The following candidates are running for the 2026 Joint Bargaining Committee as OSEs. 6 OSE positions are avaliable on the Joint Bargaining Committee. Nominations close on 2/12/2026, and voting will open on 2/26/26. Candidate statements will be posted prior to voting in accordance with the Local’s Bylaws. Please contact elections@wawu-union.org with any questions
Kaitlyn Minnotte (they/she)
Urban Planning - Program Support Staff
Grace Rodriguez (She/They)
Rec Center - Dance Instructor
Jase Kaeberlein (He/Him)
College of Fine and Performing Arts - Stage Technician
Colleen Ryan (She/Her)
Former VU Gallery Attendant
Alejandro Garcia (He/Him)
Urban and Environmental Planning and Policy - Program Support Staff
Sophia Maynard
WWU Foundation - Student Ambassador
Haley Meerdink
Resident Life - Resident Advisor
2026 Executive Board Candidates
The following candidates are running for the Executive Board. There are 2 Trustee positions and 8 Head Steward positions avaliable. Nominations close on 2/12/2026, and voting will open on 2/26/26. Candidate statements will be posted prior to voting in accordance with the Local’s Bylaws. Please contact elections@wawu-union.org with any questions
Head Steward Candidates:
Trustee Candidates:
Nico F C Pen (He/They)
Hacherl Research and Writing Studio - Tutor 2
Heather CURFMAN (THEY/She/Any)
Associated Students CBE Senator
Lily Eilebrecht (She/They)
Math Center - Tutor
Taylor Carnell (He/Him)
Associated Students - Vice President of Student Services
