Associated Students Inc. invites students, staff and the Cal State Fullerton community to the “Know Your Power” workshop on April 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Titan Student Union Titan Theater.
Presented in collaboration with CSUF’s Division of Politics, Administration and Justice and ASI’s Social Justice & Equity and Lobby Corps commissions, this open panel discussion is designed to address student concerns and questions about today’s political landscape.
The panel will include CSUF faculty members and community advocates. “Know Your Power” will explore immigration rights, constitutional amendments and the role of federal agencies.
“The primary goal of hosting this event was to provide students from all backgrounds with an opportunity to better understand their political environment, find some relief during these uneasy times and gain knowledge from credible sources,” said Megan Hannoun, ASI’s chief governmental officer and co-moderator for the event.
The panel will play a vital role in guiding the workshop, sharing their personal experiences and political expertise. The panel will include Jessica Stern, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences; faculty members Rob Robinson and Kristoffer Ealy; and Katie Kalvoda, a board member for Advance OC. Juan Salguero, ASI lobby corps coordinator and ASI vice president-elect, will serve as co-moderator.
“The speakers for this event were chosen based on their experience in politics,” Hannoun said. “Our goal was to give students the chance to engage one-on-one with certified sources, and to leave feeling more confident in the power of their voices and trusting of the information that is shared.”
The workshop aims to encourage campus involvement by giving all students, regardless of major or experience, a chance to get involved in politics and join informed discussions on important political issues.
“My biggest priority was making politics approachable, accessible and less daunting for students,” Hannoun said.
With rising political concerns, organizers for “Know Your Power” aim alleviate political stress, empower students and provide valuable guidance to those affected through certified sources.
By Sofia Serrano