso! I'm born and raised in San Diego, CA, a track 1 Junior, and am currently one of the Legislative Co-directors for SNA. Being a Legislative Co-director for this school year has really helped me step out of my comfort zone and I've been able to further grow my academic, communication, and leadership skills that I know will be useful in being Secretary. On top of this, I believe that I am a very organized person who likes to gets things done! SNA has given me so many amazing memories, experiences, and friendships and I look forward to creating more as Secretary for the 2024-2025 year!
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SYDNEY NICHOLS
I’m Sydney, a track 2 Sophomore, and I would love to be your secretary next year! I love music, dance, and community service, and through those outlets have taken on a variety of leadership roles in the past. The majority of those roles were as the organization's secretary; organizing, planning, and keeping records for the groups. I am a great communicator and team member, and am happy to assist anyone I can in any way possible. I have loved getting more involved this past year in SNA and I look forward to further engaging in the organizations in the future, hopefully as your Secretary.
I’m Sydney, a track 2 Sophomore, and I would love to be your secretary next year! I love music, dance, and community service, and through those outlets have taken on a variety of leadership roles in the past. The majority of those roles were as the organization's secretary; organizing, planning, and keeping records for the groups. I am a great communicator and team member, and am happy to assist anyone I can in any way possible. I have loved getting more involved this past year in SNA and I look forward to further engaging in the organizations in the future, hopefully as your Secretary.
Treasurer Candidate(s)
JUSTIN MONZON
Hello! My name is Justin and I am a third-year track 1 nursing major, current Global Initiatives Director for SNA, and your candidate for SNA's treasurer position. My goal as treasurer is to implement at least 2-3 new ideas for the chosen role while maintaining the excellent job from our previous years. I believe that my knowledge of the financial organization, financial security, and proficiency in Excel and spreadsheeting will make me a strong candidate for SNA's treasurer position. I believe that transparency of our funds, providing good financial education, and collaboration with the BOD are key to a successful year. Based on my previous experience on the SNA board as Global Initiatives, I will continue to do what I do to promote cultural competence among the nursing student community, but also integrate the role of the treasurer, and collaborate with the BOD to bring a strong 2024-2025 year. Choose me as YOUR next treasurer and we will show Mr. Krabs who's the real cook!
Hello! My name is Justin and I am a third-year track 1 nursing major, current Global Initiatives Director for SNA, and your candidate for SNA's treasurer position. My goal as treasurer is to implement at least 2-3 new ideas for the chosen role while maintaining the excellent job from our previous years. I believe that my knowledge of the financial organization, financial security, and proficiency in Excel and spreadsheeting will make me a strong candidate for SNA's treasurer position. I believe that transparency of our funds, providing good financial education, and collaboration with the BOD are key to a successful year. Based on my previous experience on the SNA board as Global Initiatives, I will continue to do what I do to promote cultural competence among the nursing student community, but also integrate the role of the treasurer, and collaborate with the BOD to bring a strong 2024-2025 year. Choose me as YOUR next treasurer and we will show Mr. Krabs who's the real cook!
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Communications Director Candidate(s)
JAI LONGNO & KANYADA DOUGHTY
JAYEN "JAI" LONGNO
Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm Jayen "Jai" Longno, here to shine anew. From Image of Nursing Director to Track 2 Cohort Rep, it's true, Now, the Communications role beckons, a journey to pursue. With passion for social media, my creativity runs free, Influencer era, where positivity is the key. Join me in spreading joy, for all to see, Vote for me and Kenny (Kanyada is my co), to continue the legacy. |
KANYADA DOUGHTY
My name is Kanyada, and much like a piñata, I am indeed full of surprises that will bring the next year of communications to you. Being a nurse is so much more than it seems, I find balance in swimming, and traveling, and making new friends to follow our dreams. With a history in marketing, diversity, and research, this position is like a tree onto which I will be readily perched. I will bring color, and knowledge, and your experiences from nursing school, so that people all around will know why SDSU SNA is so cool. Alongside my co, Jai, we will help to create a vision, one that is bound for great things, look at how easy it is to make this decision! |
GABRIELLE FARRALES & PATRICK DELA ROSA
GABRIELLE FARRALES
Hello, hello lovely members of SNA! My name is Gabrielle, but you can call me Abbie. I’m in my second year in Track 1 and am so excited to be running alongside Patrick Dela Rosa as co-communication directors for the 2024-2025 school year. With our experience in managing social media platforms and graphic design, we hope to provide more opportunities for student involvement in features such as Vital Signs to show the duality of nursing, both the fun and demanding side. Let us highlight your jouRNey this coming term and build more unforgettable moments together! |
PATRICK DELA ROSA
Hey guys! I’m Patrick but you can call me Pat and I am a 2nd year in track 1 from San Diego. I am excited to be running with Gabrielle Farrales as Co-communication director this upcoming term. Some ideas we have are to continue to provide more opportunities for students to be featured on vital signs or in the newsletter, showing the FUN in nursing and the real side of things as well, and continue to maintain the social media platforms to increase membership and participation. Allow us to keep you updated and showcase your jouRNey while creating more memories! |
Legislative Director Candidate(s)
SUMMER SANCHEZ & RACHEL BEST
SUMMER SANCHEZ
Hi, my name is Summer Sanchez and I’m currently a Track 2 Sophomore Cohort Representative. I have been an active member of SNA throughout the school year and readily participate in various SNA events and fundraisers. If I’m elected as a Legislative Director, I plan to explore topics such as poor treatment from staff nurses in travel nursing and the stressful costs of nursing school and offer reasonable solutions that can be developed into policy. I plan to potentially pass a resolution on a critical subject such as these at the CNSA convention in the fall semester and with thorough research, consideration, and collaboration with my Co-Director, effectively pull apart any disparaging counterarguments the delegates throw at us to ensure it's approved! I hope to be one of your Legislative Directors so I can bring attention to these relevant topics and facilitate change and growth within the nursing community! |
RACHEL BEST
Hi everyone, my name is Rachel Best and I am running for Legislative Director! I have had many years of leadership and public speaking experiences, most recently my role on the SDSU Dance Marathon Recruitment Committee and serving as the Academic Chair for SDSU Alpha Omega Epsilon. I value hard work, determination, positivity, communication, and fun! I am so proud to be a member of SDSU SNA and am excited for the opportunity to represent all of us. Nurses need great leaders, and I plan to be just that - let's have a great and successful year! |
RACHEL LEE & ANNIE TRUONG
RACHEL LEE
Hi everyone! My name is Rachel Lee and I’m a Track 1 Junior. Currently serving as the ‘25 Track 1 Cohort Representative, I would love the opportunity to be one of your next Legislative Co-Directors! My primary goal will be to promote an inclusive community and encourage YOU to voice YOUR ideas. Being a tutor and 206L ISA has given me first-hand experience in addressing concerns on behalf of students, and I hope to be able to transfer that practice to a broader platform in which I can make a greater impact. |
ANNIE TRUONG
Hello friends! My name is Annie Truong, and I am a Track 1 Junior. I am one of your spirited candidates for Legislative Co-Director, alongside Rachel Lee! As a future nurse, I am committed to advocating for my patients, nurses, and fellow peers pursuing their nursing journey. My interest in health policy and nursing well-being fuels my passion for this role. I'm looking forward to your support. As a Legislative Co-Director, I will make sure our voices as students are empowered and ready to make a positive difference! |
Image of Nursing Director Candidate(s)
GILLIAN LUNOD
Hi friends, my name is Gillian “Gill” Lunod and it would be an honor to serve as your Image of Nursing Director… AGAIN! This year, I have truly enjoyed being able to showcase our growth as an organization through content such as Why Nursing Wednesdays and recap videos; I have especially expanded my role through facilitating “funscussions” during our general body meetings to create more opportunities for intentional conversation. I intend to further my current initiatives in the upcoming year by hosting workshops with my fellow officers surrounding topics such as content creation and professionalism, as well as posting content on a more regular basis such as daily NCLEX questions or highlighting educational nursing influencers each week. Within my role, I hope to continue cultivating a space, both online and physical, for our nursing students to feel genuinely supported and represented. Allow me to continue capturing what SNA is about and elect me as your Image of Nursing Director! <3
Hi friends, my name is Gillian “Gill” Lunod and it would be an honor to serve as your Image of Nursing Director… AGAIN! This year, I have truly enjoyed being able to showcase our growth as an organization through content such as Why Nursing Wednesdays and recap videos; I have especially expanded my role through facilitating “funscussions” during our general body meetings to create more opportunities for intentional conversation. I intend to further my current initiatives in the upcoming year by hosting workshops with my fellow officers surrounding topics such as content creation and professionalism, as well as posting content on a more regular basis such as daily NCLEX questions or highlighting educational nursing influencers each week. Within my role, I hope to continue cultivating a space, both online and physical, for our nursing students to feel genuinely supported and represented. Allow me to continue capturing what SNA is about and elect me as your Image of Nursing Director! <3
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Breakthrough to Nursing Director/s Candidate(s)
NATHAN NGUYEN & JONATHAN EPPERT
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Fundraising Director/s Candidate(s)
LAUREN DANG & MARIA SOEGIHARTO
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KAITLYN SHITAMOTO & LANCE ARENAS
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Community Health Director/s Candidate(s)
EMILY PEHL & ARUSHI KALAM
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Global Initiatives Director/s Candidate(s)
DAMIEN MARTINEZ & EMILY HO
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Membership and Mentorship Director/s Candidate(s)
SAM SIM & LINDSEY TRAN
LINDSEY TRAN
Hi everyone I'm Lindsey, I am a Track 1 Sophomore, and I'm so excited to be running for your Membership and Mentorship Director! I hope to bring new ideas for ice breakers and mentor/mentee events, in order to encourage engagement during meetings as well as strengthen bonds between mentors and mentees. SNA has brought me numerous new friendships, experiences, and opportunities and I am adamant about having non-members sign up, so they don't miss these advantages in their nursing education! You can find me working at the Star Center in the residential communities tutoring for Anatomy and Chemistry and also the Track 1 Sophomore GroupMe because I am my track's Cohort Representative this year! So, with all that being said I am ready to serve as your M&M Director with my Co, Sam Sim!! |
SAM SIM
Hi y'all! My name is Sam Sim and I am so excited to have the opportunity to run for the Membership and Mentorship director position! I am currently a second year track 1 nursing student here at SDSU and I have loved every second of it (this was my dream school in high school) ! A big part of why I have enjoyed my experience here at SDSU so much is because this year I had the honor of being one of SNA’s fundraising directors, I work for the university as a STAR Center assistant in the dorms, I am one of the SNA Medical Tagalog teachers, and I also mentored three first year nursing students through SNA’s mentor and mentee program! Through being a member and a mentee my first year to now being a board member and a mentor this year, I have made lifelong memories and connections and I can wholeheartedly say being a part of this organization has truly created an amazing experience for me in nursing school which is why I would be extremely grateful if I have the opportunity to be one of the Membership and Mentorship directors with Lindsey this year! 
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