Brandon J. Guereque Torres
Phoenix
Summary
Motivated and service-driven student pursuing a degree in Biology at Arizona State University. Passionate about research, student advocacy, health care, and community building, with proven leadership experience in student government, peer mentorship, campus programming, and graduate assistantships. Seeking opportunities that foster professional growth, support underserved communities, and contribute meaningfully to student and public well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Service Assistant
School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, ASU
01.2026 - Current
- Gave pedagogical and course-related support for graduate courses; assisted with grading, moderating discussion boards, developing exams, and helping students with their academic needs.
- Scheduled and maintained office hours, as well as provided support for classroom management for student learning and experience, course engagement, and course delivery.
- Used and applied specific content expertise to aid with course-related content, pedagogy, and assignments in the BDS master's program.
- Worked under the direct supervision of Dr. Nilesh Dixit, Director of the BDS Master's Program.
Student Senator
Undergraduate Student Government at ASU
04.2024 - Current
- Advocated on behalf of the student body by debating, drafting, and voting on legislation that would affect campus policy, student resources, and student organization funding.
- Managed and approved hundreds of thousands of dollars in student fee funding for responsible, fair, and policy-aligned distribution to student organizations and initiatives.
- Connected students, university administration, and campus partners by bringing student concerns to higher level administrations and encouraging open dialogue among all stakeholders.
- Presided over and actively participated in committees that included policy review, data-informed discussions, and decision-making on solutions to enhance student engagement, access, and campus experience.
Peer Mentor
Arizona State University, ASU
12.2023 - 01.2026
- Delivered individual mentoring and outreach to incoming and current first year students to support their transition academically, goal-setting, and getting involved on campus.
- Completed regular check-ins with students through meetings, phone calls, and email regarding questions or concerns about their courses, time management, campus resources, or overall transition to university life.
- Supported the orientation program, tabling events, and workshops that engaged students and aimed to increase retention, belonging, and awareness of academic resources and campus-wide wellness services.
- Acted as a liaison between students and New College staff members by elevating concerns as necessary and ensuring students felt heard and connected to the ASU community.
Director of Operations
Programming and Activities Board (PAB) at ASU
10.2023 - 01.2026
- Managed internal planning and operations to coordinate support for PAB programming, establishing best practices, clear lines of accountability, and ASU policies.
- Liaised between various internal stakeholders, syncing resources, timelines and operational needs to achieve seamless support for large campus-wide initiatives.
- Supervised operational workflows and documentation, to ensure prudent and responsible management of student fees and unit compliance.
- Recommended process enhancements to improve communication, planning and execution for various PAB initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
Glendale, AZ05-2026
Master of Science - Accelerated 4+1 Master’s |Biological Data Science
Arizona State University
Glendale, AZSkills
- Life sciences
- Research application
- Critical thinking
- Effective leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Strong work ethic
Accomplishments
Leadership & Governance
- Elected as University Affairs Chair and later Chair for Government Operations of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG).
- Wrote and passed a bylaw amendment requiring frequent student outreach for ongoing student involvement with the USG.
- Directed bylaw and governance revisions in collaboration with the university administration to keep current with transparency and organizational longevity.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified - Credential ID 01SAV1A
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graduate Service Assistant
School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, ASU
01.2026 - Current
Student Senator
Undergraduate Student Government at ASU
04.2024 - Current
Peer Mentor
Arizona State University, ASU
12.2023 - 01.2026
Director of Operations
Programming and Activities Board (PAB) at ASU
10.2023 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Accelerated 4+1 Master’s |Biological Data Science
Arizona State University