Our Executive Officers are available for any questions or advocacy areas you’d like to discuss. UCGPC is committed to serving the graduate community, and communication is a cornerstone of this mission.
Stephanie Valadez (she/ella), President
president@ucgpc501c3.org
Harvir Kaur, Vice President
vicepresident@ucgpc501c3.org
Ramiro Cabanillas-Ledesma, Secretary
secretary@ucgpc501c3.org
Melanie Girod, Treasurer
treasurer@ucgpc501c3.org

Basic Needs: Share your challenges related to food, housing, and transportation. Your experiences matter, and we're here to advocate to improve your experiences.
Mentorship Standards: Facing issues with advisors or principal investigators? Let us know—we're dedicated to fostering a positive academic environment by advocating for policy change.
Student-Parent Needs: From childcare concerns to advisor flexibility and family housing, we're here to fight for the unique needs of student-parents.
Mental Health and Wellness: Your well-being is a priority. Share your thoughts on mental health support so we can better advocate for your needs.
Civic Engagement: Engage in discussions on freedom of speech, voting, political backlash, and advocacy. Let's collaboratively create an environment that values civic engagement.
Discrimination: If you've faced discrimination based on your race, gender identity, religion, citizenship, and/or dis/ability, reach out. We're committed to promoting equity and justice.
Your valuable input will shape our discussions with decision-makers. Together, let's build a stronger, more inclusive graduate and professional student community!
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