Meet Your Board

SC board of directors group photo

The University Student Center Board of Directors is the governing board of the University Student Center. The purpose of the Board is to develop policies and procedures for the effective conduct and management of the University Student Center programs, facilities and services. This Board promotes services and events that enhance the student experience by advising in matters related to the University Student Center.

The University Student Center Board of Directors has fifteen voting members including:

All student seats on the Board of Directors become vacant each year. Students currently serving on the Board of Directors must submit an application in order to be considered for another term.

SC Board Chair Jelaine Esguerra

Board Chair

Jelaine Esguerra
She / Her / Hers
SCChair@csustan.edu
Class Level: Sophomore
Degree/Major: Psychology
Hometown: Ceres, CA

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the University Student Center Board of Directors to advocate for a safe and welcoming space that allows all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community to create lasting memories. My goal in joining the University Student Center Board of Directors is to ensure that the diverse needs of all students are recognized and met with our facilities, services, and programs. As a student who spends a significant amount of time on campus, I wanted to advocate for students who utilize the University Student Center and further enhance each student's college experience.

SC Vice Chair Jordyn Piro

Vice Chair

She / Her / Hers
Jordyn Piro

scvicechair@csustan.edu
Class Level: Junior
Degree/Major: Biology with a minor in Chemistry
Hometown: Turlock, CA

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the University Student Board of Directors to help create a more comfortable and inclusive space for all students on campus! College can be very stressful; having an outlet for students to take a break and enjoy the stereotypical college life is so important. It should also be a space filled with resources for Stan State Warriors to utilize for success in their academic careers as well!

Vice Chair of Finance Erik Jimenez

Vice Chair of Finance

Erik Jimenez
He / Him / His

SCVCFinance@csustan.edu
Class Level: Senior
Degree/Major: Exercise Science, Concentration in Rehabilitation Science
Hometown: Livingston, California

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the Student Center Board of Directors to advocate for all our students' needs and ensure that their voices are heard regarding the services, programs, facilities, and events that are offered by the Student Center. When we act upon these changes, we enhance every student's experience within the heart and soul of our university, allowing for a greater sense of community at Stan State!

SC Student Director

SC Student Director

Juan Quevedo
He / Him / His
SCStudentdirector1@csustan.edu
Class Level: Sophomore
Degree/Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Stockton, CA

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the SC Board of Directors to instill change within the university and strengthen the pride of all Warriors. When on campus, there seems to be little to no life in the quad. I plan on organizing collaborative events to help students get to know their peers and grow both personally and as a whole Stan State is a beautiful, vibrant university filled with great people, and I want to bridge the gap between us to make a greater impact in our immediate community

SC Student Director Raima Javaid

SC Student Director

Raima Javaid
She / Her / Hers

SCStudentdirector2@csustan.edu
Class Level: Sophomore
Degree/Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Turlock, California

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the Student Center Board of Directors to advocate for students and ensure that our voices are heard in decisions that impact our daily lives at the campus. The Student Center is an important part of our campus life, and I want to help enhance its services and the programs that it offeres. By being on the board, I also want to encourage more students to get involved in the campus and utilize the resources available to them for their success.

SC Student Director Adan Maldonado

SC Student Director

Adan Maldonado
He / Him / His
SCStudentDirector3@csustan.edu
Class Level: Junior
Degree/Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Winton, California

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the Student Center Board because I wanted to participate in the decisions taken that will enhance student life in the Student Center.

SC Student Director Jessica Ayala

SC Student Director

Jessica Ayala
She / Her / Hers
SCStudentDirector4@csustan.edu
Class Level: Senior
Degree/Major: Spanish
Hometown: Turlock, CA

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I decided to join to encourage students that there are many opportunities to become connected to campus life. I hope that students continue to enjoy the campus hub and voice concerns when needs through us.

SC Student Director Sebastian Lepe

SC Student Director

Sebastian Lepe
He / Him / His
SCStudentdirector5@csustan.edu
Class Level: Senior
Degree/Major: Biology with a minor in Philosophy
Hometown: Salinas

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I joined the SC Board of Directors to help create a safe and welcoming enviroment for all present and future Stan State Warriors, hoping to use my voice to accurately represent student needs, being invloved on campus gives us the students more love and pride to wear the Warrior Red.

SC Student Director Austin Hicks

SC Student Director

Austin Hicks
He / Him / His
SCStudentDirector6@csustan.edu
Class Level: Junior
Degree/Major: BS in Physics
Hometown: Turlock

Why did you join the SC Board of Directors?
I want to contribute to helping the amazing community we have here at Stan State.

ASI Vice President of Finance Anthony Irias

ASI Representative

Anthony Irias
He / Him / His
asivpfinance@csustan.edu
Class Level: Sophomore
Degree/Major: Business Administration; Concentration in Finance
Hometown: San Francisco, CA

Community Representative Gary Potter

Gary Potter

Community Representative
gary.2.potter@gmail.com

Alice Pollard Alumni Representative

Alice Pollard

Alumni Representative
alicepollard@charter.net

Faculty Representative Dr. Edward Erickson

Dr. Edward Erickson

Faculty Representative
eerickson@csustan.edu

AVP, Dean of Students Dr. Heather Dunn Carlton

Dr. Heather Dunn Carlton

AVP, Dean of Students
hdunncarlton@csustan.edu

SC VP, Business & Finance Rose McAuliffe

Rose McAuliffe

SC VP, Business & Finance
rmcauliffe@csustan.edu

SC Board of Directors Corporate Staff

SC Executive Student Assistant Elia Bustos Magana
Elia Bustos Magana

She / Her / Hers
SC Executive Student Assistant
SCExecAssist@csustan.edu
Class Level: Senior
Degree/Major: English
Hometown: Turlock

SC Board Sponsored Events

Stay tuned for Fall 2024 event dates!

SC Pancake Breakfast
Wednesday, January 28th, 2025 | Quad | 8:30am-12:30pm

Happy spring semester! Forgot to eat breakfast? No problem, stop by the Quad to get free pancakes to fuel your first day on campus!

SC Birthday Bash
Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 | University Student Center | 11:00am-2:00pm & 5:00pm-6:30pm

The Student Center is FIVE! Join us for an all-day event to celebrate the Student Center's Birthday with activites, giveaways and so much more!

University Student Center Art Showcase
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 | Valley Room A & B | 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Calling all aritists and art lovers! Enjoy some light refreshments while viewing all the beautiful art our Warriors have created.

Board Meetings

SC Board of Directors meetings are open to the campus community! Join us in the Board Conference Room, located on the 1st floor at the University Student Center.

Type/Agenda Date Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Tuesday, June 25th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Tuesday, July 23rd Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, August 29th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, September 12th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, September 19th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, September 26th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, October 24th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, November 21st Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, December 5th Meeting Minutes

Type/Agenda Date Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, February 6th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, February 20th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, March 6th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meeting @ Stockton Campus
4:30pm | Acacia Classroom 1013
Thursday, March 20th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, April 10th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, April 17th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, Mayst Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, May 8th Meeting Minutes
SC BOD Meetings
3:30pm | Board Conference Room
Thursday, May 15th Meeting Minutes

Join the Board

  • Building oversight
  • Strengthen leadership skills
  • Professional development
  • Working with on-campus staff, faculty, and administration
  • Network with campus departments

Apply Today! The SC Board of Directors currently has a vacancy for the Spring 2024 Semester.

Board of Directors Application

 

SC Chair's Message

SC Leadership Student Assistant Jelaine Esguerra

Dear Warriors,

My name is Jelaine Esguerra, and I am honored to serve as the 2024-2025 University Student Center Board Chair. The University Student Center is dedicated to fulfilling its mission of serving as the hub of Student Engagement on our campus. In collaboration with the University Student Center Board of Directors, we are committed to ensuring that the Student Center serves as a safe and empowering space where students can engage, empower, and transform our student body. The University Student Center is open to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community, and is committed to enhancing the overall student experience through our facilities, programs, and services. 

It is an honor for me to work with a dedicated team of students and staff who advocate for the needs of the Turlock and Stockton campus communities. The Student Center Executives, including myself, Jordyn Piro, SC Vice Chair, and Erik Jimenez, SC Vice Chair of Finance, are thrilled to work on initiatives and goals that will further benefit you all and enhance your experience at Stanislaus State. 

As our University evolves, the University Student Center will strive to meet the needs of our ever-changing campus community. Myself, along with the Board of Directors, are here to continue addressing your needs. We invite you to attend our meetings, events, and engage with your Student Center Board as our mission is to serve you and meet any needs you may have. Your involvement is crucial as we work together to create lasting memories and experiences.

I encourage you all to get involved with the campus by attending events, joining organizations, utilizing available resources, and creating lasting memories.

I am looking forward to the opportunity to meet each one of you!

Jelaine Esguerra
University Student Center Board Chair

Contact Info

For questions contact the ASI & SC Front Desk via phone at (209) 667-3833 or asi-sc@csustan.edu

 

Updated: January 15, 2025