Promotions
This board's goal is to connect new and existing members to AkbayanSJSU whether it be through direct interaction or through our social media. We're here to keep you involved, informed, and entertained.
Public Relations Officers focus on maintaining a direct line of contact between the cabinet and the general members so all members are informed about events, workshops, programs, and other activities involve with the organization.
Media Officers focus on producing visual content for our general members to keep them informed on important dates, workshops, and events as well as providing entertainment throughout the year with videos and other media content.
Public Relations
What's up everyone!
My name is PJ Ligutan (he/him) and I'm a 4th year majoring in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health Education. I'm also extremely honored to be serving as 1/2 of your PR Officers for this academic year!
I joined Akbayan last year, as a transfer student, so I've only been in this organization for like a year but it's been so worthwhile since I pretty much did everything Akbayan had to offer. I got picked up, did Friendship Games, PCN, and Internship, shout out to my Masaya Interns!
Something unique about me though is that I'm referred to as a CODA(Child of Deaf Adults). So that means my parents are deaf and I grew up in a Filipino household that used sign language!
Fun fact, I adore coffee, and I have made a LOT of coffee too -- used to work as a barista and I really love designing latte art. I'm also that typical person that likes anime, kpop, video games, you name it -- I might even sink a LOT of time into MMORPGs.
If you ever want to connect or see what I got goin on in my life, feel free to add me on Instagram, @wearinmahpjs, and don't be afraid to say hi to me on campus, love meeting new people! Ingat "Take Care!"
Public Relations
Hi everyone!!!
My name is Jessica Zabat (she/her/hers), I’m a 3rd Year Psychology major, and I am proud to be serving as 1/2 of your Public Relations Officers for this academic year!
A bit about my hxtory in Akbayan ~ I first got picked up in Fall 2021 by my amazing Ate Xandria in Legendary Fam (#LoveLine ALWAYS). The following year in Fall 2022, I became a Masaya Intern and had the opportunity to learn more about myself, personally, culturally, and in leadership roles as well. At the same time in the fall, I participated in Friendship Games in the Roll Call aspect! Then, in Spring 2023, I picked up my beautiful firstborn ading, Ading Erika!
Some little things about me! I am very much a creative, artsy type of person! This includes crocheting, cooking, singing, and dancing. Emphasis on the singing ~ you might catch me around humming to Laufey, who I have been listening to a lot recently!
I’m looking forward to getting to know all of y’all! So please don’t hesitate to say hi! Or feel free to reach out to me on IG @jessidaa for a simple hello or even a song reccommendation as I’m always looking for a good tune here and there.
Media
What’s up everyone!
My name is Ryan Razon and my pronouns are he/him/his. I am a 2nd year Design Studies Major with a minor in Asian American Studies and I am serving as 1/3 of your Media Officers for this academic school year.
I’m in Aloha Fam and I was picked up in KAAMP Mahika of Fall 2022 by my Kuya Andrew! I was also in AK Cultural Dance Troupe as well as PCN 35: Hiraya Manawari! Lastly in Fall 2023, I picked up my firstborn Jomar!
One fun fact to know about me is that I’ve been playing the cello for the past seven years. This was one of those unexpected passions that I didn’t think I’d really enjoy doing. I also like making sketches while listening to music. The sounds from the songs I listen to kind of fuel the creativity that flows in my brain as I create artwork. I love listening to music similar to music from artists like Steve Lacy and Laufey!
I’m really excited to capture more memories with y’all and if y’all ever got any groovy music recomendations, feel free to reach to me on my IG: @ryvnlr where you can also learn more about me!
media
Hello to the lovely person reading this! My name is Ashley Arguilla and my pronouns are she/her/hers! I am currently a fourth year Environmental Studies major with a minor in Biology. I am very honored to be serving as 1/3 of your Media Officers for SOL 47!
My Akbayan experience started towards the tail-end of Covid. I was commuting back and forth to school, having to leave Akbayan events early just to drive back home. Despite not being as present as I wanted to be within the organization, I was still able to make connections that drew me back. The following year (my third year), I became a Masaya Intern and decided to work on my growth as a leader. Through my experiences hosting events and workshops for the first time, it led me to the position I am currently at right now, and I couldn’t be more grateful! Now, I get to use my creative abilities to showcase the home that Akbayan is.
Other ways I may express my creativity is through music, journaling, crotcheting— and I also love to read! Please message me on Instagram @thatashleylife, so that we can connect more!
All the Love,
Ashley.
media
Hello Hello Everyone! My name is Jake Ochoa! My pronouns are they/he and I’m a third-year Design Studies major and one third of your media officers for this year!
Giving a little bit about my previous experience in Akbayan, I was actually a Masaya intern last year, joining in the spring. I joined pretty much on a whim, so It’s been quite the journey growing into this position!
I’m from the East Bay and I love painting, typography, and all things art-related! I like working with bright colors and anything and everything that’s loud and bold.