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RepresentAsian

RepresentAsian is the Asian Presidents’ Council’s new initiative dedicated to increasing APIDA (Asian American Pacific Islander Desi American) representation within Texas A&M’s Student Government through resources, workshops, and mentorship. RepresentAsian is a cohort-based program specifically for Aggies who are interested in representing the APIDA community through their involvement with Student Senate. The program aims to make their transition in Student Senate as smooth as possible, and produce the most well-rounded candidates to represent APIDA Aggies voices.

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Mission: To provide a platform and network to encourage Asian American Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Aggies to participate in Student Government Association’s Student Senate.

 

RepresentAsian enables increased APIDA student representation in an important civic outlet, and serves as a voice for the APIDA community here on campus. This program emphasizes the important of having elected officials that share the APIDA background and experience within a diverse campus community, and increases the importance and visibility of historically underrepresented student issues.

“You cannot change any society unless you take responsibility for it, unless you see yourself as belonging to it and responsible for changing it.” – Grace Lee Boggs 

How To Apply

Goals

By the end of this 2 semester program, participants would have gained:

 

  1. A strong understanding and exposure to the election process 

  2. Strengthened written and public speaking skills and ability to manage responsibilities

  3. Funded aid in covering some costs and services associated with election campaigning

  4. Increased awareness of APIDA issues within and beyond the TAMU campus

  5. Access to mentorship from previously successfully elected APIDA candidates

  6. A strong network within the APIDA Aggie community

  7. The opportunity to reach out to a large community of APIDA Aggie voters

Application Process

For student interested in applying, you must follow a two-phase process:

 

Phase 1: Applicants must complete and submit the RepresentAsian application. The form should present the candidate’s values, views on current TAMU issues, and communication/ writing skills.

 

Phase 2: Once applications close, a sign up link for scheduling interviews will be sent out to those who have completed step one. Step two consists of a 15-20 minute interview for each of the candidates. One to three members of APC can be present during each interview.

 

Candidates that show the best potential for success within our program will then be selected and notified of their acceptance into RepresentAsian!

 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Director of Civic Engagement, Kelly Zhou. 

Q&A

What is RepresentAsian?

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 RepresentAsian is the Asian Presidents’ Council’s new initiative dedicated to increasing APIDA (Asian American Pacific Islander Desi American) representation within Texas A&M’s community through resources, workshops, and mentorship.

 

What are the benefits of joining RepresentAsian?

 

  • A strong understanding and exposure to the election process

  • Strengthen written and public speaking skills and ability manage multiple responsibilities 

  • Increased awareness of APIDA issues within and beyond the TAMU campus

  • Assistance in some costs and services associated with election campaigning 

  • Building a strong network within the APIDA Aggie community

  • Multiple opportunities to reach out to a large community of APIDA Aggie student voters

 

How much does it cost to participate in the program?

 

It is FREE! We will assist with some costs associated with the election and campaign process

 

How do I apply to be a part of the RepresentAsian cohort?

 

Application can be found here.

 

What is the time commitment and requirement for RepresentAsian?

 

  • It is a 2 semester commitment.

  • If you are selected to participate in RepresentAsian, the following are the requirements for the program:

    • First semester as RepresentAsian candidate

      • Host an APC general meeting/event/program and use this meeting as a way to discuss legislation/bill ideas and general concerns with APIDA constituents

      • Attend monthly RepresentAsian meetings

      • Attend 1 social event and 1 service event from any APIDA-affiliated organizations

    • Second semester as RepresentAsian Ambassador:

      • Serve as a mentor for the next cohort of RepresentAsian candidate

      • Attend monthly RepresentAsian meetings

      • Attend 2 APC General Meetings to continue networking with the APIDA Aggie community.

 

Why should I run for Senate - Student Government?

 

As a student senator, you have the ability to make an impact on the university and become a representative for the student body.

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