This post was updated Jan. 17 at 7:54 p.m. Brett Berndt is clearly committed to representing the student body, and one can hear the palpable passion and pride in his voice as he describes the meaning he derives from his work. Read more...

Photo: Brett Berndt is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Berndt fought for better transportation and transfer access. Yet, his transparency has been uneven. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

Cristopher Espino has a bright career in politics ahead of him. He creates services geared towards the student body that redefine and re-emphasize the importance of the academic affairs commissioner. Read more...

Photo: Cristopher Espino is pictured above. The Editorial Board argues Espino has re-defined the role of his USAC office in students’ lives and created new opportunities. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

It is clear that Hyerim Yoon is a competent and enthusiastic leader. She undoubtedly understands the struggles facing transfer Bruins, and she is tackling them head-on. Read more...

Photo: Hyerim Yoon is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Yoon has worked diligently to advocate for transfer students and is excited to see what she does throughout the rest of the year for the transfer community. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin senior staff)

This post was updated Jan. 16 at 6:52 p.m. Talia Davood is clearly committed to being a Undergraduate Students Association Council officer. She has walked the walk when it comes to transparency, opening herself to challenging questions from both the Daily Bruin and in her office hours. Read more...

Photo: Talia Davood is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Davood has shown commitment to the student body, but failed to accomplish some campaign promises. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

When Daniel Leal talks about planning events for students, his passion is clear. From Bruin Bash to AfroFest, he has stood firmly on his campaign promise to deliver high-quality entertainment to students. Read more...

Photo: Daniel Leal is pictured above. The Editorial Board argues Leal is passionate about planning events for students. However, he must improve transparency efforts. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

Throughout our interview with her, Keya Tanna was consistently enthusiastic. This attitude is evident in her activity as International Student Representative. Despite entering office during the wave of SEVIS revocations – when student visas were effectively revoked – without having a team, Tanna persevered and built an office with a diverse set of directors and strong programming for international students. Read more...

Photo: Keya Tanna is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes Tanna has connected with UCLA administration and the international student body to best advocate for and address international students’ needs. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)

Edison Chua appears to have had a slow start to the year. He has not maintained detailed and consistent officer reports. Large chunks are absent, and each week’s report is generally limited to a few points – significantly less than other Undergraduate Students Association Council officers. Read more...

Photo: Edison Chua is pictured above. The Editorial Board writes that Chua can improve transparency and would like to see more initiative. (Aidan Sun/Assistant Photo editor)