Why are you running in the ASUO Election?
Hi! My name is Jai Pandhoh (he/him), I am a second-year studying Public Relations, Computer Information Technology, and Brewing Innovation. I serve as Director of Communications for ASUO and previously as PR Chair for SACA. I’m running for Senate Seat 18 – Journalism (SOJC) because I care about how students are represented, informed, and supported. As senator, I will advocate for continued investment in the Multicultural, SSWANA, and Latiné Centers, ensuring these spaces are protected and expanded. I’m also committed to pushing back against administrative overreach and keeping student voices central in decision-making. As the SOJC representative, I want to improve how we communicate with students, making information more accessible, transparent, and engaging. Too often, important issues get lost. We deserve communication that reaches us and reflects our realities. I also aim to strengthen feedback loops between students and faculty to support more active, engaging learning environments. As industries and technologies evolve, our classrooms should too. At its core, my campaign is about ensuring students feel heard, informed, and empowered. Vote UOSP!
As one of the most front facing parts of ASUO, how do you plan on making these interactions as positive as possible for students?
I plan on making positive interactions by having clear communication and explanations to and from the student organizations. I plan to have productive meetings and take a holistic approach on each interaction. At the core of funding and spending, I want to make sure it is student focused and benefits the members of the club positively. I would also like to keep a strong consistency in helping the students make an educated request and use their power to the fullest in benefit of the students.
How are you connected to the academic programs you represent? How will you utilize these connections to best represent students?
I am connected to the SOJC through direct professor and SOJC administration outreach and SOJC technological systems like newsletters, emails, and text messages through SOJC communications. I plan to become an SOJC ambassador as well which will allow me to go to networking events and sharing my own story as an SOJC student. I am also connected to many student organizations that are SOJC focused and plan to introduce myself to more. I will utilize these connections by reaching out to the diverse network I make and getting direct student feedback to influence and shape my decisions and projects on senate.