We are ASCE.
About Us:
The Associated Students office of Concerts & Events (ASCE) is the student programming board responsible for some of the longest standing campus traditions at UC San Diego, such as You At The Loft, Bear Gardens, and the Sun God Festival. Utilizing student input, we pride ourselves in catering to our student body through a diverse range of events. Any undergraduate student interested in our organization can join and contribute to our team by becoming a general body member.
Our Vision:
To spearhead a culture at UC San Diego that prioritizes the college experience of current students.
Our Mission:
To provide standout programming for the UC San Diego undergraduate student body to make their college experience memorable.
Our Core Values:
Accessibility: our organization is open to any undergraduate willing to join
Recognizability: we pride ourselves in careful, precise planning and execution
Input: basing our decisions off of student data
Meet the Team
ASCE has become synonymous with exquisite detail, beautiful production, and exceptional talent. Each of the departments within our office work together to create the experience that you enjoy.
Associate Vice President
The Associate Vice President manages the office and its various departments. The Sr. AVP oversees financial accounts, event planning, talent booking, marketing, and staff development. They also act as a liaison between ASCE and its external partners, including the Associated Students President, the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, and more.
Emily Parviz
avpconcerts@ucsd.eduAssociate Vice President
Staff Development
The Chief of Staff oversees all staff development efforts, including planning our weekly general body meetings, encouraging outreach, and retaining our event volunteers. In addition to the health of all of our student staff, they work to help our student leaders build lifelong careers skill sets.
Jack Costa
ascechiefofoperations@ucsd.eduChief of Operations
Operations Coordinator
Brooklyn Malau
Operations Intern
Operations Intern
Marketing Team
The Marketing Team is responsible for integrating ASCE into the UCSD student life by promoting our events and brand via several different outlets. Working to advertise our programs, festivals, and volunteer opportunities, this team helps to not only put our events in front of students, but also grow the organization as a whole.
Marketing Director
Marketing Coordinator
Joanne Cacho
Marketing Coordinator
Amber Chi
Marketing Intern
Hannah Grafman
Marketing Intern
Media and Sponsorships Director
Media and Sponsorships Coordinator
Isaiah Nafarrete
Media Intern
Jackson Manansala
Media Intern
Justin Tanaka
Media Intern
Noah Gallardo
Media Intern
Nathan Luk
Sponsorship Intern
Festivals Team
The festivals team works year-round to create the longest lasting memories to add to the UC San Diego undergraduate experience. The festivals team programs the annual Sun God Festival, now a household name on campus. They also are curating the first ever Horizon Arena Concert to provide students with an experience that will transport students Beyond the Horizon. As one of the leading college music festivals in the nation and the largest event on UC San Diego campus, Sun God Festival strives to be the highlight of the school year.
Jiya Patel
ascefestivals@ucsd.eduFestivals Director
Saanvi Tiwari
Festivals Coordinator
Festivals Coordinator
Bear Garden Team
The Bear Garden team works to put on five daytime carnivals throughout the academic year. A space for students to lounge and wind down with free food, games, and prizes, the Bear Gardens have grown to become increasingly popular amongst the undergraduate population.
Maritza Lara Sanchez
ascebeargarden@ucsd.eduBear Garden Director
Nicholas Johnson
Bear Garden Coordinator
Joshua Chaidez
Bear Garden Intern
Katie Ngo
Bear Garden Intern
Madison Yu
Bear Garden Intern
Special Events Team
The Special Events team is the creative powerhouse of ASCE. Putting on five to eight events per quarter, this team looks for ways to build new campus traditions and provide events for new, diverse audiences.
Special Events Director
Ian Han
Special Events Coordinator
Special Events Coordinator
Julian Gonzales
Special Events Intern
Kalynn Yeh
Special Events Intern
Kat Tran
Special Events Intern
