Senate
Antonia Taylor- Senator At- Large
Excel and Document Review Committee member
Antoniat736@gmail.comCollege: Liberal Arts
Ms. Taylor recognized a need for student representation on campus. Through SGA she hopes to create a voice for the students, by implementing communication, service and UTEP pride. Ms. Taylor is part of the Kappa Delta Chi sorority as the new member educator. She is Vice President of Administration as part of the Multi-Cultural Greek Council. She is the public relations chairman as part of the Greek Programming board. Lastly, she is the newsletter editor for Alpha Phi Omega.
Brandon Soto- Senator At- Large
Appropriations and Outreach Committee member
Bmsoto2@miners.utep.eduCollege: Health Science (Kinesiology)
Mr. Soto aspired to attend UTEP as a child. When the opportunity came for enrollment, he noticed the lack of student involvement in the events hosted on campus. Mr. Soto then decided he would be part of Student Government Association to make an impact on this University. Although a Kinesiology student, Mr. Soto is currently in the College of education seeking a dream vocation of physical education teacher. He is excited that the committees he is part of are perfect for making a positive difference in the students he represents daily lives.
Marcos Mendez- Collegiate Senator of Graduate School
Appropriations and Document Review Committee member
mmendez11@miners.utep.eduCollege: Graduate School
Marcos Mendez received undergraduate degrees in Geology and Geophysics from The University of Houston in 2014. While in Houston, Marcos was a member of The American Association of Petroleum Geologist, Houston Geological Society, Society of Exploration Geophysicist, American Institute of Professional Geologist, and served as a board member for The University of Houston Natural Science and Mathematics Alumni Association from 2015 to 2017. In the fall of 2017, Marcos began his studies at UTEP, earning a Professional Graduate Certification in Geospatial Information Science and Technology in May of 2018. Marcos currently working with the US Department of Transportation and New Mexico Department of Transportation studying dust storms and the effects on traffic in Western New Mexico.
hRaul Reza- Collegiate Senator of Liberal Arts
Appropriations Co-Chairman and Document Review Comittee
Rreza2@miners.utep.eduCollege: Engineering (MAJOR)
Mr. Reza wants to serve his position as the voice of all engineering students by increasing communication, the collaboration between the Student Government Association and registered student organizations. Mr. Reza was part of the UTEP’s hockey team. Mr. Reza has served both President for Latinos in Science & Engineering and for the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. He is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Mr. Reza aspires to be the Vice-Regional student representative for SHPE Region 5 which incubus seven states, along with Texas.
Marcela Castaneda- Collegiate Senator of Business
Appropriations and Outreach Committee member
mcastaneda10@miners.utep.eduCollege: Business (Accounting)
Ms. Castaneda is a proud miner excited to represent the UTEP population, more specifically address the student concerns within her college. “I joined SGA in order to get involved at UTEP and make a positive impact for the students of business”
Daniel Andrade- Collegiate Senator of Science
Appropriations and House of representatives Committee member
dandrade5@miners.utep.eduCollege: Science
Mr. Andrade’s passion for his college is represented within his involvement and accomplishments at UTEP. As a published author for UTEP’s chemistry 1305 workshop workbook, he also manages to be 1305 and 1306 chemistry peer leader. Mr. Andrade is an undergraduate research assistant for materials chemistry. Currently, he volunteers at Del Sol Hospital. “The reason I joined SGA was that I wanted to dedicate some time to try to improve and expand the opportunities available to the students at the College of Science”
Everlyn Gabriela Ramirez- Collegiate Senator of Education
Chairman of EXCEL and Document Review Committee member.
egramirez3@miners.utep.eduCollege: Education
Ms. Ramirez is Chair of the Texas State Teacher Association which focuses on aspiring educators. Furthermore, she is a proud member or BESO, (Bilingual educators Student Organization) on campus. “I joined SGA to reflect my passion and create a positive change in not only my college but potentially the whole university”
Jacqueline Renteria – Senator At- Large
Student Application Review and Special Events Committee member
jrrenteria2@miners.utep.eduCollege: Business (Marketing)
Ms. Renteria is heavily involved on and off campus. On Campus, Ms. Renteria is part of the American Marketing Association and a member of Kappa Delta Chi Sorority. Ms. Renteria is a proud intern for the Student Engagement Leadership Center part of the social media and web design team. Of Campus, Ms. Renteria is the marketing representative for local El Paso business Insomnia Cookies. “ I joined the Student Government Association to not only voice out my concerns on campus but my student colleagues by being the representation of change they voted for”
Yasmeen Abugalyon – Senator At- Large
Chairman for Document Review and Co-Chairman for the Excel Committees.
yabugalyon@miners.utep.eduCollege: Science (MAJOR)
Ms. Abugalyon is part of the Medical Professions Organization on campus. She prides herself in being part of the Universities Honor society and being the academics Chairman for Kappa Delta Chi Sorority. Furthermore, Ms. Abugalyon is a Building Scholar recipient. She joined the Student Government Association with the hope of making an impact on this University through her special project ideas. “I want UTEP students to know SGA is here for them with any concern they may have…I want to be the voice to guide and represent them if they ever need anything”
Paloma Quezada – Senator At- Large
Co-Chairman for Special Events and Appropriations Committee member
pquezada2@miners.utep.eduCollege: Science (MAJOR)
Ms. Quezada is a proud UTEP Miner. Her involvement on campus as chairman of Special Events for Kappa Delta Chi sorority doesn’t stop there as she is also director of unity for the Greek Programming board. Ms. Quezada also is a student worker at the Student Health & Wellness Center on campus. The reasoning for her joining Student Government is her need of wanting to make a difference at UTEP “I want to represent students because a real change starts with inclusiveness”
Issac Alejandro Varela – Senator At- Large
Summer & Fall 18 Senate Majority Leader, Document review and House of Representatives Committee member
iavarela@miners.utep.eduCollege: Engineering (Mechanical)
Mr. Varela’s involvement in the student government association stems from being part of the Speech and debate team. Furthermore, he is involved on campus as an undergraduate research assistant for his college. Mr. Varela believes that the government plays a crucial role in society. “This is why I want to be part of SGA, I want to make a positive impact by being part of something bigger than myself”
Marcos A. Banda – Senator At- Large
Document review and Outreach Committee member
mabanda@miners.utep.eduCollege: Engineering (Civil)
Mr. Banda attended the SOLAR retreat whereas he represented the American Society of Civil Engineers as an active member. Mr. Banda joined SGA to be the voice of the students, “ I want to provide service and innovation to our UTEP community” .
Nayeli Ontiveros – Senator At- Large
Chairman of Appropriations and Outreach Committee member
nontiveros4@miners.utep.eduCollege: Engineering
Ms. Ontiveros joined Student Government to continue to make a change on campus. Her involvement truly speaks for her dedication to fulfill this mission. Ms. Ontiveros is Vice President and founding member of Beta Psi. Furthermore, she is a proud ambassador for her college (Engineering). Currently, she is an intern for EXCITES Summer Institute. She aspires of creating her own Engineering company and will use the knowledge gained from SGA to jumpstart these plans.
Pricilla Gallegos- Senator At- Large
Outreach Co-Chairman and Appropriations Committee member
Priscillagallegos9@miners.utep.eduCollege: Business (Marketing)
Ms. Gallegos joined the Student Government Association with the mission of trying to get UTEP students more involved on campus. “I believe students should be aware of the one in a million opportunities offered on campus; I want them to know how essential these [opportunities] make you grow and achieve your goals in life”
Mario Fernando Diaz – Senator At- Large
Chairman Student Application Review and Special Events Committee member
mfdiaz@miners.utep.eduCollege: Nursing
Mr. Diaz is not only a proud miner but a veteran serving in the U.S. Army as a Combat Medic in 2nd and 3rd Infantry Division. His involvement ranges from being part of the Military Student Success Center and working for UTEP’s CASS (Center for Accommodations & Support Services) Department. “I joined SGA to represent and make a change for the veteran involvement on campus”
Levi Cueto – Senator At- Large
Chairman Outreach and Appropriations Committee member
lcueto@miners.utep.eduCollege: Engineering (Electrical)
Mr. Cueto was highy involved in Student Council when he attended high school. For Summer and Fall 2018 he served as the Outreach Chairman, whereas, helped create the promotional items and assisted in the SGA homecoming pageant. When asked why he joined SGA, Mr. Cueto stated “I have a passion to serve my community and insttution ever since I became a UTEP miner. I want to have an impact on this campus by representing my fellow students at every level I can be, a true representative for all there needs”
