Meet Our 2008-2009 Kaibigan Executive Board
Position/Role: President
Name: Irynne Padua Interest: PSU Kaibigan, NWFASA, music, movies, traveling, hang w/ friends Studies/Major: Pre-Medicine, Health Science, and School Health Education About Myself: Let’s sit down and chat. Quote: “Serve the People” |
| Position/Role: Vice-President
Name: Christian Anciete Interests: My family and friends, my girlfriend Shannon, PSU, my values and beliefs, traveling, tennis, Superman, playing guitar, movies, Happy Hour’s, Thai food, photography, current events, a drive to change the world, living life fully, and leadership in the purest form. Studies/Major: Business Marketing About Myself: I was born in Manila, Philippines and moved to the States when I was 10 years old. Since then, i’ve lived in Hillsboro, OR with my parents, two older brothers, and younger sister. Living in a bicultural home with my American stepfather and Filipino mother, I take pride in being a product of both cultures. I attended Century High School where I was actively involved at every level in school including academics, student government, community service, and varsity tennis. In 2005, I graduated with honors and was named Century High School’s 2005 Boy of the Year. Currently under the Diversity Recognition Scholarship, I am pursuing my Bachelors of Arts Degree in Business Marketing at Portland State University. Since my freshman year, I have been an ardent supporter of student groups and activities on campus—outlets I am very passionate about and constantly gain vital skills and experiences from. I have served as an elected student senator of ASPSU student government, have served as Publicity Coordinator, Treasurer, and President of Kaibigan, collaborate with multicultural student leaders and groups, and serve in the Multicultural Advisory Board. In 2008, I was recognized by the PSU President with a University Service award. In addition to academics and activities, I currently work on campus as the Events Coordinator for Student Activities Leadership Programs, a position that allows me organize events that contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the university. Two of my fundamental beliefs as a leader are: any one person has the power to make a positive difference, no matter how big or small, in the world and that individuals given the right amount of support and education have endless potential. |
Position/Role: Secretary 
Name: Shannon Sprague Interest: Cooking food, long outdoor walks in the park, happy movies, music, traveling, friends/family, meeting new people etc. Studies/Major: Psychology & Nursing About Myself: I am a fairly easygoing person that is patient, friendly and talkative. I pretty much always have a smile on my face. I enjoy Jazz music and Thai food, especially at the same time. I adore animals and have a special place in my heart for dogs. I’ve been to Tokyo and New York but want to travel the world sooner than later. I like exploring new places. I love summer time but also enjoy playing in the snow (and not having school). My favorite drink is water on the rocks! Quote: “You can do no great things, just small things with great love.” ~ Mother Teresa |
Position/Role: Treasurer 
Name: Luis Arada Interest: Whatever you like, I like Studies/Major: Business/Accounting About Myself: A little shy, so you have to approach me Quote: “To obtain, something of equal value must be lost” |
| Position/Role: Political Chair
Name: Patrick Villaflores Interest: Studies/Major: About Myself: Quote: |
| Position/Role: Social Chair Name: AnnieKris Andrada  Interest: Kaibigan, NWFASA, VSA, PIC, SOR, LDT, dancing, hanging out with friends, text messaging, traveling, sleeping, eating…etc. Studies/Major: Business About Myself: Dance is my relaxation. Quote: “People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” |
Position/Role: Educational Chair 
Name: Justin Katigbak Interest: Family, friends, music, sport, traveling, and food!!! Studies/Major: Business Marketing or Advertisement About Myself: I am an Asian standing at an astonishing 5 feet 6 inches and 150 pounds. I am currently single, I like long walks on the beach and candlelite dinners. Any ladies interested you can reach me at katigbak@pdx.edu. HAHAHA!!! I enjoy many sports, watching movies, listening to music, and EATING!! My family is the most important part of my life and I thank God everyday for them. If you want to know more about me stop by the Kaibigan office (which is at SMSU M103) and bring food!! Quote: “Luck is indeed where preparation meets opportunity” Randy Pausch |
Position/Role: Cultural Chair 
Name: Imanda Alysse Torres Interest: Singing, dancing, baking, reading, music, hanging with my friends, and of course, getting into trouble hehe. Studies/Major: East Asian Studies for language interpretation with minors in Japanese and International Relations About Myself: My nickname is Ivy. I’m outgoing and like to have fun but I can sometimes be a little reserved. I am not the type to show my feelings much. I can be your greatest and most loyal friend and usually treat my friends as family. I am a kind and compassionate person, always looking for a new adventure and to make a new friend. I am greatly into the arts, especially music and dance I play the piano and have performed in musical theatre since age 4). I also joined the military right out of high school, so I have broad horizons.So if you ever need someone to lean on, Ill be there! Quote: “The Only Constant Is Change!” |
Position/Role: Communication Coordinator 
Name: Vincent Cao Interest: Hiking, camping, fishing, biking, swimming (if i knew how, lol), nature, kayaking, travel, my computers, can’t leave out my favorite club kaibigan Studies/Major: Computer Science, Math About Myself: I love being outdoor & enjoying nature Quote: “Physics tells us that everything on this planet will fail us eventually. Trust someone, fall in love: your scars will tell the same story. Entropy, pain, beauty, love, hope… mix them together and call it living. The choice that remains is where we go to find meaning and truth. The biggest failures and disappointments in my life have led me to look beyond what money or power or friends can buy. When you’re face down at the very bottom of who you are, and there is no formality or pretence to cling to, all your masks fall off. In this broken place, our lives can be seen for what they are, no more no less; we are ourselves. The question then is this: What happens after the twin towers in our lives fall? Do we become bitter and hateful or does redemption come into focus? I’ve been on both sides my friends…only one is beautiful.” |
| Position/Role: Publicity Coordinator
Name: Jae Specht Interest: Basketball, Theatre, Singing, Movies, Television, and Having Fun!!! Studies/Major: Double major in Advertising and Communications with a minor in Marketing. About Myself: I am like the Sarah Palin of Kaibigan. When I speak it’s hilarious and shouldn’t be taken seriously. And, I am definately never going to be President. Quote: If you can’t laugh at yourself, you shouldn’t laugh at others. |
Position/Role: Recruitment Coordinator
Name: JinLi Wu Interest: Movies, spending time with family & friends, Reading, Meet new people & traveling Studies/Major: General Science and Public Health About Myself: I am a fervent daydreamer, animal lover and inquisitive sister. Family is definitely my number one priority. I haven’t visited many countries but I am a hopeful traveler. I enjoy meeting new people and listening to people’s opinions. I always keep my mind open and when opportunity knocks, I lunge for it. Quote: “If you don’t know where you’re going, any path will take you there.” |
| Position/Role: Fundraising Coordinator
Name: Angela Nguyen Interest: short biking routes, music, star gazing on decks, movies, mountains, new technology, fluting, ODS songs, rock climbing, hot tubs, babies, photography, traveling, camp counseling, baking, Nintendo/Wii/PS/xbox games, manga/anime, some mild reading, pranking others, extracurricular activities, playing with Puffin, crystal growing (in progress), hanging out and being silly with friends, overnight beach trips, being nice, photoshop, chocolate, outdoor school, receiving and giving massages, scrapbooking, an adventure of any sort, food and cuisines, trying different things, exploring new places, and meeting new peeps. I also appreciate clean water, great friends, honesty, good games/workouts, creativity, the green in Oregon, sincerity, fun memories, and night drives under the vibrant city lights. Studies/Major: General Science & Public Health About Myself: Beside from everything that was listed, I am actually a very boring person. Quote: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” ~ Aristotle |
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