It would probably be easier to make a list of the student government initiatives Tommy Contreras was not a part of last quarter. From working to denormalize the presence of contracted security on campus to hosting a financial literacy night for student organizations, Contreras has proven himself to be an effective and passionate internal vice president. Read more...

Photo: Tommy Contreras is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Contreras prioritized students and excelled in his role as internal vice president. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

As external vice president, Sherry Zhou is committed to advocating for students’ basic needs and informing the student body about power structures within the UC system. Read more...

Photo: Sherry Zhou is pictured above. The Editorial Board argues Zhou made strides to improve student engagement as external vice president. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

This post was updated Jan. 21 at 4:18 p.m. Jayha Buhs-Jackson campaigned on four primary items — prioritizing community needs, health and safety reform, ethical use of student tuition and diversity, equity and inclusion preservation. Read more...

Photo: Jayha Buhs-Jackson is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Buhs-Jackson partnership with different campus groups has greatly benefited the student body. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

This post was updated Jan. 17 at 7:54 p.m. Brett Berndt is clearly committed to representing the student body, and one can hear the palpable passion and pride in his voice as he describes the meaning he derives from his work. Read more...

Photo: Brett Berndt is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Berndt fought for better transportation and transfer access. Yet, his transparency has been uneven. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

Cristopher Espino has a bright career in politics ahead of him. He creates services geared towards the student body that redefine and re-emphasize the importance of the academic affairs commissioner. Read more...

Photo: Cristopher Espino is pictured above. The Editorial Board argues Espino has re-defined the role of his USAC office in students’ lives and created new opportunities. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

It is clear that Hyerim Yoon is a competent and enthusiastic leader. She undoubtedly understands the struggles facing transfer Bruins, and she is tackling them head-on. Read more...

Photo: Hyerim Yoon is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Yoon has worked diligently to advocate for transfer students and is excited to see what she does throughout the rest of the year for the transfer community. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

This post was updated Jan. 16 at 6:52 p.m. Talia Davood is clearly committed to being a Undergraduate Students Association Council officer. She has walked the walk when it comes to transparency, opening herself to challenging questions from both the Daily Bruin and in her office hours. Read more...

Photo: Talia Davood is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Davood has shown commitment to the student body, but failed to accomplish some campaign promises. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)