January 14, 2025

Call to Order 

• Shiqi calls the meeting to order at 4:03 PM 

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Roll Call 

Senators	Present	Absent	Late	Excused
Shiqi Wang (Chair)	X
Rami Abukhater	X
Anish Shamarao	X
Lauren Hartono	X
Jin Gi Min	X

Interns	Present	Absent	Late	Excused
Jackie Wang	X
Jayven Huang	X
Myles Vongnakhone	X
Youn Thezin Aung (Jessica)		X
Michael Anderson Tran		X
Caden Ang		X
Aryen Palkar		X
Cyrus Nakar	X
Atharva Salkar	X
Melinda Nguyen	X
Lakshya	X
Audrey Tai	X
Allen Tran			X
John O'Sullivan			X
Min Thai		X
Min Pyae (Koi)	X
Kelvin (Kaung Htet Shein)	X
Ben Vahidi	X
Varshitha	X
Katelyn Yoo		X
Dhana Karthikeya Ventrapragada (Karthik)		X
Joseph Hua	X
Thu Tran				X
Julia Kuzniarz	X
VJ Lukka	X
Anh Tuan Tran (Daniel)				X
Ryan Yi				X
Jacob Chen	X
Ruben Alexander Pasaribu	X

Advisors	Present	Absent	Late	Excused
Dayna Swanson	X
Maritza Arreola	X

Guest
Kyi Sin Win Khant
Aye Min Htike
Nathan Huynh
Dali Guerrero
Ko Ko Lin Thant
Ella Yang
Francesca Pia Cacchione

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Approval of Minutes 

• November 26, 2024
• Moved by Jin, seconded by Lauren

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Public Comments 

• Cyrus: Please be on time and considerate of those attending these meetings.

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Advisor Announcements 

• Dayna: Wishing everyone a happy new year! Excited to see the new events unfold this quarter.

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Business Item 1

Title: Check-in

This item is to check in with members.

Presenters: All

Winter break experiences were shared.

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Business Item 2

Title: Talent Show Update

This item is to update logistics about the Talent Show

Presenters: Shiqi

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Business Item 3

Title: De-Stress Recap

This item is to recap past De-Stress events.

Presenters: Lauren, Jin Gi, All Intern

Discussion:

• Cyrus: People loved the dog attraction, but attendance was higher than expected (150-200 people). Future events should prepare accordingly.
• Shiqi: Considering larger venues for the next De-Stress event.
• Fiona: Setup should begin 1-2 hours before the event to avoid disruptions.
• Allen: Collaboration with Active Minds was great; more club collaborations should be encouraged.
• Fiona: Suggests including boba as an incentive.
• Shiqi: Boba is expensive; options include limiting amounts or increasing budget.
• Joseph: An RSVP system could help manage headcount.
• Ryan: Group segmentation needs better proctoring to prevent unnecessary disruptions.
• VJ: Supports RSVP but suggests keeping the event open to all.
• Audrey: Suggests planning De-Stress a week earlier to reduce last-minute stress.
• Allen: Suggests making DIY boba to reduce costs.

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Business Item 4

Title: Programs Winter Quarter Overview

This item is to provide an overview of winter quarter plans.

Presenters: Shiqi

• Vision: Creating a supportive, engaging environment through events.
• Mission: Hosting welcoming events to help students balance and connect.
• Upcoming Events:
  • Club Day: Organizing tabling efforts.
  • Love & Connections Day (Feb 12): Focus on friendship, not just couples.
  • Mini-Flea Market (Feb 18): Vendor engagement.
  • Talent Show Auditions (Feb 28): In-person auditions, video submissions for certain acts.
  • Resource Fair: Planning underway.
• Volunteers needed for marketing efforts.
• Seeking sponsors and additional logistical support.

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Business Item 5

Title: Mini-Flea Planning

This item is to plan for this quarter's Mini-Flea Market.

Presenters: Rami, Anish, Interns

Discussion:

• Allen: Suggests incorporating mini-games (e.g., darts) and vendor discounts.
• Guest: Possible Valentine’s Day theme with club collaborations.
• Cyrus: Jewelry vendors attracted attention; theme could focus on gift-giving.

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Business Item 6

Title: Club Day Planning

This item is to plan for Club Day tabling.

Presenters: Lauren, Jin Gi, Interns

• Volunteers needed; contact Lauren and Jin.

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Business Item 7

Title: Winter Event Planning

This item is to plan for the upcoming Love & Connection Day.

Presenters: Lauren, Jin Gi, Interns

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Introduction and Approval of Prospective Interns 

• None

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Public Comments 

• None

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Adjournment 

• Shiqi adjourned the meeting at 4:57 PM.