Graduate School

Executive Officers

Graduate Student Council officers are elected by the graduate student body each spring semester and serve from May 1 to April 30. Meet the current GSC officers below. View a list of previous GSC officers.

President

Zane WhitneyZane Whitney
PhD student in History
zwhitney@ksu.edu

 

About me

I am originally from Aransas Pass, Texas. I moved from Aurora, CO to Manhattan to attend K-State for graduate school. My four-year-old twin boys fill my free time. My research interests include World War II, the Holocaust, and the history and memory of WWII commemoration in film, TV, Museums, and monuments. I am also a documentary filmmaker.

Officer responsibilities
  • Serves as primary contact and spokesperson for the Council
  • Responsible for overseeing and facilitating all GSC activities, including presiding over all Council meetings, appointing and participating as an ex-officio member of all committees, and facilitating the development and organization of all events and initiatives undertaken by the Council
  • Represents graduate student interests on the Graduate Council as well as Faculty Senate

President-Elect

Aditya-JhaAditya Jha
PhD student in Civil Engineering
adityajha@ksu.edu

 

About me

I'm from Kathmandu, Nepal, where the vibrant rhythm of city life meets the serene backdrop of the Himalayas. I cherish life's simple joys and have a passion for exploring new places. I like adventures and trekking. I believe it's all about having fun and making memories. In my free time, I love playing and watching football and cricket.

Officer responsibilities
  • Assists President with all duties and ensuring the GSC runs smoothly
  • Assume the duties and responsibilities of the President in his or her absence
  • Represents graduate student interests on the Graduate Council and its standing committee Student Affairs
  • Serves as the Executive Liaison for the Research Forums Committee
  • Conducts the spring elections for new executive officers
  • Assumes to serve one-year in his or her role, and the following year as the President

Secretary

Bindu

Bindusri Naraharasetti
MS student in Grain Science
bindus1@ksu.edu

 

About me

I am from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India. Aside from my graduate studies, I enjoy travel and am very enthusiastic about exploring new destinations. I have a great fondness for music, and I enjoy engaging in extracurricular activities. I really enjoy interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering meaningful exchanges, and broadening my perspective.

Officer responsibilities
  • Assists the President in the planning and execution of each general and executive meeting (preparing meeting agendas, scheduling Zoom meetings, reserving meeting space, confirming guest speakers)
  • Gathers committee and representative reports each month to be included in general meeting agendas
  • Records meeting minutes for each general and executive meeting (gather comments and approval from executive committee before finalizing)
  • Maintains record of all GSC related business and events
  • Creates and distribute weekly email
  • Serves as the liaison for the Student Affairs Committee and Public Relations Committee

Treasurer

Gabriela

Gabriela Quintana Castro
Masters in Architecture
gabiqcastro@ksu.edu

 

About me

I was born in Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. In addition to architecture, I have a passion for traveling – I have been lucky enough to explore around 21 countries! I also love learning new languages and currently know four languages.

Officer responsibilities
  • Presents a financial report at each GSC meeting
  • Processes GSC travel award applications
  • Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the President in the absence of the President, President-Elect, and Secretary

GSC-SGA Liaison

GustavoGustavo Roa Acosta
PhD student in Agronomy
groa@ksu.edu

 

About me

My graduate research is focused on soil fertility and nutrient management. My academic journey has taken me from Cerrito's Agricultural School in Paraguay to EARTH University in Costa Rica and now to Kansas State University. I am interested in applying data analysis techniques within the agricultural sector. When not immersed in research, I cherish the time spent outdoors with friends making BBQ or Paraguayan foods.

Officer responsibilities
  • Represents the graduate student community's voice in the Student Body President's Cabinet
  • Updates the GSC officers, leaders, and members on Student Governing Association initiatives and legislation that may impact graduate students
  • Attends every Student Body President Cabinet meeting
  • Performs other duties at the request of the GSC President or Student Body President