Vice President of Communications & Events

Statement:

Hello friends! My name is Jing, and I’m beyond excited to run for Vice President of Communication and Events for GSA! I’ve always believed that COMMUNITY MATTERS, especially for graduate students - how we support, celebrate, and show up for each other, MATTERS! Communication, connection, and shared experiences are what turn a group of us into a vibrant, supportive, empowered community—and that’s exactly what I want to continue building with you.

As the former President of the Graduate Students Association in Education, I’ve had the honor of leading and working alongside an incredible council to plan graduate events, support student life, and make sure our voices were heard by faculty and the university. I’ve also served as a GSA Representative in the General Assembly for the past three years, where I’ve been actively involved in important conversations shaping graduate events and responding to the needs of our diverse student body.

But more than any title or experience, this role speaks to my personal passion and life-long goal: bringing people together. Whether it’s grad club events for a group of interested folks or a big cross-campus event, I believe thoughtful communication and meaningful interaction are the heart of community care.

If elected, I’ll work hard to ensure our events are inclusive, joyful, and reflect what you want and need. I’ll also make communication more transparent, more engaging, and more accessible—so you always know what’s happening and how to get involved. And of course, I welcome your ideas, feedback, and collaboration every step of the way! I look forward to co-creating wonderful grad experiences with y’all!