Your Representatives
USUAA Assembly
We, the members of the Union of Students of the University of Alaska Anchorage, in order to represent student interests, needs, and welfare within the university community; to supplement and complement education on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus; to provide for the expression of student opinion and interests to the community at large; to protect the rights of the students herein stated; and to promote an understanding of the concept of self‐governance, do affirm and establish this Constitution of the Union of Students of the University of Alaska Anchorage.
President and Vice President
Your Student Government, At a Glance
Executive Officer positions are nominated by members of the General Assembly to sitting senators and delegates at the beginning of each spring and fall semester, with the exception of the Government Relations Officer (1 yr term). Officers may continue in their roles the following semester if supported by the Assembly
There are 10 student senator positions on the USUAA Assembly. Senators represent all UAA students who have paid the student government fee (a part of the UAA consolidated fee). They work to enhance the quality of education and campus life by advocating on issues such as budget, tuition, academic programs, administration, and more.
Senators are elected by the student body during the spring UAA general election or may join by filling out the Leadership Application Form.
USUAA offers two delegates to each college and one to each school at UAA (e.g., the Graduate School, College of Engineering). These delegates are elected to represent the specific needs and perspectives of their respective student populations within USUAA. Delegates serve as the voice of their college’s students, ensuring that unique academic, cultural, and logistical concerns are heard and addressed in student government.
Delegates are elected by the student body during the spring UAA general election or may join by filling out the Leadership Application Form.
Meet Your Student Leaders
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Senators
There are 10 student senator positions on the USUAA Assembly. The senators represent all UAA students who have paid the student government fee (a part of the UAA consolidated fee). Senators look for ways to enhance the quality of education and campus life by advocating on issues related to the budget, tuition, academic programs, the administration, and more. Senators are responsible for gathering opinions and testimony on issues important to the UAA student body.
Senators must also serve on two standing committees within USUAA. Committee options include: activities, rules, student and academic affairs, finance, and legislative affairs. Each of these committees coordinates programs, events, and activities to carry out USUAA's mission.
Duties
- Approximately five hour commitment per week
- Attend weekly general assembly meetings (Friday at 3pm)
- Gather students opinion and testimony on key issues
- Research, draft and vote on legislation affecting student life and academics
- Serve on two standing committees or boards within USUAA
- Host a minimum of two office hours per week
- Volunteer at USUAA events
- Complete an assembly project
- Attend USUAA retreat/Orientation
Service awards of up to $400 per semester for senators who meet all duties and responsibilities.
Current senators (9/29/26):
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- Catey Habberstad
- Madison Brewer
- Lees, Adam
- Hall, Mariam
- Koshi, Rylen
- Lees, Adam
- Pennell, Jake
- Plummer, Steven
- Sabado, Edrian
- Urrutia-Lugo, Lorelei
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Delegates
USUAA offers two delegates to each academic college. These delegates are elected to represent the specific needs and perspectives of their respective student populations within USUAA. Delegates serve as the voice of their college’s students, ensuring that unique academic, cultural, and logistical concerns are heard and addressed in student government.
Duties
- Approximately three hour commitment per week
- Attend weekly general assembly meetings (Friday at 3pm)
- Gather students opinion and testimony on key issues
- Research, draft and vote on legislation affecting student life and academics
- Serve on one standing committees or boards within USUAA
- Host a minimum of two office hours per week
- Volunteer at USUAA events
- Complete an assembly project
- Attend USUAA retreat/Orientation
Current delegates (as of 8/10/2026):
- Chas Zanoria, CBPP
- Dixon, Daniel, CBPP
- Graduate College (2 vacancy)
- College of Arts and Science ( 2 vacancies)
- College of Health (2 vacancies)
- Kalalo, Zaiden, CoE
- College of Engineering (1 vacancies)
- College of Business and Public Policy (1 vacancy)
Delegates may earn up to $200 per semester if they meet their duties and responsibilities.
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Liaisons
Three student liaisons serve on USUAA, representing:
Liaisons advocate for their respective student organizations. Liaisons are appointed by their respective student organizations. Contact Club Council, Greek Life, or Residence Hall Association directly for details.
Current liaisons:
- Patrick Brooks, Club Council
- Residence Life Association (vacant)
- Sorority and Fraternity life (vacant)
Standing Appointments
Standing appointments are necessary positions for every academic year.
Ombuds (vacant)
The chief protector and defender of students' rights and acts as students' confidante. Serves as a source of information to students concerning policies, rules and regulations of USUAA and the University of Alaska Anchorage.
