KGI Student Government

Mission

Developing professional leaders is at the core of KGI’s vision. KGI Student Government strives to ensure our students find value in being integral members of their communities. Participation in student government has become a vehicle for students to develop, advocate for equality, exercise their leadership skills, and experience firsthand how meaningful civic involvement can be in one’s life. Our members strive to philanthropically participate in the local and international communities. KGI prides itself in knowing today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders.

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2026-27 Student Government Board

Ijeoma Chikezie

President

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Ijeoma Chikezie

President

Degree Program: PharmD '29
Hometown: Ontario, California

At KGI: I am a P2 student in the School of Pharmacy and a recent graduate of the Riggs Master of Applied Life Sciences program at KGI with a concentration on translational research. I am excited to be returning to KGI and Student Government as your President. While at KGI, my focus continues to be on advancing scientific communication, research, and leadership. I plan to collaborate with KGI’s vast alumni network and President’s Cabinet to ensure that our future leaders in the healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries are our fellow Beaker Bees!

Post KGI: As a trained biomedical scientist and now student pharmacist, I plan to advance my training in pharmaceutical sciences research after KGI. One goal of mine is to lead my own precision medicine therapeutics team, partnering with experts in pharmaceutical companies and academia. Ultimately, I hope to continue staying in the realm of scientific communication, research, and leadership advocacy.

Keon Jafari

Vice-President (VP)

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Keon Jafari

Vice-President (VP)

Degree Program: MSPHT '27
Hometown: Newport Beach, California

At KGI: I am a second-year MS in Applied Life Sciences student with a concentration in translational research. Beyond academics, KGI has given me a community where I can lead with purpose, build meaningful connections, and help students feel they belong. As Vice President, I am passionate about making every student feel heard, supported, and empowered to shape their campus experience. As President of the KGI Run Club and KGI Garden Club, I bring students together through wellness, nature, and shared adventures. I love connecting students with people who can support their goals and futures, including our experienced faculty and professionals beyond campus. I want my time at KGI to reflect genuine service, positive energy, and a lasting commitment to strengthening our Bee Hive!

Post KGI: I aim to become an accepted medical student within the next year or so, along my journey to become a board-certified Cardiologist. But more so, I strive to gain a holistic outlook on approaching different scenarios with knowledge I have accumulated during my time at KGI, bridging all realms of science and medicine together to benefit the people we promise to treat.

Ethan Riojas

Health & Wellness

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Ethan Riojas

Health & Wellness

Degree Program: MBS '27
Hometown: Claremont, CA

At KGI: I am a first-year student in the Master’s of Business and Science program at KGI, having earned my previous degree in Biology from the University of La Verne. I am beyond thrilled to join the team as your new Chairman for Health and Wellness. In this role, I want to continue to foster a community of strength, connectedness, and positivity; traits that have and continue to make all the difference in living a more happier and healthier life.

Post KGI: With an MBS degree under my belt, my focus will shift towards my passion of using my scientific insight and analysis to support thoughtful decision-making and drive innovative solutions for various neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS. My ultimate goal is to found and operate an ethical and affordable company whose sole focus is to discover solutions and aid those who suffer from life-debilitating neurodegenerative diseases.

Allison Sou

Business and Science Representative

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Allison Sou

Business and Science Representative

Degree Program: MBS '27
Hometown: San Gabriel, California

At KGI: I am a first-year Master of Business and Science student at KGI with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of California, San Diego. I am excited to join Student Government as the Business and Science Representative and hope to connect with people from all programs. As a representative, I aspire to cultivate a welcoming community and advocate for my peers in the business programs.

Post KGI: After graduating with an MBS degree, I plan to utilize the skills I learned at KGI and apply them to the biosciences industry. Primarily, I am focused on developing business strategy and communications in order to advance scientific research and help patients in the future.

Ezra Kosviner

Professional Development Chair (PDC)

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Ezra Kosviner

Professional Development Chair (PDC)

Degree Program: MBS '27
Hometown: San Diego, California

At KGI: I am a 2nd Year business student in the Master’s of Business and Science program in the Rigg’s School of Applied Life Sciences. I have a BS in Chemistry and Biochemistry from UCSB. I am excited to serve the student body as your PDC. We came to KGI with the same goal in mind: to develop professionally and advance our careers. As your PDC, I look forward to providing you with more opportunities to grow and develop your skills.

Post KGI: Big pharma business/consulting.

Luisa Kamphuis

PharmD P2 Class Rep

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Luisa Kamphuis

PharmD P2 Class Rep

Degree Program: PharmD
Hometown: Manitoba, Canada

At KGI: I am a second year student in KGI’s PharmD program. I’m excited to represent my class this year as the P2 rep, and excited to make this experience the best it can be for all of us. We also have a few big things coming up, such as choosing our certificates, so that is very exciting as well!

Post KGI: I have not yet decided on what area of pharmacy I would like to join, as I would like to try out a few different specialties, and get some more insight into the day to day before finalizing my decision.

Normandy Ng

Social Chair

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Normandy Ng

Social Chair

Degree Program: MBS '27
Hometown: San Carlos, California

At KGI: I am a 2nd year in the Master’s of Business and Science at KGI with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biochemistry from UC Riverside. I’m excited to continue building community at KGI this year and creating meaningful experiences for my fellow students. As your Social Chair, I look forward to planning events, supporting student initiatives, and making our time at KGI even more memorable. I’m also thrilled to connect with new students and see what we can accomplish together.

Post KGI: After KGI, I plan on pursuing a career in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, with a focus on supply chain operations. Ultimately, I hope to leverage my scientific background and my business education to help companies successfully deliver life-saving products to patients while growing into a leadership role in the industry.

Vi Nguyen

PharmD 4th Year Class Representative

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Vi Nguyen

PharmD 4th Year Class Representative

Degree Program: PharmD '27
Hometown: Pomona, California

At KGI: I’m excited to make the most of our final year at KGI! With our year-round clinical rotations keeping P4s mostly off campus, I’m looking forward to finding ways for our class to stay connected, support one another, and make the most of the time we do have together. I’m excited to create more memories with my classmates, celebrate our accomplishments, and enjoy this final chapter of our PharmD journey!

Post KGI: I plan to pursue a PGY1 residency to further develop my clinical skills and gain more experience in patient care. Ultimately, I hope to work in a hospital setting as a pharmacist and continue growing as a well-rounded clinician.

Jonathan Acosta

Treasurer

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Jonathan Acosta

Treasurer

Degree Program: MBS '27
Hometown: Walnut, California

At KGI: I’m a 2nd year Master’s of Business and Science student, with a B.S. in Biotechnology from Cal Poly Pomona. Last year as MBS representative, I enjoyed fostering a strong sense of community within our program while helping my peers achieve their professional development goals. As treasurer this year, I hope to play a supportive role for all members of our student government, helping make their goals a reality.

Post KGI: After graduation, I hope to enter a career in the pharmaceutical industry helping drive business strategy or finance. I believe that good science is plentiful, and I want to enable companies to develop strong pipelines and get medications to patients as soon as possible.

Brenna Mellish

OTD 2nd Year Class Representative

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Brenna Mellish

OTD 2nd Year Class Representative

Degree Program: OTD '28
Hometown: Roseville, California

At KGI: I am a second year OT student and am looking forward to a new year focusing on pediatrics. I look forward to continuing to connect with my classmates and starting our first Level II fieldwork rotation at the end of this school year. Within student government, I look forward to connecting with peers outside of my program and collaborating on interprofessional opportunities.

Post KGI: After graduation, I will be relocating to Illinois while also studying to take the NBCOT (licensing exam). I will also be looking to obtain a job at an inpatient rehabilitation facility focusing on neurological and orthopedic conditions or pursuing a travel OT position.

Marian Sedrak

PharmD Year 3 Representative

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Marian Sedrak

PharmD Year 3 Representative

Degree Program: PharmD 2028
Hometown: Egypt, Cairo

At KGI: This year at KGI, I am excited to expand my clinical knowledge and gain more hands-on experience through my coursework and rotations. I am especially looking forward to exploring my interest in cardiology and continuing to build my confidence in providing patient-centered care.

Post KGI: After graduating from KGI, I plan to pursue a PGY1 pharmacy residency with a strong focus on cardiology. My long-term goal is to specialize in cardiovascular pharmacy and work alongside an interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide evidence-based care and improve outcomes for patients with cardiovascular conditions.

Ian Reardon Ramos

Research & Science Representative

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Ian Reardon Ramos

Research & Science Representative

Degree Program: MS 2027
Hometown: Claremont, CA

At KGI: This is my second year of the MS program. I’ll be doing some pretty involved research this year with the Hernandez Lab. I’ve never done research this self-directed so I am a bit nervous. But more than nerves, I have an eagerness that this will be something cool. Additionally, I’m looking forward to being a useful representative for my peers. I hope to be someone who matches ambition with action and that my failures are graceful. I live close to campus so if you need me, I hope I’m not hard to find.

Post KGI: I’m pre-med, so my goal after KGI is to become a medical student and then doctor. I’m not sure what I’ll seek for specializing; hopefully, nothing too icky or stressful. Regardless of the particulars, I hope to bring compassion, diligence, and enthusiasm to my work daily. I have also caught a bit of a science bug, so I intend to direct my career toward one which balances research with clinic interactions. At the moment, the field of Immunology thoroughly engages me. I can see myself pursuing this subject until and well-after I am an expert.