Liana Vangyi is a fourth-year majoring in Public Health and minoring in Psychology. 

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"HmSA has taught me to always give my whole heart into everything I do! By working alongside others in this organization, I have been able to build such a strong community and learn from other amazing leaders by always giving my best efforts and being my authentic self."

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"My favorite HmSA memory was the last general meeting of me being CAD, because I loved facilitating our end of the year activities with everyone to bond one last time before the new year as Prez!" 

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Milla Vang is a fourth-year majoring in Public Health Administration. 

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"Being in HmSA has taught me to push myself and learn that in order to grow, I must surround myself with people who I look up to!"

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"My favorite HmSA memory was my first time in Big and Little. I got to meet so many people and are still great friends with them today!" 

Cassie Vang is a second-year majoring in Recreational Therapy.

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"Being in HmSA has taught me that  making connections matter especially during hardships."

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"My favorite HmSA memory was performing Hmong dance and showing the culture film during Summer Banquet. It was really enjoyable and also cool seeing the memories of the club."

Ginger Hang is a third-year majoring in Public Health and minoring in Asian American Studies. 

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"HmSA has been significant in my development as an individual! I've gained so many life skills and have met so many incredible people, through our fun events and volunteering opportunities. I've truly felt and learned the power of community through our Hmong people!"

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"My favorite HmSA memory is out summer retreat in Atascadero! I had so much fun making close connections, eating Jollibee, and surviving the windy weather!"

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Annie Moua is a first-year majoring in Psychology. ​

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"I joined HmSA to reconnect with my Hmong community after being away for so long due to being involved in colorguard and marching band!"

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"My favorite HmSA memory are the big and little dates! They were such great opportunities to get to know everyone and familiarize myself with both members and officers. I enjoyed how friendly everyone was and the overall positive atmosphere that the community kept up!!"

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Maezi Yang is a fourth-year majoring in Psychology. 

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"HmSA has taught me that I have to be the change I want to see, which led me to holding this officer title."

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"My favorite HmSA memory was Big and Little. The connections with acclimated members made me feel comfortable inserting myself into the environment." 

Elijah Yang is a third-year majoring in Business Administration. 

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"HmSA has taught me how to be grateful despite circumstances."

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"My favorite memory was probably the drive to OC day." 

John Vang is a third-year majoring in Accounting and minoring in Hmong. 

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"HmSA has taught me that there are many people out there to talk to and it has honed my communication and social skills."

 

"My favorite HmSA memory is definitely the drive to and back during OC day because being in the same space with fellow members allowed us to bond."
 

Lacy Her is a fourth-year majoring in Liberal Studies and minoring in Asian American Studies. 

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"HmSA has taught me that although our Hmong students fall under the umbrella of being Hmong, we are all unique and multifaceted individuals. In addition, I've also been able to work with many innovative Hmong individuals and organizations that I wouldn't have been able to if it weren't for HmSA."

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"My favorite HmSA memories are being a part of the Big and Little and the Education Conference! Both of these events allowed me to bond with members on a deeper level and create lifelong memories. The Education Conference has allowed our Hmong college students to create a bridge between us and our future generation of students."

Melody Xiong is a fourth-year majoring in Exercise Kinesiology. 

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"HmSA has taught me a lot personally and professionally. It has taught me how to navigate using technology to organize materials. More importantly HmSA has taught me the importance of community love!" 

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"My favorite memory in HmSA would be our annual Education Conference for high school students. I love meeting new people, collaborating with my members, and sharing the importance of education and coming together as a community! Just the environment itself is soothing and fun to be in!" 

Tou Lee is a third-year majoring in Music Education. 

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"Being in HmSA has taught me the importance of community and giving back to our community as well."

 

"My favorite HmSA memory is from ED Con in general and our summer retreats."

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Emilee Jade Vang is a second-year majoring in Nursing. ​

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"I am looking forward to strengthening my relationship within the Hmong community and my heritage!"

 

"My favorite HmSA memory is experiencing and mentoring for Ed Con! It changed my life forever and now I’m privileged to be HmSA’s 2025-2026 Ed Co-Chair!" 

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Emily Vang is a fourth-year double-majoring in Speech-Language Pathology and Asian American Studies with a minor in Creative Writing.

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"HmSA has given me the opportunity to expand on my leadership skills, connect with my culture, and make new lifelong connections! I've met so many inspiring people including students, professors, and professionals, and this has further inspired me to make my mark on the world as a Hmong woman."

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"My favorite HmSA memories are OC Day in Sacramento and the Education Conference! OC Day was fun because we were able to learn about other Hmong students and what their organizations do. The Education Conference was a lifechanging experience because of the unique challenges and priceless memories I created with the highschoolers and members!" 

Kayla Yang is a second-year majoring in Pre-Allied Health.

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"HmSA is full of amazing people which has taught me to value being in a community and build meaningful relationships with others."

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"My favorite memory in HmSA is attending the summer retreat to Shaver Lake because we all got to play games, bond, and relax with each other." 

Evelyn Moua is a fourth-year majoring in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing.​

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"I'm looking forward to planning the super cool winter formal and bonding with my fellow HmSA officers and members!​"

Dani Nhem is a first-year majoring in Psychology. ​

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"I joined HmSA because everyone was so friendly at jumpstart! [It] made me feel included and I had lots of fun." 

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"My favorite memory is the 5th B&L date! I thought it was so fun to get all dressed up and have a nice evening dinner together. The CADs and PREZ had a cute activity and I loved spending time with other members."