Hello! My name is John Cho (조인수) and I'm a junior from Newport News, VA, studying Public Health & Data Science.

As a first-generation low-income student, many of my struggles have been rooted by the lack of a strong support system and difficulty navigating the resources at W&M. I believe that every single student has the right to have access and equity in resources for success. Experiencing the impacts of marginalization has allowed me to develop a sincere empathy and passion for advocacy, which motivated me to join Student Assembly.

I currently serve as the Student Assembly (SA) Chief of Staff and help manage our nine Executive Departments in developing and implementing initiatives on behalf of the student body. I work in all policy areas in SA ranging from Health & Safety to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Previously, I served as the Secretary of Sustainability and led all sustainability-related policy for SA. I helped implement the compost system on-campus, increased student representation on the Committee on Sustainability, and worked on several other initiatives with the Office of Sustainability and Dining Sustainability. In addition, I represent the student body on the Board of Visitors Committee on the Student Experience, President's Aides, Provost's Working Group on Academic Stress, Provost's Climate Working Group, and Dean of Arts & Sciences Advisory Board. Through these experiences, I have come to genuinely appreciate the value and impact of student voices. Every voice, every experience, every story is valid. If elected, I will fight to make sure you are heard.

W&M Involvements: Orientation Area Director, former Freshman Resident Assistant (GO BOT!), Health Outreach Peer Educators, Tour Guide, Griffin Ambassador, Phi Gamma Delta/FIJI, Alpha Phi Omega, Inaugural Member of the Courageous Leadership & Authentic Excellence Fellowship, Administrative Coordinator for the Food Recovery Network, Courageous Leadership Institute Facilitator, Health Careers Club Pre-Med Mentor, Kinesiology/Public Health Teaching Assistant

Outside Involvements: EMS Lieutenant/EMT for Isle of Wight Rescue Squad, Field Training Officer for American Medical Response, CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor with the Peninsula Center for Life Support, Virginia Emergency Medical Reserve Corps

Feel free to contact me!

jicho@wm.edu | LinkedIn | Instagram

Hi there! My name is Jasmin Martinez. I'm a Junior from Annandale, VA, studying Biology and Kinesiology with a concentration in Public Health on a pre-med track.

When I first walked on campus, I found myself brimming with joy and hope for the journey ahead. However, these feelings were short-lived as I started to look around me. I was a first-generation, Latine student who had big aspirations but felt that I lacked a support network. I had an overwhelming feeling of imposter syndrome which made me think, did I truly belong here?

As I began to join clubs and organizations, I was met with a warm hug and William & Mary began to feel like home. Being a part of these organizations taught me the value of inclusivity and kindness and the necessity of both in fostering a welcoming atmosphere. They ultimately create a sense of community which is vital for effective and sustainable change. Now, I strive to extend that warm embrace I once received to everyone I meet by being welcoming, compassionate, and listening to those who allow me to hear their story. By doing so, I hope to continue the work of building community.

Although I haven't been directly involved with Student Assembly, I have collaborated on various initiatives across campus to benefit our community, therefore I bring a unique outside perspective. I understand the disconnect often felt between students and Student Assembly. John and I aim to be transparent about our work and recognize the people working alongside us to ensure all voices are heard and acknowledged. We know it can take a village to create the change we want to see– a vote for us is a vote to be part of that effort to build community together.

W&M Involvements: Marketing Chair for the Latin American Student Union, Volunteer Coordinator and Counselor for Kesem, Publicist for MindVersity, part of the SOMOS research team, Courageous Leadership Institute Facilitator, Peer Advisor to the Class of 2025, and a Tour Guide

Outside Involvements: Spanish interpreter at the Olde Town Medical and Dental Center of Williamsburg, Volunteer for the Virginia Medical Reserve Corps in Fairfax County, Election Worker for the Virginia Department of Elections in Fairfax County, and an English Language Volunteer for ENGin

Feel free to contact me!

jrmartinez01@wm.edu | LinkedIn | Instagram