Executive Vice President/Chair, ASI Board of Directors
Lindsay Apaza
Lindsay Apaza is a senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science with a concentration in law, politics, and policy, along with a minor in Africana studies. Apaza grew up in Downey, California and graduated from Warren High School. Once accepted to Long Beach State University (LBSU), she joined the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) on campus. The supportive community helped her grow throughout her time at LBSU.
Since high school, Apaza been interested in helping her community and volunteering in organizations. Apaza has been part of organizing events for the Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) Beach Pride Events, ASI Communications, For Undocumented Empowered Leaders (FUEL), The Spanish Club @ The Beach, First Generation Club and EOP campus tours for upcoming freshmen to name a few. Apaza began her involvement in 2018 with Parents, Educators/Teachers, Students in Action (PESA) where she acted as a juror for the teen court and gave informative presentations to at-risk youth. Through her experiences, Apaza learned that every student requires a support system. As ASI vice president, she hopes to improve resources that are provided to students to ensure their pursuit of success.
Apaza decided to run for ASI vice president after the pandemic started. Along with other students, she found it difficult to cope with the stress it brought on. She faced housing and food insecurity, a lack of study space, mental health relapses and family sicknesses. In response, she reached out to campus resources and was met with limitations. She realized students need more support services, whether that be financially, in Counseling and Psychological Services, or securing food. She is driven to expand the resources already available for students and advocate for new services. Vice President Apaza is excited to serve the student body and work alongside the ASI executive board.
