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Legislative Branch

The Legislative Branch consists of nine elected representatives that serve one full term (one academic school year). All nine representatives have the power to vote. These representative positions include:
  • Eric Palomino
    Eric Palomino
    Academic Affairs
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7937
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    My name is Eric Palomino and I come from the city of Pasco, WA. I'm the first in my family to attend college and I'm extremely grateful for all the opportunities that EWU has given me in the past 3 years. This coming year I will be finishing my major in Business Administration emphasizing in Finance with an Economic and Spanish minor. Through the tools and experience that EWU has given me, my goals are to open and operate my own business. As a first generation student and an ASEWU representative, I feel confident that I will be able to identify and address issues that our fellow students may have with the help of our students, faculty, staff, and administration.

    Academic Affairs History:

    • 2011 - Present: Eric Palomino
    • 2010 - 2011: Clem Bustamante
    • 2009 - 2010: Nicolette Stanfill
    • 2008 - 2009: Dustin Massie
    • 2007 - 2008: Whitney Jones
    • 2006 - 2007: Michael V. Clawson
  • Hayden Indahl
    Hayden Indahl
    Athletic Affairs & University Advancement
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7966
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    Hi my name is Hayden Indahl and I am going to be a senior here at Eastern Washington. My major is Communications with an emphasis in Journalism and Public Relations. I am really excited for this year to learn more about student government and how to be a leader for the students. The opportunities I have been presented with I will not take for granted because they have huge responsibilities that I am ready to take under my wing. I am looking forward for what the year has to offer, if you ever want to meet up and talk about anything or just get to know me I am more than willing too. I want to be very available for my fellow students and what they need as a student body. Hope to see you around. GO EAGLES!

    Athletic Affairs & University Advancement History:

    • 2011 - Present: Hayden Indahl
    • 2010 - 2011: Johnathan A. Davis
    • 2009 - 2010: Makhai Borden (Spring 2010)
    • 2009 - 2010: Ray Greene (Fall 2009-Winter 2010)
    • 2008 - 2009: Colin Lowery
    • 2007 - 2008: Jerod Grant
    • 2006 - 2007: Erin K. Snodgross
  • Regina Steele
    Regina Steele
    Diversity Outreach
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7981
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    My name is Regina Steele. I am a Social Worker major. Diversity outreach is an important position in this university and for every student.  It is essential that all students on campus be shown the same dignity and respect without bias when participating in campus activities.  My position is going to allow me to experience the prejudice that students at EWU are facing and finding a way to eliminate it.  As the ASEWU Diversity Outreach representative I will be an advocate and voice for EWU students.

    Diversity Outreach History:

    • 2011 - Present: Regina Steele
    • 2010 - 2011: Shana Yamanaka
    • 2009 - 2010: Chris L.L. Miclat
    • 2008 - 2009: Carlo Calvillo
    • 2007 - 2008: Krissy Ann Van Meter
    • 2006 - 2007: Krissy Ann Van Meter
  • Kelly Baker
    Kelly Baker
    ASEWU Graduate Affairs
    509-359-2893
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    Graduate school brings a whole new level to our education; revealing to us a new level of stress, how important flexibility is, and opportunity to grow into our true identities. With the rigors of the graduate programs here at Eastern Washington University, graduate students need a representative with knowledge of these differences from the undergraduate experience. I will strive to keep our best interests in mind when decisions are made at the university level- especially regarding research, theses, dissertation and graduation dates.

    It is my goal to learn as much as possible about the graduate degree and certificate programs at Eastern Washington University in order to represent them equitably. I want to attend to even the small issues that make for a better experience, but are too often lost in the shuffle. Another goal of mine is to foster opportunities towards creating a graduate community in Cheney and at Riverpoint. In the workforce we are often working in interdisciplinary teams or consulting other fields of study. The more we can interface and learn about what others can offer through their education, the more effective we can become in our careers.

    I am an Occupational Therapy student attending most of my program at the Riverpoint campus and graduating in June. I am an avid soccer player and overall sports enthusiast - Go Eagles! I am a listener and helper by nature and love the feeling of accomplishing something to ease someone else's life. I truly believe that if you give someone the support they need to get an idea or project off the ground, improvement for all can occur. Lastly, I am not afraid to voice my opinion. I enjoy discussion, even contentious ones. There is a graceful way of representing students that allows for improvement on both sides of the discussion and I aim to do my best to make this happen.

  • Kelli Crawford
    Kelli Crawford
    Legislative Affairs
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-2893
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    During my time at EWU I've seen how budget cuts have affected our university. As an education major I know how important it is for our school to provide students with the training and experiences we need to succeed and I will fight to ensure those needs are met. I'm looking forward to working alongside the students, the city, and the state legislation to ensure our Eagles can "start something big" here at Eastern Washington University.

    Standing Committee:

    •  Review and Proposal Committee (R&P)

    Legislative Affairs History:

    • 2011 - Present: Kelli Crawford
    • 2010 - 2011: Jordan Johnston
    • 2009 - 2010: Kris Byrum
    • 2008 - 2009: Ashley Elliot
    • 2007 - 2008: Camille Anderson
    • 2006 - 2007: Nick Klein
  • Lena Lewis
    Lena Lewis
    Student Activities
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7981
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    My name is Lena Lewis and I am a pre-nursing major student. As student activities representative, I plan to increase student and club awareness of funds available and the EWU club obligations to remain funded.  Student activities are the heart of the university and provide diversified opportunities to the student body.  Having been involved with various campus clubs and organizations, I want to provide every students the same opportunity.

    Student Activities History:

    • 2011 - Present: Lena Lewis
    • 2010 - 2011: Crystal Medina
    • 2009 - 2010: Crystal Medina
    • 2008 - 2009: Dan Wilson
    • 2007 - 2008: Christie Greiner-Shelton
    • 2006 - 2007: Ried Hurtig

     

  • Rebecca Harrell
    Rebecca Harrell
    Student Health and Safety Services
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7937
    Fax: 509-359-4737

    My name is Rebecca Harrell and I will be a sophomore this year at EWU.  I am majoring in Public Relations.  I'm very excited to be a part of ASEWU this year and would really like to work to get the student body more involved with what is happening on campus.  As your Student Health and Safety Services representative I would love to get more input from the students on any safety concerns they may have.  Please feel free to contact me and share your thoughts.  Go Eags!

     

    Student Health & Safety Services History:

    • 2011 - Present: Rebecca Harrell
    • 2010 - 2011: Justin Filla
    • 2009 - 2010: Kenneth Hatzinikolis
    • 2008 - 2009: Rachael Fawcett
    • 2007 - 2008: Sam Shelton
    • 2006 - 2007: Ryan Conrath
    • 2005 - 2006: Ryan Conrath
  • Justin Filla
    Justin Filla
    Student Services/ Speaker Pro-Tem
    PUB 303
    Phone: 509-359-7981
    Fax: 509-359-

     I was raised in the small town of Cowiche in Central Washington. Kind of like Cheney there really wasn't much to do there. I came to Eastern for the small town atmosphere of Cheney but also with the positive of Spokane being so close. I am a first generation college student. I am also the youngest of four kids but I am the first to attend college. I am double majoring in both Criminal Justice and Social Work. My goal is to get my masters degree in Social Work and when I finish school I would like to use my degrees to work with delinquent youth to get them back on the right path in life. This will be my second year being a council representative for the ASEWU. I have noticed things that need to be changed and I hope I can make these changes occur. Some of these changes include lowering the cost of meal plans for students living on campus and working with the STA on their services. My main goal though is to have students enjoy their time here at Eastern.

     Standing Committee:

    • Review and Proposal Committee (R&P)

    Student Services History:

    • 2011 - Present: Justin Filla
    • 2010 - 2011: Kristine "KC" Caton
    • 2009 - 2010: Alex Kegel
    • 2008 - 2009: Patrick Anderson
    • 2007 - 2008: Cassandra Sykes
    • 2006 - 2007: Angie Waco
     

  • Steven Casteel
    Steven Casteel
    Technology Advancement
    PUB 303
    Phone: (509) 359-2514
    Fax: (509) 359-4737

    Our world is filled with extraordinary wonders that we have only just begun to understand. Thanks to recent scientific advances, I get to live more than twice as long as my ancestors and possibly much longer.  What an amazing thing it is to live here on earth in this day and age! How does Steven like to spend said days? Enjoying the outdoors, learning about science and new technology, writing and listening to music, enjoying the company of friends, slaying n00bs in video gam es, being creative with graphic design and video, and seeking new adventurous experiences wherever they may be found.

    Technology Advancement History:

    • 2011 - Present: Steven Casteel
    • 2010 - 2011: Jordan Poulos
    • 2009 - 2010: Collin D Schuler (Spring 2010)
    • 2009 - 2010: RayBob Fitzgerald (Fall 2009-Winter 2010)
    • 2008 - 2009: Michael Astle
    • 2007 - 2008: Justin Fry
    • 2006 - 2007: Evan Buelt
    • 2005 - 2006: Mark Carothers
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