The University of New Mexico-Gallup
Student Government Public Notice: Uncontested Election Candidates.
Date of Notice: September 30, 2025
Objection Date: October 7, 2025
In accordance with the UNM–Gallup Student Government Election Code, the following candidates have submitted valid and verified applications for the upcoming Student Government Election. Each position listed below has only one eligible and uncontested candidate. As such, these candidates are subject to election by acclamation, pending the completion of the public notice and objection period.
Uncontested Candidates
President
Candidate: Isaac Toehe
Major: Associate of Science
Statement: Hello, my name is Isaac Toehe, Tódik’ǫ́zhí nishłį́, Kinyaa’áanii báshíshchíín, Tó Dích’íi’nii dashicheii, Táchii’nii dashinálí. I am a sophomore at UNM-Gallup running for Student Government President. I am committed to fostering a campus community rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and student involvement. My goal is to ensure that every student’s voice is heard and represented, while providing opportunities for growth and success both inside and outside the classroom. I look forward to serving my peers and working together to strengthen our campus and UNM-G community.
Vice-President
Candidate: Breana Yazzie
Major: Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Statement:
Secretary
Candidate: Arianna Edwards
Major: Nursing
Statement: Hello, I go by Eavan Edwards, and I am excited to be running for the position of Secretary in our college’s Student Government. As someone who values organization, communication, and collaboration, I want to ensure that every student’s voice is heard and that our meetings and initiatives are well-documented and transparent. My goal is to help create a stronger sense of connection on campus by supporting student-led events and promoting open communication between leadership and the student body. Together, I believe we can build a more engaged and supportive community here at UNM-Gallup!
Notice of Objection Rights
Any member of the UNM-Gallup student body who wishes to file an objection regarding candidate eligibility, over qualifications, or election procedure must submit a written objection to the Student Activity Specialist no later than:
Date: October 7, 2025
Submit to: Shawn Frank
Email:sfrank28@unm.edu
Office Location and Hours: P.E. Complex, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Objections must clearly state the nature of the concern and provide any supporting documentation, in accordance with Article XII-A, Section 2 of the Election Code.
If no valid objections are received by the deadline, the listed candidates may be declared elected by acclamation and will be sworn in during the official installation ceremony, as outlined in the Election Code.
For more information, contact the Student Activity Specialist.
Welcome to The University of New Mexico-Gallup Student Government
The University of New Mexico-Gallup Student Government is a collaborative leadership assembly comprised of members of the UNM-Gallup student body. The Student Government is designed to be inclusive of all students who attend UNM-Gallup. It is intended to provide students with a podium to voice concerns, while providing opportunities to develop and strengthen executive competencies. There are varying levels of commitment and responsibility to meet the needs of the student body.
Student Government Mission Statement:
To constitute the enthusiam of the student body through leadership, inclusion, and initiation of programs that cultivate the lives of UNM-Gallup students.
What We Do
Student Government is a leadership development program for students who aspire to advance their academic and leadership abilities. Elected representatives initiate aspiring goals for the betterment of the student body to encourage a positive and prosperous educational experience. Student Government is the voice that conjoins the students, administration, and UNM-Gallup community.
- A forum for student concerns and ideas and as an interface for those issues with staff, faculty, and administration.
- Serving on committees concerned with the welfare of the student body.
- Managing student body financial affairs.
- Developing a student activity program to meet the varied needs and interests of the student population.
- Developing and monitoring guidelines for student activities in order to be accountable to the University community.
- Promoting high standards of personal conduct within the student body.
- Chartering on-campus student groups.
Dates of Student Government Elections - Fall 2025 Semester
- Student Election Packets available beginning Aug. 25, 2025
- Elections Packets Due – Sept. 19, 2025
- Student Government Elections – Oct. 8, 2025
- Student Government Installation Ceremony – Oct. 14, 2025
- New Student Government Orientation – Oct. 17, 2025
- Student Government Officer Training – Oct. 24, 2025
Student Government Meetings
To be determined by newly elected Student Government.
Contact Information
Email: gallupstudentgov@unm.edu
Office Location
Physical Education Complex Room PE115C
Explore more Campus Life options:
Bookstore Ingham Chapman Gallery Student Clubs Student Government P.E. Complex Zollinger Library
