Aydan Villarreal is pursuing a master’s degree in health, community, and policy at The University of Texas at San Antonio, where he also earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in community health. As UT San Antonio’s student body president for the 2024 – 2025 academic year, Villarreal and his executive cabinet prioritized student well-being, access to resources, and representation in institutional decisions. They also helped ensure student voices were included in the UT San Antonio and UT Health San Antonio merger process. As an academic affairs intern for The University of Texas System, Villarreal gained significant experience in policy and student affairs, skills he further applied while serving on the UT System Student Advisory Council. He served as the council’s chair for the 2025 – 2026 academic year and facilitated the drafting of formal recommendations to the Board of Regents. Villarreal’s thoughtful approach to leadership and dedication to student success make him well-suited for a career in public service.