Candidate	Running for Office
Tessa Morris Shane Courtney Ahmed Mostafa	ASFC President
San Wong Jessica Hawkins	Vice President of Activities
Jacob Joo Keish Nishijima	Vice President of Senate
Hanson Chan Jeffrey Widjaja Ashley Chan	Vice President of Administration
Dustin Ruttenberg Angus Ng	Vice President of Intramural
Johnson Chan Isaac Hung	Vice President of Finance
Alexander Carel Parisa Nasserifar Dominic Wong Tiffany Chang Seti Taei Isaac Lee Stanley Halim Debi Haney	Senators
Erica Anderson Ryan Raffel	Student Trustee

Candidate Biographys and Pictures.

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	Tessa Morris (ASFC President) Hello voters! My name is Tessa Morris and I am running for ASFC President. After graduating high school early, I quickly became involved in student government, and was appointed as the yearly position of Marketing Commissioner. While this was the first year that ASFC had a Marketing board, I learned great leadership and management skills. In addition, I've attended various leadership conferences where I learned about the community college issues on a statewide level. I am extremely committed and would love to serve you all, the students of Foothill College, as the 2009-2010 student body President. Top of page
	Shane Courtney (ASFC President) I came to California specifically to go to Foothill College. I came here because of the excellent tradition and reputation that Foothill has across the region due to its extraordinary achievements in ensuring the success of its students. However, in light of the current economic climate I understand the daunting challenges that face our College. I am ready to meet these challenges head on. And from being involved in student government and over half a dozen student and faculty organizations I have the necessary qualifications and experience to do just that. Top of page
	Ahmed Mostafa (ASFC President) Ahmed Mostafa was born at Stanford University on October 26, 1988. He has grown up in the Bay Area for most of his life. Ahmed is currently a sophomore at Foothill College. He enjoys playing basketball, football, and soccer. He loves to read and hang out with his best friends. His short terms goals are to transfer to a four year University and to major in International Relations. Shortly after, Ahmed hopes to join the peace-corps, and go to a prominent law school. Ahmed's main goal in life is to make a positive impact on the world. Top of page
	Jacob Joo (Vice President of Senate) Hello, my name is Jacob Joo; I am finishing up my first year at Foothill and my second consecutive quarter of involvement in ASFC. I am currently an Activities Coordinator after being the Sports Liaison Manager. I have participated in various events, such as; MLK Rally, March of March (budget rally in Sacramento), Day on the Hill, etc. I am also a part of the LGBT month planning committee, and one of the last members of Brother-to-Brother. I am eager to be the next VP of Senate since this board is essentially the "bridge" between our students and student government/school. I want to fortify this connection with my authentic outgoing personality, passion for people (especially students), and my openness to all backgrounds and ideas. Top of page
	Keish Nishijima (Vice President of Senate) My name is Keish Nishijima and I am running for Vice President of Senate. As a second year student at Foothill, I have come to realize the value of active participation and involvement here on campus. Being involved as a Senator in 2008-09 has opened my eyes to the wealth of possibilities offered in ASFC. Serving on the Senate Board gave me the opportunity and experience to become the most effective intermediary between the student body and our student government. While this experience has transformed me into a better leader and student liaison, it has also humbled me in ways that only student government could. If this year has taught me anything, it has shown me the importance of collaboration, dedication, and perseverance. It is this approach I will take with me into the next school year as a candidate for Vice President of Senate. Top of page
	(Johnson) Chi Yip Chan (Vice President of Finance) We're all deeply affected by the current financial difficulties, and NOW is the time when we need a strong leader. Moreover, your student government needs someone who vows to put your fee to its best use. How can we benefit as many students as we can with our limited resources? It's challenging, but I believe with my experience from being a Campus Center Board Chair makes me best fit for this responsibility. I deeply believe in allocating funds to people who best deserve them, and I will look beyond our current sphere of influence to reach out to more students. Top of page
	Isaac Hung (Vice President of Finance) I am Isaac Hung and I have been participated in student government for three quarters. I am running for the Vice-president of Finance this year. From the experience of being a business operations manager in Finance Board during spring, I develop the skills to hold a meeting, to negotiate and to communicate with people. I believe these talents are useful to the challenges the VP of Finance faced. The experience of being the representative in the SSCCC spring assemblyalso strengthens my mind of being a leader next year. Being in Finance board for 3 quarters, I attend every finance board meetings and budget hearings. From that, I have a clear understanding of the budget next year and I am aware of the challenges that Finance will face due to the budget cut. I will listen to you, especially those who disagree with me. Vote for thefuture, vote for Isaac, as we all know Foothill students deserve the best. Top of page
	Hanson Chan (Vice President of Administration) Hi! I am Hanson Chan, and I'm running for the Vice-President of Administration. This is my third quarter at Foothill, and my major is Business Administration. I believe that I possess initiative combined with healthy team spirit. My leadership skills and passion for serving the student body were developed with my active participation in non-academic affairs. I was the Campus Center Board Chair and Technology Manager of ASFC, Vice-President of API Heritage Month 09, and the department chair of International Night 09. Recently, with Student Government members, I represented Foothill in a leadership conference at San Diego. From my active involvement at Foothill, I realized the importance of good administration and learned a lot about what a good administration system should be. I am confident that my endeavors, passion and experiences will help me to succeed and I will endeavor to be as the Vice President of Administration. Top of page
	Jeffery Wrdjaja (Vice President Administration) I'm an international student from Indonesia, and I started attending Foothill College in Fall 2008, serving ASFC Student Government ever since. My leadership related experience: Activities Coordinator (Activities board) in Fall 2008 and Winter 2009 Tournament Coordinator (intramural board) in Spring 2009 Event Coordinator in Foothill Indonesian Club Vision Giving example for fellow international student to get involved in school organization. Serving all the students to have memorable experience in Foothill College. Top of page
	Ashley Chan (Vice President Administration) Hello I am Ashley. Being an international student from Hong Kong, I determined to take an extraordinary step to spend a third year in Foothill further serving my fellow students. I have been working closely with ASFC as Student Activities Special Assistant in office for a year and a half. Staff and students appreciate my ethics, commitment, accommodating spirit, and proven professionalism.Double majoring in Economics and Communication, I will strive to enhance the administrative efficiency of ASFC with my excellent communication skills. I pledge tomaintain Foothill College student leaders' professional reputation by leading by example and accommodating their administrative needs with responsible accountability. Top of page
	San Wong (Vice President Activities) Hi, I'm San Wong and I'm running for Vice-President of Activities. I was deeply involved in student activities and have held numerous leadership positions in high school. I have experience organizing different student activities including the largest Joint School Science Exhibition in my home country. I started serving the ASFC since my first quarter at foothill. I have worked for both the Administration Board and the OBD. I am currently the Sectary of the OBD and the Public Relationship Officer of the Science and Engineering Association. With my rich experience and leadership skills, I believe that I am capable and dedicated to serve the ASFC and my fellow schoolmate. Top of page
	Jessica Hawkins (Vice President Activities) Hi, Foothill! My name is Jessica Hawkins. I graduated from Carlmont High School and this is my first year at Foothill. I have been Activities Coordinator for three consecutive quarters. I can bring a great attitude, leadership, and new ideas to Student Council next school year. I hope you vote for me for Vice President of Activities because I want to get you involved at your community college. Vote for a Better Foothill, Collective! Top of page
	Dustin Ruttenberg (VP of Intramurals) Top of page
	Angus Ng (VP of Intramurals) This is Angus, I am running for the VP of intramural. And the following will be my Qualifications for the Positions: I am an international student from Hong Kong. This is my third quarter in Foothill College and I have been dedicated to the ASFC since Winter 09 as the Special Program Manager and Sports Team Liaison Manager under the Intramural Board respectively. I have gained knowledge in preparing paperwork for board meetings as well as earned experience in organizing games and tournaments for our students, so as to serve and benefit all the students in Foothill College and create the most fun and memorable college lives for all my fellow schoolmates in the coming year. Top of page
	Alex Carel (Senator) My name is Alexander. I am serving ASFC as an activities coordinator. I participate in the set up of school events. I am liaison between student activities and various departments on campus. My goal is to become Senator for ASFC. I have successfully completed courses in Speech Communications and Spanish which have enhanced my interpersonal relations. I am passionate about working with individuals from multi-cultural and diverse backgrounds. As a senator, I recognize that it is my job to inform and eventually fulfill the needs of the student body at large. Top of page
	Parisa Nasserifar (Senator) I want to become ASFC Senator. Although I have no background, it is an interesting career and I think I could handle the job. I want to help students and be a link between college students and faculty. I think I would be able to do many good in this position. My goal of becoming a senator is to promote awareness and to help the students to take the advantage of the wonderful opportunities that has been offered. We can become anything we want, as long as we have dreams. Top of page
	Dominic Wong (Senator) Hi everyone my name is Dominic Wong and I'm an international student from China. My major is Global Studies. I really want to get involved besides going to classes. During Winter 09, I was the Business Operations Manager in Finance Board. During Spring 10, I am the Intramural Secretary/Treasurer in Intramural Board. Also, I am the secretary of Circle K Club. I am a responsible person and I am experienced. I am very sure that I am one of the most suitable candidates for the position of senator. Please vote for me! Top of page
	Tiffany Chang (Senator) My name is Tiffany Chang and I am majoring in International Relations. I am originally from Taiwan. I spent one year in Shanghai as a member of Honored student exchange program between China and Taiwan, then graduated from high school in Canada. I interned at Grand Formosa Regent Hotel as Public Relation Assistance. These experiences gave me strong leadership skills over the years of working with people from different countries. I am currently working on Annual International Night as the Chair of Food & Dinner Committee. In present, I will be the Public Relation Chair of Circle K International Club. Top of page
	Setareh Taei (Senator) Setareh Taei applying for Senator in ASFC Campus Council 2009-2010. My name is Setareh Taei, I'm a student from England, originally born in Sweden, but I'm Iranian. My major is biological sciences. As former Head Girl at both my previous schools in England, I would really like to be involved in organizing some of the major activities at Foothill. As Head Girl, I represented the school, organized major events and communicated with over 300 students. I became a good active participant and would like to do the same here. All these opportunities have given me good leadership and communication skills, but team work is the key to success. Please Vote For Me! =). Top of page
	Isaac Lee (Senator) Qualifications: President, Psychology Club, 2009 Vice President, Japanese Culture Club, 2009 Organizations Board of Directors (OBD) Representative, Psychology Club, 2009 Organizations Board of Directors (OBD) Representative, Japanese Culture Club, 2009 Excellence in Economics Award, 2009 Candidate for the Board of Trustees Scholarship, 2009 Student writer of Foothill College magazine the LOOP, 2009 Japanese in-class tutor, 2009 Vice President of Administration, Psychology Club, 2008 Top of page
	Stanley Halim (Senator) Hi, my name is Stanley. I have passion on working in organizations. In my high school, I was the president of the student activities. Since I came to Foothill College, I have joined ASFC for 2 quarters. Last quarter I was an activities coordinator and now I am the tournament coordinator. I think I work well for ASFC in last 2 quarters. For me, the most interesting thing is new experience. That's why now I am applying for senator. I want to have an experience working as a senator. Top of page
	Debi Haney (Senator) Hello, my name is Debi Haney and I am running to be an ASFC Senator for 2009-2010. I have been in the Foothill Middle College program for two years, and the year of 2008-2009 I was the first Middle College student to hold an ASFC yearly position as a Senator. I have been in a leadership role for a Ropes Course where I have learned a lot about being a leader. I am outgoing and wish the best for the Associated Students of Foothill College. Top of page
	Erica Anderson (Student Trustee) Hi! My name is Erica Anderson and I am running to be your Student Trustee. As a Student Trustee, one is expected to serve as the strongest link between the student body, student government, and the admnistration of Foothill College. Being a part of the Senate board since Summer 2008 has given me the opportunity to reach out and represent the voices of the students. With my passion, diligence, and experience to our college you can count on me to represent our college. With serious topics such as budget cuts and rising student fees I will work to ensure the welfare of our students at such a difficult time. I look forward to serving for you and your fellow classmates next year. Top of page
	Ryan Raffel (Student Trustee) Although not from a political family, Ryan Raffel is passionate about making a difference in the world that's treated him so well. Raffel's campaign for student trustee is based on common-sense ideas and hard work. He understands that in a tough economy, there is a limit to how many resources Foothill can devote to particular problems. He also understands that being a trustee is about advocacy and making the trustees aware of students' feelings regarding the current issues. Raffel sees this position as a real opportunity to raise the expectations of student leadership, and bring about tangible changes. Top of page

Last modified May 19, 2009