Special Interest Seat Senators

		Hispanic-American Senator Juan Jose Garcia jjgarcia@smu.edu Classification: Junior Hometown: Dallas, Texas Major(s): Political Science, Philosophy, and Spanish Personal Statement: This year I would like serve the Hispanic-American community and voice their interests and concerns along with the SMU student body while bringing positive change and passing relevant legislation.

		Asian-American Senator Tomin Kozhimala tkozhimala@smu.edu Classification: Junior Hometown: Lewisville, Texas Major(s): Computer Engineering Personal Statement: I wish to be a representative and to speak on the behalf of the Asian-American community. My goal is to voice the concerns of the student body and to leave a lasting impact on the university.

		African-American Senator Shanitah Young seyoung@smu.edu Classification: Junior Hometown: San Diego, California Major(s): Spanish and Political Science Personal Statement: This year in senate I hope to be proactive, constantly thinking of ways to better represent and serve the student body. I will do my best to remember and speak on behalf of the special interest groups.

		International Senator Jingjing Yang jyang@smu.edu Classification: Sophomore Hometown: Shenzhen, China Major(s): Business Personal Statement: As an International Senator, I wish to look after the welfare of SMU international students and be their voice. I will also initiate positive changes to the entire student body.