Political Science students elected the following students to be their representatives in departmental governance matters.
Peter Arnao
My name is Peter Arnao, I am a junior at DePaul University studying Political Science with a concentration in Law and Theory. I am from the Bay Area, California, and have been involved in advocacy and student government since I was 11 years old. I began taking Political Science college courses in 10th grade and have taken nearly a dozen here at DePaul. These experiences have equipped me with the skills and perspective needed to represent Political Science students effectively. As a Political Science Student Representative, I will be dedicated to consistently voicing the needs and concerns of my peers to the department. With this, I will advocate for any needed improvements and changes, while being committed to creating a strong sense of community.
Sruthi (Rue) Karthic
My name is Rue Karthic, and I am a senior double majoring in political science and philosophy. I am currently the secretary of Pi Sigma Alpha, have been involved in DemonTHON, tutoring, and classroom volunteering, roles that have led me to prioritize empathy and accountability, valuing equity above all. As a student representative, I plan on focusing on building relationships with and between first-gen, transfer, and marginalized communities, while creating opportunities for discourse. I care about authentic leadership and creating room for voices that are not always heard. As student representative I hope to bring an honest perspective and act as a collective voice, prioritizing open communication, peer support, and creating shared growth within the political science department by taking care of the individual.
Kristyn Leroy
My name is Kristyn Leroy, and I'm a Political Science major in the Honors College with minors in African and Black Diaspora Studies and Community Service Studies as a CSS Scholar. I'm especially passionate about policy and law, and I see them as tools to create meaningful change rooted in equity, representation, and justice. As a student representative, I want to do more than just sit at the table—I want to bridge the gap between professors and students, making sure our voices are heard and our experiences shape the department. In today's political climate, those conversations matter more than ever, and I'm eager to help foster a stronger, more connected community within our Political Science department.
Nora Riba
My name is Nora Riba, and I am a proud junior here at DePaul. Over the years I have had the privilege of building meaningful connections within the political science department and served as an LAS Representative in student government. These experiences have taught me how to listen, advocate and take action, skills I am eager to bring to this role. I am passionate about making sure your voices are heard and I am honored to represent you and will work hard to create positive change in our department.