Klesse Student Advisory Council (KSAC)

Diego Valdes Cavazos

President

Hometown: Monterrey, Mexico

Major: Biomedical Engineering,senior

What are you excited about this year?  I am really excited to organize events that support the student body professionally or socially, but also to get closer to the Klesse College!

Fun fact: I own over 50 house plants! 

Ashley Motola

VP Events Management

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Biomedical Engineering, Sophomore

What are you excited about this year?:  This year I am excited to get more involved with the Klesse College community. I look forward to collaborating with bright individuals from different majors and learning as much as I can from everyone!

Fun fact: I love Latin music it's my go-to playlist for any occasion. Whether it's reggaeton, salsa, or bachata!

Adriana Cortes

VP of RSO Relations

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Biomedical Engineering, Junior

What are you excited about this year? I am excited to meet new students and become more involved in Klesse!

Fun fact: I love music and I know how to play 3 instruments!

Brooke Candela

VP of Marketing/Communication

Name: Brooke Candela

Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX

Major: Mechanical Engineering, Senior

What are you excited about this year? I'm excited to begin my senior year with a very involved organization and amazing council members.

Fun fact: A fun fact about me is that I have a dog who you will see on campus with me often! Her names Willo and come over and say hello if you see us!

Daniella Mosquera Florez

VP of Community Engagement

Hometown: Mexico City

Major: Biomedical Engineering, Sophomore

What are you excited about this year? I'm excited to connect with the diverse Klesse student body, get involved with Klesse College, and embrace the opportunities UTSA offers, while fostering a culture of service and innovation on campus to make lasting memories.

Fun fact: I am a saltwater aquarist. I take care of a variety of saltwater fishes and corals.

Mark Lopez

VP of Downtown Affairs

Hometown: Kyle, TX

Major: Architecture, Graduate

What are you excited about this year? I am excited to become more involved with both campuses and enrich the lives of my downtown community by providing professional development events and improving our community engagement.

Fun fact: I'm an enthusiast for anything Grey's Anatomy (anything before season 10 though).

Esther Adedipe

Freshman Representative

Hometown: Cypress, TX

Major: Computer Engineering, Freshman

What are you excited about this year? I am most excited to get to know more people here at UTSA, survive my first year as a computer engineering major, and to have fun while I'm here!

Fun fact: I still watch Barbie movies!! My favorite is Barbie and the Princess Charm School. 

Monica Prieto Nieto

Sophomore Representative

Hometown: Mexico City

Major: Biomedical Engineering

What are you excited about this year?

I look forward to being able to continue to expand in the biomedical field by taking a few leadership positions and joining a research lab to see how I can apply things I learn in the classroom into the real world. Also to keep getting to know my peers and building stronger connections.

Fun fact: I am a black belt in karate / I've lived in 3 countries. 

Julian Arrieta

Junior Representative

Hometown: Houston, TX

Major: Mechanical Engineering, Junior

What are you excited about this year? I'm excited to continue doing research this fall, and to connect with more people in the engineering college!

Fun fact: In my free time, I like to make music. I've been playing the trumpet for nearly 10 years.

Caleb Gamboa

Senior Representative

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Electrical Engineering, Senior

What are you excited about this year? I’m excited about graduating.

Fun fact: I lived for seven years overseas in Sri Lanka.

Jesus Mendoza-Castruita

Transfer Representative

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Mechanical Engineering, Junior

What are you excited about this year? I am eager to connect with fellow transfer students on campus and support new and incoming transfers in navigating their transition to university life, ensuring a smoother and more seamless experience!

Fun fact: I love to play pool and basketball you can also catch me at the roost playing pool or at the rec working out, I also love video games so you can catch me on 2k or siege from time to time!

Sunyatsen Torres

Architecture Representative

Hometown: Kyle, TX

Major: Architecture, Freshmen

What are you excited about this year?

I am incredibly excited to step into the role of Freshman Architect Representative! I'm really looking forward to all the events we have planned this year and collaborating with everyone to make the Klesse College even better. 

Fun fact: A fun fact about me is that I've been playing guitar in a mariachi band since 6th grade. I also have a hidden talent for drawing, even though I've never taken formal lessons. And I enjoy staying active by going to the gym and spending time at church.

Yvonne Kim

Biomedical Engineering Representative

Hometown: Allen, TX

Major: Biomedical Engineering, Sophomore

What are you excited about this year? I am most excited to engage with students of all backgrounds and walks of life, elevating one another academically and professionally. Equally, I am thrilled to see what Klesse College can accomplish this year.

Fun fact: I have two beautiful cats, Mimi and Kuromi!

Diego Cabello

Chemical Representative

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Chemical Engineering, Senior

What are you excited about this year?

I am excited to provide crucial information and advice to my peers studying Chemical Engineering. Being one of the newest Engineering majors offered at UTSA, it can be difficult navigating the curriculum. With my knowledge in the program and good standing with faculty, I can serve as a liaison between the chemical engineering student body, and the faculty!

Fun fact: I play the cello.

Robert Everts

Civil Representative

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Major: Civil Engineering

What are you excited about this year? I am excited to represent the Civil Engineering Department and to host my action packed events!

Fun fact: I have lead a backpacking trek through the Appalachian Mountian range!

Maritza Hatler

Computer Engineering Representative

Hometown: Austin, TX

Major: Computer Engineering, Senior

What are you excited about this year? I'm most excited about meeting new people within the KLESSE College, building connections, and attending the fun events that will be held!

Fun fact: I have an 11-year-old Yorkie named Jax!

Mateo Garza

Construction Science and Management Representative

Hometown: Houston, TX

Major: Construction Science and Management Representative, Senior

What are you excited about this year? Engaging all incoming students to all the learning and networking opportunities UTSA has to offer.

Fun fact: I make cutting boards in my free time.

Marco Garza

Electrical Representative

Hometown: McAllen, TX

Major: Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering, Sophomore

What are you excited about this year? I'm excited to dive deeper into my research projects, collaborate with the talented teams around campus, and explore new ways to get my peers involved.

Fun fact: I like working on and fixing vintage motorcycles in my spare time.

Arelene Ubiles

Interior Design Representative

Hometown: Yelm, Washington

Major: Interior Design, Junior

What are you excited about this year? I am so happy to get involved with my fellow interior design students and provide resources that will help grow our community!

Fun fact: I have lived in Washington State for over half of my life and love long hikes and cold lakes!

Amanda Lugo

Mechanical Representative

Hometown: Long Island, NY, San Antonio, TX

Major: Mechanical Engineering, Junior

What are you excited about this year? I'm excited to become involved in the Klesse College as much as possible. My goal is to grow not only as a student but as a leader. I'm thankful for this opportunity to represent the Mechanical Engineering Students.

Fun fact: A fun fact about me is that I used to have 7 pet bunnies but, now I only have one cat named Orbit! 

Sai Vijay Trilochan Reddy Tadi

Past President

Hometown: Rajahmundry, India

Major: Biomedical Engineering, Graduate

What are you excited about this year?  I am excited to start my PhD and see how the club continues to grow

Fun fact: I have 8 birds