On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, CMC students participated in an online election to select their representatives for the 2024-2025 Associated Students of Claremont McKenna College (ASCMC). With a voter turnout of 49.05%, 668 out of 1362 eligible students cast their ballots. The ASCMC announced the election results via email just 30 minutes after the polls closed at 8 pm.
Ava Kopp, the Junior Class President, was elected as the new Student Body President in an uncontested race, securing 584 of the 688 votes cast. Her agenda includes enhancing the college’s social life by catering to diverse event preferences, addressing student clubs' budgetary concerns, and fostering improvements in the student experience through partnerships with various campus entities. Kopp emphasized her commitment to listening and serving the CMC student body, stating, "Part of ASCMC’s role is to facilitate campus improvements—both tangible and intangible—beginning with active listening to student voices. We aim to develop a comprehensive feedback and communication strategy this year."
The Executive Vice President race was narrowly won by Sophomore Class President Ryunosuke “Ryu” Nakase, who garnered 327 votes (56.19%), edging out Mateo Colbert’s 255 votes (43.81%).
Carson Bloom, running unopposed, was elected as Vice President of Student Activities with 485 votes. Bloom intends to diversify social offerings, focusing on more inclusive and varied events, including day parties and club-sponsored activities. He aims to rejuvenate CMC’s social scene, which has waned due to COVID-19, by laying the groundwork for sustained improvement and revival.
In the contest for Dormitory Affairs Chair, Aleeza Saeed defeated Avinash (Avi) Rangarajan with 249 votes (52.75%) to 223 votes (47.25%).
Victoria (Tori) Williams was elected without opposition, receiving 130 votes, for the Senior Class President position.
In the race for Junior Class President, Kylee Tevis won against Donovan Davidson, securing 109 votes (60.89%) to Davidson’s 70 votes (39.11%).
The Sophomore Class President position was clinched by Amrit Dhaliwal, who bested First Year Class President Zubin Khera with 93 votes (52.25%) against 85 votes (46.75%).
Elections for the Class of 2028’s First Year Class President will be held in the upcoming fall semester.