At Cal Poly Maritime Academy, leadership starts with students. Through the Associated Students of the California Maritime Academy (ASCMA), our recognized student government, students create a vibrant campus community by leading events, activities, clubs and organizations. We provide training, resources and financial support to empower student organizations and help every student find their place and make an impact.
ASCMA Student Government
ASCMA board members represent the student body through a mix of elected and appointed positions, including officers, senators and liaisons. From the president and vice president to class senators and appointed representatives, each member plays a vital role in ensuring that all students are fully represented.
ASCMA board members represent the student body through various elected and appointed positions. There are elected officers such as President and Vice President, executive officers who are selected by the elected officers, upper-class and lower-class senators who are elected and liaison positions which are appointed by their representative group. Each member has their very own important area to serve to ensure that the entire student body is represented to the fullest extent.
Executive Officers:
| President, CEO | Kolby Hill | as.pres@csum.edu |
| Vice President of Operations | Carlos Arencibia | as.vpf@csum.edu |
| Director of Student Affairs | Ruby Sandoval | as.dirsa@csum.edu |
| Director of Communications | Gia Espejo | as.dir.com@csum.edu |
| Chief of Staff | Karl Nordhoff | as.cos.csum.edu |
| Executive Director | Josie Alexander | JFAlexander@csum.edu |
Senators:
| Marine Transportation | Nicholas Finamore | NFinamore22@csum.edu |
| International Business and Logistics | Brett Furrer | BFurrer21@csum.edu |
| Mechanical Engineering | Aaron Pascal | APascal64@csum.edu |
| Oceanography | Sebastian Pineda | aSPineda43@csum.edu |
| Engineering Technology | Andres Rodriguez | ARodriguez65@csum.edu |
| International Strategy and Security | Gary Saunders | GSaunders37@csum.edu |
Officers:
| Community Engaged Learning Liaison | TBD | |
| Residence Life Liaison | Elizabeth Amezquita | EAmezquita81@csum.edu |
| Veterans Liaison | David Banegas | DBanegas99@csum.edu |
| Veterans Liaison | Neomi Ramirez | NRamirez00@csum.edu |
Auxiliaries:
| Event Coordinator | Skye Smith | SSmith65@csum.edu |
| Event Coordinator | Charisa Saunders | CSaunders@csum.edu |
ASCMA meets every Monday during the fall and spring semesters at 5:30 p.m. in the Topp Room of the Administration Building, with a Zoom option available. All meetings are open to the public, and attendees are welcome to share their thoughts during the public forum.
Past ASCMA documents can be found on the Legacy Maritime ASCMA pages.
Clubs and Organizations
All clubs are student-initiated and student-run, giving cadets the chance to build leadership skills, explore personal interests and create meaningful social and professional connections—all while having fun and getting involved on campus. Through club involvement, students strengthen communication, gain cross-cultural experiences, learn teamwork, enhance their résumés and form lifelong friendships.
ASCMA supports a wide variety of clubs, including those focused on academics, career connections, cultural diversity, social activities and special interests. Clubs evolve with student interests, and if a club doesn’t exist for your passion, you can start a new one!
To learn more about joining campus clubs and organizations, contact the Director of Student Affairs. For details on starting or organizing a new club, refer to the Club Handbook.
Clubs
- Association of Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Aquarium Odyssey Club
- Board Game Club
- Cal Maritime Scuba Club
- CMA Canoe Club
- CMA Music Club
- CMA Riding Group
- Dungeons n Dragons (DnD) Club
- Intervarsity Club
- Model United Nations
- Propeller Club
- Renewable Energy Club
- Semper Fi Society Club
- Society of Naval Architects and Mechanical Engineers (SNAME)
- Strategic Sealift Midshipmen Program (SSMP) Booster Club
- Tiara's Legacy Garden Club
- Women's Fitness Club
Organizations
- AUP Student Chapter (U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program)
- Black Student Association (BSA)
- La Raza Club
- Pan-Asian Student Association (PACE)
- Queer Student Alliance (QSA)
Club Sports
- Golf
- Men's Rugby
- Women's Rugby
- Men's Water Polo
- Women's Water Polo
Student Activities
ASCMA hosts a wide range of activities and events throughout the year to help students get involved, build community and have fun. From on-campus programs to off-campus adventures, ASCMA Student Activities creates opportunities for connection, personal growth and memorable experiences.