Associated Students California Lutheran University Government

Senate Roster

ASCLUG

Anthony Garay '24

ASCLU Senate Director
asclusenatedir@callutheran.edu 
(805) 493-3462
Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 10:00am - 12:00pm; Friday: 10:00am - 11:00am

Hometown: Moorpark, CA
Major: Biochemistry
Minors: Public Health, University Honors

On-Campus Involvement: McNair Scholar, Summer Research, University Honors Program Coordinator, Chemistry Department Assistant, Chemistry Supplemental Instructor, Allies in STEM Peer Mentor

Favorite Thing About CLU: Tight-knit community between students and faculty

About: As a first-generation Latino student, letting all people know they belong is a goal Anthony carries close to his heart. The health and safety of the CLU community are vital to him as Anthony fought to illuminate campus through the completion of lighting projects and successfully advocated for free health tests. As Senate Director, sparking & maintaining an equitable, inclusive, and spirited culture at CLU is his top goal.

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Senate Recorder
@callutheran.edu 

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Diala Bdour '24

ASCLU Senior Senator
dbdour@callutheran.edu 
Office Hour: Wednesday, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hometown: Chico, CA
Major: Biology
Minor: Sociology

On-Campus Involvement: Microbiology Department Assistant, AmeriCorps Fellow, Muslim Students' Association

Favorite Thing About CLU: Small campus and the opportunities

About: Diala has been a part of ASCLUG for three years and is going into her fourth. She loves to read, watch TV shows, and hike.

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Millennia Gamez '24

ASCLU Senior Senator
millenniagamez@callutheran.edu 
Office Hour: Tuesday, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hometown: Simi Valley, CA
Majors: Political Science with an Emphasis in Law & Public Policy, Psychology
Minors: Spanish, University Honors

On-Campus Involvement: Psychology Club, Model United Nations, Latin American Student Organization, Peer Advisor, Global Ambassador, Delight Ministry

Favorite Thing About CLU: The variety of clubs

About: Millennia is entering her third year on Senate and fourth year on ASCLUG. I love being involved on campus and enjoy meeting new people all the time. Whenever Millennia has free time, she loves to go out dancing, eat some good food, go to the beach, hike up to the cross, and hang out with her family and friends.

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Yanely Lara '24

ASCLU Senior Senator
yanelylara@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Monday 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hometown: Fillmore, CA
Major: Psychology with an Emphasis in Criminal Law
Minor: Sociology

On-Campus Involvement: Student Life Intern, Student Support Services Tutor, Student Support Services Student Leader,  Peer Advisor Lead, Latin American Student Association, AKD (Sociology) Club

Favorite Thing About CLU: Free food on Foodie Fridays

About: Yanely is entering her second year in ASCLUG and her second year as a senator. When she has free time, she loves to spend time with her friends, watch murder mysteries, do puzzles, and pretend her room is a concert venue.

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Rudy Perez '24

ASCLU Senior Senator
rudyperez@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Wednesday 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hometown: Reseda, CA
Majors: Music Composition, Music Production

On-Campus Involvement: Project CHESS, Peer Advisor, Music Department Assistant

Favorite Thing About CLU: Free food

About: This is Rudy's first year in ASCLUG and his first time being heavily involved on campus. During his free time he loves to play the piano, compose, and explore bridges. He plans to work in the music licensing business after graduation.

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Mia Garcia '25

ASCLU Junior Senator
miag@callutheran.edu 
Office Hour: Tuesday, 11:00am-12:00pm

Hometown: Sylmar, CA
Major: Biology

On-Campus Involvement: Peer Advisor

Favorite Thing About CLU: Inclusive environment

About: Mia is going into her third year at CLU and is really exited to be on Senate for a second year.

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Ali Gregory '25

ASCLU Junior Senator
alexisgregory@callutheran.edu 
Office Hour:  Monday, 8:00am - 9:00am

Hometown: Thousand Oaks, CA
Major: Sports Psychology
Minor: Sports Management

On-Campus Involvement: Presidential Host, Peer Advisor, Psi Chi, Volleyball and Beach Volleyball, Wellness Resources

Favorite Thing About CLU: Events and opportunites offered

About: Ali is entering her first year as a Senator. When given a little bit of free time, she loves to go to the beach, hang out with friends, workout, and be productive.

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Samantha Hernandez '25

ASCLU Junior Senator
smhernandez@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Thursday. 11:20am- 12:20pm

Hometown: Hacienda Heights, CA
Major: Exercise Science with an Emphasis in Health Professions
Minors: Chemistry, Spanish

On-Campus Involvement: Student Life Clubs and Organizations Intern, Presidential Host, New Student Orientation Lead, Spanish Department Assistant Tutor, Mariachi Ensemble

Favorite Thing About CLU: TBD

About: Samantha is entering her third year on ASCLUG. You can often times find her walking around campus guiding families on tours in between class. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her friends or rearranging her room. Samantha can’t wait to get started on new projects for the upcoming year!

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 Cinthia Avila '25

ASCLU Junior Senator
cavilabaltazar@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Wednesday, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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Ashlyn Bryson-Beane '26

ASCLU Sophomore Senator
abrysonbeane@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Wednesday 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hometown: Seattle, WA
Major: Psychology with an Emphasis in Family & Child Development
Minors: Legal Studies, University Honors

On-Campus Involvement: Center for Cultural Engagement and Incusion Lead Programming Intern, Pacific North West Club, PRIDE Club, Peer Advisor

Favorite Thing About CLU: The welcoming community

About: Ashlyn is very excited for her second year on the board and is deeply appreciative of the support from her peers. She is someone that has been passionate about all things social justice from a very young age and feels this is a great opportunity to begin making change and speaking up for others. This year she wants to be a helpful resource and a voice for the clubs because she recognizes the obstacles they may be confronted with and does not want that to determine the success of their club. She is also looking forward to engaging more with her constituents and receiving feedback about what changes they would like to see around campus.

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JJ Cambaliza '26

ASCLU Sophomore Senator
jcambaliza@callutheran.edu   
Office Hour: Monday 10:00am - 11:00am

Hometown: Palmdale, CA
Major: Psychology with an Emphasis in Child & Family Develpment
Minors: Public Health with an Emphasis in Health & Wellness, University Honors

On-Campus Involvement: Peer Advisor, HER Campus, DSS Proctor, Delight

Favorite Thing About CLU: Supportive community

About: JJ is entering her second year in ASCLUG and her first year as a senator. She is looking forward to be part of senate again, but this time, instead of recording and taking notes from the meetings, she is able to use her voice to positively impact the CLU community. During her free time, she loves to binge watch her favorite TV series, hangout with friends and family, and fuel her coffee addiction! She is looking forward to the new school year and please reach out to her for any questions or if you just want to chat!

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Laylanie Valenzuela '26

ASCLU Sophomore Senator
lvalenzuela@callutheran.edu    
Office Hour: Thursday 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hometown: Santa Barbara, CA
Majors: Marketing Communication, Music Production

On-Campus Involvement: Delta Sigma Pi, Peer Advisor, Presidential Host, Community Leaders Association

Favorite Thing About CLU: Going to events on campus

About: Laylanie is entering her second year on Senate. When she has free time, she loves to hang out and go out with friends, whether that is going on a drive to the beach, target, the mall, or just for an adventure. She is always here if you have questions or just want to chat.

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Daphne White '26

ASCLU Sophomore Senator
daphnewhite@callutheran.edu    
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Hometown: Spokane, WA
Major: Biology
Minor: Music

On-Campus Involvement: Pacific North West club

Favorite Thing About CLU: Inclusive policies

About: As she goes into her sophomore year, Daphne is also entering her second year as a senator. She has a passion for social justice and loves playing guitar, producing her own music, writing poetry, and hiking.

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Krista Gleason '27

ASCLU Freshman Senator
kgleason@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Wednesday, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Jose Hernandez '27

ASCLU Freshman Senator
joseh@callutheran.edu  
Office Hour: Wednesday, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Emma Maffeo '27

ASCLU Freshman Senator
emaffeo@callutheran.edu   
Office Hour: Tuesday, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Aliese Vasquez '27

ASCLU Freshman Senator
alisesevasquez@callutheran.edu    
Office Hour: Monday, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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Cheyanne Rodriguez '26

ASCLU Commuter Senator
cheyannerodriguez@callutheran.edu    
Office Hour: Thursday, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA
Majors: Biology, Environmental Science

On-Campus Involvement: Track and Field, Undergraduate Research Student, Athletic Event Staff, FFC Desk, Tri Alpha, Women in STEM Club

Favorite Thing About CLU: Track & Field Throws team

About: Cheyanne is entering her first year in ASCLUG. Before becoming a thrower for the CLU Track and Field team, she did dance for 12 years. When she has time to herself, Cheyanne likes dance, go to the beach and fish. She also loves to spend time with her friends and family.

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Fairooz Rafia '25

ASCLU International Senator
frafia@callutheran.edu     
Office Hour: Thursday 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hometown: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Majors: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

On-Campus Involvement: Desi Club, Student Assistant at Center for Global Engagement

Favorite Thing About CLU: The squirrels

About: Rafia is entering her 3rd year on Senate as the International Senator. She loves playing guitar and piano, traveling and spending time with family and friends. After graduation, she plans to go to grad school.

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ASCLU Transfer Senator
@callutheran.edu    
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Yulissa Alvarado

ASCLU Senate Advisor
Student Engagement Coordinator
Student Life

yulissaalvarado@callutheran.edu 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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