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ASUU is an organization made by the students, for the students, because of students. Every student at the University of Utah is a member of the association and can actively participate in all activities, committees, events, and initiatives. The Student Governance and Leadership team is here to support our students and guide their visions to reality on campus. Meet the Student Governance and Leadership team and get involved today!

Sierra Canela

Director for Student Governance & Leadership
 801-581-6867
 scanela@sa.utah.edu

Sierra Canela

Director for Student Governance & Leadership
Sierra serves as the Director of Student Governance and Leadership. She oversees the seven professional staff members in the SLI office, advises student leaders, facilitates leadership development opportunities for students, and supports engagement with student organizations and the campus community. Sierra received her MPA from SUU and is currently pursuing a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy here on campus. Sierra is passionate about supporting historically marginalized identities on campus and promoting inclusive excellence in the ASUU Office and within Student Affairs. Sierra is fluent in American Sign Language and in her free time enjoys running, painting, and traveling to new places.
 801-581-6867
 scanela@sa.utah.edu

Michael Ryan Cesena

Associate Director for Student Leadership & Outreach
 mcesena@sa.utah.edu

Michael Ryan Cesena

Associate Director for Student Leadership & Outreach
 mcesena@sa.utah.edu

Sijani Giri

Associate Director for Budget & Finance
 801-587-7342
 sgiri@sa.utah.edu
 M, T, W: On-Campus 8:00am-5:00pm
   Th, F: Remote 8:00am-5:00pm

Sijani Giri

Associate Director for Budget & Finance
Sijani serves as an Associate director of Budget and Finance for Student engagement. She has a diverse background in management, education, healthcare, and team leadership. Sijani has a Master’s in public Administration and Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene. Before starting on our team, she has worked as an educator for Salt Lake Community College, practiced in various private clinics as a dental hygienist, and has managed one of the biggest retail stores in Utah. When she is not at work, she loves to hike, go out in the nature, travel and spend time with her two daughters, her fur baby and her partner.
 801-587-7342
 sgiri@sa.utah.edu
 M, T, W: On-Campus 8:00am-5:00pm
   Th, F: Remote 8:00am-5:00pm

Andre Montoya

Finance Assistant
 801-581-2788
 amontoya@sa.utah.edu

Andre Montoya

Finance Assistant
 801-581-2788
 amontoya@sa.utah.edu

Ethan Foley

Student Governance Advisor
 801-587-7338
 efoley@sa.utah.edu
 M - F: On Campus 9:00am - 6:00pm

Ethan Foley

Student Governance Advisor
Ethan serves as the Student Governance Advisor for ASUU, and advises the Assembly, Senate, Supreme Court, Attorney General, Academic Affairs Board, Elections Board, and Government Relations Board. As the advisor for the Legislative & Judicial branches of ASUU, Ethan is responsible for managing and maintaining governance operations and coaching students through strategy, implementation, and evaluation of legislation, student-led initiatives, public relations, and communications. Ethan earned his Master of Arts in Higher Education, Student Affairs, and International Education Policy at the University of Maryland – College Park, and his Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Vermont. In his free time, Ethan enjoys watching hockey and college sports, and takes every opportunity to get outside through hiking, camping, cycling, and running.
 801-587-7338
 efoley@sa.utah.edu
 M - F: On Campus 9:00am - 6:00pm

Kefa Abakuki

Student Governance Assistant
 kabakuki@sa.utah.edu

Kefa Abakuki

Student Governance Assistant
 kabakuki@sa.utah.edu

Marissa Questereit

Programming Advisor
  801-587-7341
 mquestereit@sa.utah.edu
 M, T, W, Th: On-Campus 8:30am-5:30pm, F: Remote 8:30pm-5:30pm

Marissa Questereit

Programming Advisor
[10:46 AM] MARISSA BROOKE QUESTEREIT Marissa is the ASUU Programming Advisor, and is passionate about bringing the student vision to life. Through advising Marissa focuses on mentoring students to understand the ins and outs of program planning. Marissa earned her Master of Education from The University of Utah in the department of Educational Leadership and Policy and earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication from Weber State University. In her free time Marissa enjoys spending time with her cat Lucy, watching basketball, reading and listening to music.
  801-587-7341
 mquestereit@sa.utah.edu
 M, T, W, Th: On-Campus 8:30am-5:30pm, F: Remote 8:30pm-5:30pm

Jazmyn Doughty

Campus Events Assistant
 jdoughty@sa.utah.edu

Jazmyn Doughty

Campus Events Assistant
Jazmyn is the Campus Event Assistant for Student Leadership and Involvement. She is pursuing her bachelor's in Games with a minor in Animation. She is originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, and enjoys drawing, video games, traveling, and hanging out with her friends whenever possible.
 jdoughty@sa.utah.edu

Katie Howell

Program Coordinator
 801-587-7344
 khowell@sa.utah.edu
 M, W, Th, F: On-Campus 8:00am-5:00pm, T: Remote 8:00pm-5:00pm

Katie Howell

Program Coordinator
Katie is the Program Coordinator for Student Leadership and Involvement. Katie earned her Master of Arts in General Psychology from California State University, Stanislaus and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Brigham Young University Idaho. She is originally from California and enjoys hiking, crafting, and hosting murder mystery parties in her free time.
 801-587-7344
 khowell@sa.utah.edu
 M, W, Th, F: On-Campus 8:00am-5:00pm, T: Remote 8:00pm-5:00pm

Office Hours & Location


Our office is located in the A. Ray Olpin Union Building in Ste. 234 (ASUU), in the Student Involvement Wing.

Fall 2024 office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm.