• President - Robert Alexander
• Vice President - Damaris Costillo-Torres
  
• Executive Assistant - Rochelle Alexander
• Student Trustee - Jason Buckner
  
• Advisor - TBD

Directors:

• Student Support Services - Cedric Henry
• Student Organizations - Desirae Davis
• Legislative Affairs - Jessica Hernandez
• Instructional Support Services - Accepting Applications
• Student Center Affairs - Javier Alcaraz
• Administrative Support Services - Samuel Padilla
• Finance - Miguel Sanchez
  
• Public Relations - Ryan Broderick
• Campus Events - Dezerea Pinedo-Navarro

Justices:

• Chief Justice - David Moreira
• Court Clerk/Justice - Joshua Hill
• Justice - Gariel McDaniel
• Justice - Jamal Jackson
• Justice - Jaime Sanchez

Robert Alexander currently serves as the Associated Student Government President. In his role as president, Robert serves as the official representative of the students of San Bernardino Valley College. He is responsible for all executive functions of the ASG Board of Directors, carrying out all legislation, sanctions, and resolutions as effectively as possible, and serves as a liaison between the college administration and the ASG to ensure students play a role in participatory governance. In addition, Robert is active in the Student Senate for California Community Colleges where he currently serves as the Region IX President.

Robert is serving his third term in office with Student Government (ASG); first term as a Senator, second and third as President. During his time at SBVC, Robert has served on several shared governance committees including Program Review, College Council, Accreditation, District Assembly and staff hiring committees. Under his direction and leadership the ASG has built many bridges for incoming students, enhanced the effectiveness of our current student government, and advocated for the students at all levels. Robert joined Student Government to advocate changes for Students, including addressing student concerns about the rising cost of attending college and the high cost of text books. He was one of the key players in jump starting the textbook rental program at SBVC. In addition, Robert has traveled to Washington DC to lobby Congress on behalf of community college students.

Robert has completed certificates in Administration of Justice and Crime Scene Investigation, completing over 100 units at SBVC. He plans to continue his education by attending SBVC and studying in the fields of Paralegal Studies, Drug and Alcohol studies, Sociology, Psychology, resulting in a certificate in Human Services Drug and Alcohol studies and dual degrees in Paralegal Studies and Administration of Justice. Following SBVC, Robert plans to transfer to a four year University to obtain a Bachelor/Masters degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology/Criminal Profiling, then go on to Law School and one day to serve as a U.S Congressman and/or U.S Senator. With a GPA of over 3.7, Robert has been placed on the Dean's list for academic achievement all semesters attending SBVC.

In addition to ASG, Robert participates in outside activities and committees within his community, and has served as an intern with local politicians. He is a permanent member of Alpha Gamma Sigma where he has served as President.

• What are your ASG goals for this year?
  
  My goals for Student Government are: 1 - Environmental Sustainability of Student Government "GO GREEN" , 2 - Improve and Enhance Internal Infrastructure, 3 - More Activities: Keep Students Active and Informed on Campus, 4 - Enhance ASG Infrastructure and Effectiveness, 5 -- Make Partnerships with outside groups, and School Departments/Divisions, and 6- Awards for Service (ASG members)
  
  
• Describe yourself in three words.
  
  1 -Over-committed 2 -- Hard-working 3 -- Loyal
  
  
• What do you like to do in your free time? What are your hobbies?
  
  What free time! I'm full-time student; I'm currently working full-time, married and have two children. I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife Rochelle we like going to Disneyland and watching movies. I also enjoy sports (baseball, fencing, golf, and racquetball); I collect sport cards, and like to take walks in the forest.

Damaris Castillo-Torres currently serves as the Associated Student Government Vice President. She previously served as the Student Organizations Director during the 2008-2009 academic year. In addition to ASG, Damaris is active in the Cheer and Dance Club at SBVC, the Puente Program, and the Spanish Club. She became involved in student government when elected to serve as the Inter Club Council (ICC) Representative for the Puente Club. After a few ICC meetings, she was elected ICC Secretary. Damaris is a double majoring in Spanish and Math and plans to transfer in the fall of 2010.

Rochelle Alexander currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the Associated Student Government Board of Directors, transcribing minutes at meetings and ensuring necessary supplies are available to the ASG. She is currently working on getting her Associate's Degree Administration of Justice, and is working on Dual-certificates in Crime Scene Investigation and Corrections. Her ultimate career goal includes transferring to a four year University and ultimately obtaining a Doctorate in Forensic Pathology.

Jason P. Buckner has been very active in advocacy for students. He previously served as the Student Support Services Director on the SBVC Associated Student Government and traveled to Washington DC to lobby Congress on behalf of community college students. He currently serves as a Field Representative for Assembly member Wilmer Amina Carter. In his spare time, Jason coaches youth baseball and football and is a volunteer for the Special Olympics.

Cedric Henry currently serves as the liaison to the Student Services Division, providing feedback that helps to enhance and improve student services programs across campus. He became involved in ASG because of his desire to help others. Participation in ASG has given him first hand knowledge of the governmental process and he hopes to continue to champion the voice of the students. During his tenure, Cedric has assisted in organizing the campus wide giving thanks food drive, collecting donations from across campus to ensure that students in need had a Thanksgiving meal. In his spare time, Cedric serves as a tutor in math and reading.

• Describe yourself in three words.
  
  Artistically, devoted and dedicated.
  
  
• What are your hobbies?
  
  I love listening to music.

Desirae Davis currently serves as the Student Organizations Director, facilitating the Inter-Club Council meetings and generally assisting clubs. Desirae joined ASG to make a difference on campus and to learn leadership skills. Since joining ASG, she has found herself getting more and more involved throughout campus, serving to represent the student voice. Desirae's goal for this year is to promote clubs on campus and to plan even more club activities. In her spare time, she is a member of the New Vision's Club, Caduceus Club and American Sign Language Club. Off campus she volunteers with the American Red Cross.

• What are your hobbies?
  
  Crocheting, reading and volunteering.
  
  
• Describe yourself in three words.
  
  Dependable. Friendly. Charismatic.

Jessica Hernandez currently serves as the Legislative Affairs Director, keeping the ASG informed and aware of statewide issues impacting community colleges. She currently serves as a Regional Senator to the Student Senate for California Community Colleges where she serves as the voice of the students in matters of Region IX concern before the Board of Governors, Consultation Council & all statewide boards, committees, & ad hoc groups. Jessica has previously served as the ASG Vice President during the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 academic years. She initially started out as Justice and Court Clerk where she participated in public forums for students to address their issues and concerns that updated internal reporting forms. Additionally she sat on the ASG Activities and Senate Budget Development committees.

• What are your ASG goals for this year?
  
  I look forward to helping SBVC students succeed in their academic endeavors and insuring the ASG is effectively representing those students' collective needs. As well as helping my fellow ASG members achieve their goals and help them enjoy their new experience in ASG.

Javier G. Alcaraz, Jr. currently serves as the Student Center Affairs Director, ensuring policies, events and budget for the Student Center. Javier served as SBVC's Associated Student Government President for the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 academic years and Student Trustee for the 2008-2009 academic year. He is a committed citizen to community building, advocating for policies that will improve student access and promote student success. As a Certified Student Leader some of his successes include establishing the Textbook Rental Program at SBVC that has assisted 265 students at $20,500 in textbook savings, as well as influencing the increase in student worker wages at SBCCD from $6.50/hour to $8.00/hour. Additionally, he has lobbied US congressmen on behalf of the much needed Pell Grant increases. Javier was awarded the Joe Baca Jr. Foundation scholarship on May 9, 2008 for his committed dedication to community building & high quality educational environments for all. He is pursuing Associate of Arts Degrees in Business Administration and Graphic Arts. His intentions are to transfer to Cal Poly Pomona to obtain a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and complete his education with a Masters in Business from the University of Southern California.

• What is your favorite leadership quote?
  
  "The aim of education should be to teach us rather how to think, than what to think - rather to improve our minds, so as to enable us to think for ourselves, than to load the memory with thoughts of other men." Bill Beattie

Samuel Padilla currently serves as the liaison to the Administrative Services Division, providing feedback that helps enhance and improve services and programs across campus. Samuel was persuaded to join the Associated Student Government by a member of the ASG because she believed he had the leadership skills necessary to represent students. He was immediately impressed with the professionalism and organization of the group. During his tenure, Samuel has assisted in organizing and hosting campus events and has worked diligently to ensure the installation of electric doors across campus to ensure access for students with disabilities. In his spare time he serves as the Vice President of the New Visions Club and volunteers at community events at his church.

• In what ways would you say that being a member of the Associated Student Government has broadened your knowledge and/or involvement with SBVC as a whole?
  
  Attending shared governance committees has broadened my knowledge because I better understand the issues that affect students and also I know how the college operates through shared governance.
  
  
• Describe yourself in three words.
  
  Motivated. Energized. Fun.

Miguel Sanchez currently serves as the Finance Director for the ASG-SBVC, overseeing the administration of funds, and ensuring proper use of those funds. Miguel joined ASG-SBVC to improve student's life on campus, in the community, city, county, state and country. He is proud to represent the student's voice to School Administrators, State and Federal Congress. Upon joining ASG he was impressed with the level at which student leaders have demonstrated deep concern to improve the quality of life on campus, without showing any type of prejudice or attitude. Miguel also serves as the president of the College Democrats Club at SBVC, through this club he has advocated your civil rights within our school as well as outside. The club is also working on a proposal to publishers to provide the student College population texts in CD ROMS, to reduce their cost of publishing their material.

• What are your ASG goals for this year?
  
  To obtain ideas, participation and collaboration from all students across campus to improve our campus community.
  
  
• What are your hobbies?
  
  My hobbies are hiking, jogging, bicycling, swimming, reading and watching movies that stimulate the intellect. We are in the process of starting a hiking club on campus that will go on day long field trips within 50 miles of SBVC. Come join us!

Ryan Broderick currently serves as the Public Relations Director, ensuring vendor participation in the ASG Discount Sticker Program, promoting ASG issues and activities, and assisting clubs and other ASG Directors with advertizing and marketing. He also serves on the Enrollment Management Committee. Ryan joined the ASG-SBVC because he felt that he could contribute to creating a strong campus identity and foster a greater sense of community among the students. His primary goal for ASG is to increase the ASG Discount Sticker Program to at least 100 continuous vendors each year. In addition, Ryan hoped to be able to create a marketing campaign to inform students of all of the great services that the ASG provides and does for students at SBVC, and begin to foster a sense of campus pride at Valley College. In his spare time, Ryan is a member of the Gay-Straight Alliance and the Jewish Student Union. Off campus, he volunteers with a local youth organization.

• What is your reason for seeking higher levels of education?
  
  I want to continue my education because with knowledge, you can do almost anything if you prepare for it.
  
  
• Describe yourself in three words.
  
  In three words, I'd have to say I'm hardworking, pensive yet funny.

Dezerea Pinedo-Navarros currently serves at the Campus Events Director, ensuring events and activities for the student body. She joined ASG because she wanted to take part in something she felt was important to SBVC. This year, Dezerea hopes to offer events that give back to our students. During her tenure, she assisted in organizing the campus wide giving thanks food drive, collecting donations from across campus to ensure that students in need had a Thanksgiving meal. In addition to her role in ASG, Dezerea serves as the manager for the Cheer and Dance Club at SBVC.

• In what ways would you say that being a member of the Associated Student Government has broadened your knowledge, and or, involvement with SBVC as a whole?
  
  Being in ASG has showed me how important it is for students to make their opinion heard, in matters that will not only affect the campus but the students as well.
  
   
• What is your reason for seeking higher levels of education?
  
  I feel that in order to truly succeed in life and to have a sense of accomplishment I need to conquer my biggest challenge which has and currently is school.