The Elections Period for positions on the Executive Board of the Baruch Honors Student Council (HSC) will be from Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00PM EST to Friday, May 2, 2025 at 5:00PM EST*. For the current election, the position term will be for the academic year 2025-26 (June 2025 to May 2026). All honors students will be invited to vote by email at their Baruch student email address.
Interested students can learn more about the available positions on the Executive Board and submit their statement of interest to run by completing this form before 11:59PM EST on Friday, April 25, 2025.
The Honors Student Council (HSC) works with Honors Program staff to address the needs of Honors students. The HSC is responsible for offering a student perspective on the program and its policies, planning and producing special events, developing new initiatives, and advancing student interests by communicating regularly with the Honors Program Staff Advisors to HSC.
Candidate Bios
Candidates for President of HSC
- Khushi Gandhi (BSCH ’26): Inspired by the incredible experience of working with the Honors Student Council since last October, I am eager to pursue a leadership position as HSC President for the upcoming academic year. Through my involvement with the Honors Program as an HSC representative and an Honors Program Ambassador, I have developed skills such as communication, leadership, and project management, invaluable to my potential role as President. I consistently demonstrate these skills by efficiently completing event tasks, communicating with multiple parties, and taking initiative in all my responsibilities. As a candidate for this role, I will utilize the Honors Student Council’s platform to create impactful events and initiatives that will strengthen the honors community.
- Jazmine Soberano (MHC ’27): As a full-time undergraduate student, I am currently maintaining a diverse set of responsibilities while expressing my creativity and leadership skills. Being actively involved with small businesses and community volunteering honed my perseverance and adaptability. As a social media coordinator for Books and Beyond at Baruch, a content creator for Macaulay Honors College, an assistant manager at a restaurant, a marketing intern, and a member of GreenThumb, I intend to use my diverse experiences for advocacy by teaching the power of awareness through Macaulay Honors and Baruch. By helping others, it not only helps them, but it helps me get a deeper understanding of how to communicate in the business world. That is what I hope to achieve with being your 2025-2026 President!
Candidates for General Vice President of HSC
- Farah Haq (PROV ’26): Being part of HSC has been one of the most rewarding parts of my Honors experience, and I’m excited to step up as General Vice President to keep that momentum going. As VP of Community Service this past year, I helped organize events like our Care Package Drive, where we delivered 270 kits to Bowery Mission, and our CardzforKidz card-making event to spread positivity to children. These experiences helped me grow as a leader and team player, and showed me how meaningful it is to create opportunities for students to give back. I’ve been an active and reliable member of HSC, and I’m ready to continue supporting the team, bringing great ideas to the table, and helping everything run smoothly. I’d love the chance to give back even more to the Honors community next year!
Candidates for VP of Events of HSC
- Amina Radoncic (MHC ’28): I am thrilled to be running for this position and hope to be given the chance to serve the Baruch Honors community! My past experiences are adjacently aligned with the responsibilities needed to be a successful Vice President of Events: they showcase my productivity, communication skills, and leadership abilities. First, I am currently an English reading comprehension teacher at the Syrian Kids Foundation, where I plan and execute engaging lessons for my students; this works hand in hand with the thoughtful planning and coordination skills needed to plan successful events. Moreover, I am also treasurer for the Macaulay Pre-Law Club, where I consistently work alongside my fellow E-Board members to organize initiatives and make the best use of our funds. This position further highlights my ability to be proactive and coordinated, and I intend to use all of these skills to help the HSC thrive!
- Michelle Vasserman (MHC ’28): Hello everyone! My name is Michelle Vasserman and I have loved being part of the honors community, especially getting to plan events that bring people together and make college life more enjoyable. Over the past semester, I have organized activities as HSC VP of Events, from crafting Lego flowers with tons of active participation to hosting a relaxing paint by number art session, and I’m currently planning an ice cream social! Creating inviting environments where students can unwind, meet new people, and have fun has always been my top priority. I’ve worked diligently to organize supplies, stay within budget, and collaborate with others to bring creative ideas to life—skills that have grown my leadership and public speaking abilities tremendously. Additionally, I am also involved in the Macaulay Business Club event-planning committee where I co-organized a professional communication workshop for over 30 people and helped with our annual business conference. I look forward to using my experience and my passion to thoughtfully craft events to further strengthen our community and offer everyone something to enjoy!
Candidates for VP of Marketing of HSC
- Aniqa Amran (MHC ’28): I’m excited to run for this position because I love using media to build community and make student events more visible, engaging, and memorable. This past winter, I interned at Payne Capital Management, in Marketing where I created and managed digital content, and before that, I worked at Incite Pictures, a documentary film company, where I worked on creation and media as well. These experiences, along with my role as an Ambassador for the Macaulay Business Club, have made me super organized, creative, and a strong team collaborator. I’m passionate about making sure our Honors community feels super connected, seen, and informed about things going on through fun media. I’d love the chance to bring my skills to HSC and highlight all the amazing work we do across the platforms!
Candidates for VP of Community Service of HSC
- Ekamleen Kaur (PROV ’26): As an Honors student passionate about community engagement, I’m excited to work as the VP of Community Service. I’ve had experience coordinating volunteer effort. I enjoy creating opportunities that bring people together for a cause. I value efficiency and clear communication, which I’ll use to plan events that are both impactful and easy for students to get involved in. I’m confident I can contribute fresh ideas while supporting the Council’s mission.
- Shujayet Hossain (PROV ’26): As a Provost Scholar and someone closely connected with many honors students, I’ve seen firsthand how much stress community service requirements can cause. I’m eager to serve as VP of Community Service because I strongly believe I can transform this process into one that is smooth, accessible, and enjoyable for my fellow honors students. By leveraging my diverse experience in volunteering for various domestic and international organizations including teaching English to non-native speakers and helping build cottages for refugees in Bangladesh, I bring both experience and commitment to this role. If elected, I will work diligently to ensure that fulfilling and documenting community service hours is no longer a matter of anxiety, but rather an opportunity for meaningful engagement and personal growth.
Candidates for Treasurer of HSC
- Jelenny Lopez (BSCH ’27): I’m excited to apply for the Treasurer role because I truly enjoy being detail-oriented and organized, which are key aspects of the position. Through my involvement in the Honors Student Council and as an Honors Program Ambassador, I’ve learned how to manage responsibilities effectively while supporting campus events and initiatives with presentations, speeches, and panels, to name a few. My experience at the Undergraduate Admissions Office strengthened my skills in communication, record-keeping, and multitasking, all of which are essential for maintaining accurate notes and managing finances. With a strong background in public speaking and team collaboration, I’m confident I can help keep HSC organized, on track, and thriving. I’m eager to bring my dedication and positive energy to the team.
Candidates for Secretary of HSC
- Bianca Leung (PROV ’27): Motivated by the passion to contribute back to our Honors Student Council, I am striving to be your Secretary for 2025-2026! As the VP for Ascend’s professional development program, I am confident that my work ethic and time management will allow me to efficiently manage our initiatives throughout the academic year. In addition, my previous experience as an intern in NYCB fortified my skills with Excel in documenting, record-keeping, and maintaining databases. Lastly, my experiences working in Baruch’s New Students Program and Undergraduate Advisement Office both enhance my abilities to be a good communicator, time manager and team player. I am confident that all these skills will make me the ideal candidate to be your Honors Student Council Secretary; I will not let HSC down!
Candidate Advertising & Campaign Guidelines
The official campaigning period for the Baruch Honors Student Council Election begins on the first day that Candidate Bio Statements are accepted and ends on the last day of voting. During this time period, candidates may share their candidacy on social media and post flyers in the honors study spaces at Baruch. Candidates must follow the rules pertaining to flyers and advertising materials at Baruch, and cannot remove or cover another candidate’s posted campaign material.
Candidates should:
- Post their intentions to run on social media or other platforms to engage with their peers.
- Speak with their constituents about their intentions to run, as well as what they hope to accomplish in office.
- Educate their peers on the importance of their vote, the voice in the community and the role of the Baruch Honors Student Council.
- Encourage all of their classmates to vote in the election.
Please note that advertising and campaign materials may not be used to attack, smear, or insult another candidate. Additionally, candidates may not use incentives of any kind to persuade students to vote for them, including cash, food, and refreshments. Breaking of these rules can result in a candidate’s disqualification. Candidate statements may not be altered for content after they are submitted.
If you suspect a candidate is violating campaign guidelines, reach out to [email protected].
