{"id":135,"date":"2017-07-17T20:25:56","date_gmt":"2017-07-17T20:25:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nau.edu\/graduate-college\/?page_id=135"},"modified":"2026-02-23T02:02:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T02:02:35","slug":"representatives-and-officers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/representatives-and-officers\/","title":{"rendered":"Representatives and Officers"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>NAU Graduate Student Government<\/h1>\n<h3>Advocating for all graduate students at NAU<\/h3>\n<p>The NAU Graduate Student Government (GSG) represents and advocates for the graduate student body within the university administration and local, state, and national governing bodies. If you are interested in one of the vacant positions, please email GSG@nau.edu.<\/p>\n<h3>2025-2026 Graduate Student Government Directors<\/h3>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13701 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/PhoenixEskridgeAldamaPicture-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Professional headshot of Phoenix Eskridge Aldama\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><strong>Phoenix Eskridge-Aldama, <\/strong>President<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Phoenix Eskridge-Aldama<\/strong> is a PhD Candidate in the Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability program at Northern Arizona University. Her main research interest is environmental political science, particularly climate change and political mechanisms of obstruction to climate action. She attended the University of Arizona for her B.A. in Environmental Studies, with minors in Spanish, Government and Public Policy, and Geoscience. As the previous Director of Climate Action here at NAU, she has created the Climate Action Committee student club in order to get students involved in campus sustainability projects. As the Graduate Student Government President at NAU, Phoenix is dedicated to amplifying student voices and advancing sustainability initiatives across campus and beyond.<br \/>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10747 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/3.-CHIEF-OF-STAFF_Jennifer_Lee-150x150.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/3.-CHIEF-OF-STAFF_Jennifer_Lee-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/3.-CHIEF-OF-STAFF_Jennifer_Lee-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/3.-CHIEF-OF-STAFF_Jennifer_Lee-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>Jennifer Lee, Vice President of Internal Affairs<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Jennifer Lee<\/strong> is a Clinical Psychology doctoral student at the NAU North Valley campus. She participates in research and advocates for autism awareness. At NAU, she is a Culturally Centered Addictions Research Training (C-CART) scholar and is working towards outreach for substance use\/addiction in underserved communities. Her study interests also include cultural influences on mental health stigma, childhood development, and health psychology. Born and raised in AZ, Jennifer tries to avoid the heat by building Legos, volunteering, or watching Grey\u2019s Anatomy. As a first-generation Asian-American graduate student in her family, she hopes to build personal connections in her role while supporting other graduate students to thrive at NAU.<br \/>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>Cosmos Ansah, Vice President of External Affairs<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Cosmos Ansah<\/strong> is a PhD student in Political Science at NAU. He completed both his bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s in Ghana, where he hails from. Cosmos is driven by a strong curiosity about environmental institutions and how they are designed to tackle cooperation problems. His passion for environmental politics stems from his desire to contribute to sustainable environmental governance. When he&#8217;s not immersed in learning and research, you can find him on the soccer field, exploring hiking trails, or enjoying a refreshing swim. graduate students to thrive at NAU.<br \/>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>Doris Amoakohene, Director of Special Events<\/h4>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>Samuel Hopkins, Co-Director of the Poster Symposium<\/h4>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>Mehwish Maria Hameed, Co-Director of the Poster Symposium<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Mehwish Maria Hameed<\/strong> is a PhD student in Political Science. She holds master&#8217;s degrees in Education, International Relations, and English Literature and boasts over a decade of university-level teaching experience in Pakistan. Her research centers on conflict resolution through international organizations, particularly those addressing climate change-induced conflicts. Mehwish&#8217;s academic prowess is matched only by her adventurous spirit. She finds joy in skydiving, hiking, and expressing her creativity through cooking. Her academic journey underscores her dedication to education, while her research reflects her commitment to addressing pressing global challenges.<br \/>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-13823 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Collins-Website-picture-scaled-e1762543787675-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Collins Chukwunonso Ezea Headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Collins-Website-picture-scaled-e1762543787675-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Collins-Website-picture-scaled-e1762543787675-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Collins-Website-picture-scaled-e1762543787675-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>Collins Chukwunonso Ezea, Director of Inclusive Excellence &amp; Access<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Collins Chukwunonso Ezea<\/strong>, is a second-year Master\u2019s student in Applied Sociology at Northern Arizona University. Originally from Nigeria, where he earned a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Social Work from the University of Nigeria, Collins brings a global and culturally grounded perspective to his academic and professional work. His research focuses on mental health and global health, with a particular interest in addressing disparities that impact underserved communities. He is committed to advancing innovative, inclusive solutions that promote psychological well-being and health equity across diverse populations. Collins believes that mental health is foundational to human development and social stability, and he is passionate about using research to inform policies and programs that support holistic care.<\/p>\n<p>He is committed to fostering an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone\u2019s unique perspectives are valued. With a strong sense of empathy, integrity, and cross-cultural sensitivity, Collins strives to build bridges between communities and promote meaningful dialogue. In addition to his academic work, Collins is an experienced freelance writer, skilled in crafting content that educates and inspires. By combining academic insight with clear communication, he contributes to creating more inclusive, informed, and compassionate spaces\u2014both within and beyond the university setting.<br \/>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>Nayeem Hasan, International Student Representative<\/h4>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-13706 size-thumbnail alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/office-graduate-professional-studies\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Stock placeholder of a headshot\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/320\/Default-Headshot-Image-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>Megan Marshall, Director of Marketing &amp; Media<\/h4>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Graduate Student Government College Representatives<\/h3>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">College of Arts and Letters<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Jizel Gomez<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">College of Education<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Christopher Tennefos<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">College of the Environment, Forestry &amp; Natural Sciences<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Gavin Moriarty<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">College of Health &amp; Human Services<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Alexa Lynn<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">College of Social &amp; Behavioral Sciences<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Megan Marshall<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Steve Sanghi College of Engineering<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Emmanuella Tagoe<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">W.A. Franke College of Business<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Daniel Solis<\/p>\n<hr role=\"separator\" class=\"hr--transparent hr--transparent-15px not-in-view\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NAU Graduate Student Government Advocating for all graduate students at NAU The NAU Graduate Student Government (GSG) represents and advocates for the graduate student body within the university administration and local, state, and national governing bodies. 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