Executive Board
Blanca Jimenez
President
Blanca, she/her, is on her 3rd year studying Psychology and Public Health. Her hometown is Portland, Oregon and she enjoys shopping, rugby, and activism. When asked why MSU she answered “MSU has opened me the doors to many opportunities and I will forever appreciate everything I have gained from my MSU family”. She is most exited to organized cultural events on campus and showcase the beauty of our diverse students.
“She was powerful not because she wasn’t scared but because she went on so strongly, despite the fear” -Atticus
Elyse Rodriguez
President
Elyse, she/her, is on her 3rd year studying Psychology. Her home town is Hubbard, Oregon and she enjoys watching Netflix, going on adventures, and activism. When asked why MSU she answered “MSU became a home for me my Freshman year, and I am so grateful for the opportunities and memories I’ve had. She is most excited about creating new memories and plan events throughout the year.
“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated” -Maya Angelou
Makana Ripley
Vice-President
Makana, she/they, is on their 3rd year studying Communication Studies. Their hometown is Hilo, Hawaii. She enjoys advocacy, activism, and all the food. When ask why MSU she answered “as I go into my 3rd year as part of the MSU family I’m so grateful for all of the opportunities, friends, and experiences I have gained because of it. MSU is home”. They are most excited to see how creative the team and members will be this year when planning events and activities for the WOU community.
“Strong people stand up for themselves, but stronger people stand up for others” –Suzy Kassem
Gheraldy Bobadilla-Cruz
Social Media Coordinator
Gheraldy, he/him/his, is on his 2nd year studying Education with Social Science concentration. His hometown is The Dalles, Oregon. He enjoys photography, gaming, and running. When asked why MSU he answered “I want to meet new people and help break cultural barriers to bring people together. He is most excited to see the community come together through the events we plan.
“If you don’t like your destiny, don’t accept it. Instead have the courage to change it the way you want it to be” -Unknown
Arlette Tapia
Membership Coordinator
Arlette, she/her, is on her 3rd year studying Social Science. Her hometown is Gervais, Oregon. She enjoys shopping, Netflix, advocating, and eating. When asked why MSU she answered “I made great connections with MSU students and advisors, they have opened great opportunities, and makes me feel at home”. She is most excited about making a connection with new students and organizing annual events that will bring the community together.
“Always believe that the impossible is always possible” –Selena Quintanilla Perez
Elizabeth Salazar
Treasurer
Elizabeth, she/her, is on her 3rd year studying Criminal Justice. Her hometown is Salem, Oregon and she enjoys Soccer, puzzles and reading. When ask why MSU she answered “MSU allowed me to meet new people, which I consider part of my family. I want others to understand and experience the same bond”. She is most exited to see the impact we can create on our community and in the process create memorable experiences.
“You only live once but if you do it right, once is enough” -Mae West
“If you think you are beaten, you are; If you think you dare not, you don’t. If you’d like to win, but you think you can’t, it is almost a cinch you won’t. If you think you’ll lose, you’ve lost; for out in this world find success begins with a fellow’s will its all in the state of mind” –Water D. Wintle
Elizabeth Salazar
Treasurer
Elizabeth, she/her, is on her 3rd year studying Criminal Justice. Her hometown is Salem, Oregon and she enjoys Soccer, puzzles and reading. When ask why MSU she answered “MSU allowed me to meet new people, which I consider part of my family. I want others to understand and experience the same bond”. She is most exited to see the impact we can create on our community and in the process create memorable experiences.
“You only live once but if you do it right, once is enough” -Mae West
Angel Cruz
Treasurer
Angel, he/him/his, is on his Senior year studying Education with a concentration in Math. His hometown is Lincoln City, Oregon and enjoys skating, traveling, hiking or being outdoors, music, and learning new things. When asked why MSU he answered “I want to get involved in MSU because I wanted to be more aware and involved of the many divers actives or events that drove me to join the team”. He is most excited to have more in-person events and college experience this coming year.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but can start where you are, and change the ending” -Unknown
