The recent student elections at Cuyamaca College have concluded with an exciting outcome, as Brycen Brown has been elected as the Associated Student Government (ASG) President, and Manuel Juarez Lopez was elected as the Student Trustee. The election saw enthusiastic participation from the student body, reflecting the vibrant and engaged community at Cuyamaca College. Below is a brief introduction to our new ASG President, and Student Trustee, highlighting their backgrounds, aspirations, and goals for their tenure.
Meet Brycen Brown: ASG President
Brycen Brown graduated from Ramona High School in 2022, and chose to attend Cuyamaca College on the recommendation of friends who had previously studied there. Additionally, the proximity of the college allowed him to continue his running career. Brycen is currently majoring in illustration and minoring in creative writing. Academically, he aims to fulfill all the requirements necessary to transfer to Cal State Fullerton’s art program.
During his time as a student leader at Cuyamaca, Brycen intends to focus on fostering a strong campus community. He envisions Cuyamaca as a “third place” for students—a space where they can relax and have fun outside of class, work, or home. Brycen believes that with his influence, he can help create this environment for students seeking such a space.
Brycen’s ultimate life goal is to write and illustrate graphic novels that convey inspiring stories and healthy messages. He hopes to share these stories with the world, making a positive impact through his art. What makes Cuyamaca College particularly special to Brycen is the ease with which one can form friendships and connections. The numerous opportunities to get involved on campus make it easy for students to step out of their comfort zones and engage with a broader community.
Meet Manuel Juarez Lopez: Student Trustee
Manuel’s passion for running initially brought him to Cuyamaca, where he has competed alongside his peers on both the Men’s Cross Country and Track & Field teams. In addition to involvement in athletic programs, Manuel also discovered “a true community” at Cuyamaca, and quickly became involved in efforts to support fellow students, including as a peer mentor for the Together We Rise Center, and as the 2023-2024 President of Associated Student Government at Cuyamaca College (ASGCC).
A business major, Manuel plans to graduate with an associate degree in Spring 2025 and go on to complete his undergraduate degree at San Diego State. Manuel is excited to continue his support and advocacy for students in the roll of ASGCC Student Trustee in the 2024-2025 academic year.