Reeves Moseley- President (pronouns: he/him)
Matt Zachary- Vice President (pronouns: he/him)
Matthew Zachary is a second-year MPAff student specializing in State & Local Finance and Cities & Urban. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Latin American & Hemispheric Studies from George Washington University before joining the LBJ School. Matt possesses experience in direct service, policy, and public finance. Over the summer, Matt interned at the Travis County Planning and Budget Office (PBO), where he wrote and edited the FY 2023-2024 Budget. He also initiated a collaboration with other county departments to gather data on the financial effects of COVID-19, including inflation and labor shortages, and added a new section on climate change costs to the budget for the first time.
As Vice President, Matt chairs the Academic and Internal Affairs Committee, chairs the Judicial Council when convoked, serves as the first liaison between GPAC and OSAA, and discharges the President’s duties in their absence or incapacity.
Jose Silva – Finance (pronouns: he/him)
Jose S. Silva Jr. is currently a 2nd year MPAff at the LBJ School, specializing in sub-national public finance. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology earned at Texas State University. With a diverse professional background, Jose has engaged in a wide spectrum of roles, including academic research, where he specialized in qualitative research on minority businesses. His experience also extends to working for a chamber of commerce, interning in the U.S. House of Representatives, and serving as a policy analyst in the State legislature. In this capacity, he focused on crucial issues such as public finance, ports, veterans, and border affairs, among others. During the most recent summer, Jose served as a fellow for Common Cause Texas, continuing his work in public finance as a policy analyst for State Senator Carol Alvarado, representing SD-6.
As the GPAC Finance Director, Jose will play a pivotal role in managing GPAC’s budgetary processes, offering support for student organizations’ financial activities, overseeing fiscal contracts that GPAC enters into, and maintaining the organization’s overall financial health.
Carsyn Collins – Student Life (pronouns: she/her)
Carsyn Collins is currently a second-year MPAff student at the LBJ School, specializing in education policy. She earned her undergraduate degree in marketing from Texas State University. Since then, Carsyn has embarked on a dynamic journey, accumulating a wealth of experience in various roles and internships spanning the Texas Legislature, political campaigns, and a state agency. These experiences have honed her skills in policy analysis and implementation. In her most recent role, she interned for the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities, where her research was focused on the realm of special education.
In her capacity as Student Life Director, Carsyn serves as the chair of the Student Life Committee, acting as the primary point of contact for all student-sponsored event planning. Her role is crucial in ensuring that students at the LBJ School enjoy the best possible experience, facilitating an enriching and vibrant student life.
Timothy Broussard – Professional Development (pronouns: he/him)
Timothy Broussard is currently pursuing a MGPS degree at the LBJ School, with a specialization in National Security policy. Prior to joining the LBJ School, he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Texas Tech University, accompanied by minors in International Relations and Arabic. Tim’s dedication to mastering the Arabic language and enhancing his writing skills has been evident throughout his academic journey and professional experiences.
In his role as GPAC Professional Development Director, Tim is tasked with overseeing all GPAC Professional Development events, facilitating networking opportunities for fellow LBJ student organizations, and closely collaborating with OSAA Career Services to provide students with valuable resources and support for their career aspirations.
Gabby Douthitt – Community Engagement (pronouns: she/her)
In her role as GPAC Community Engagement Director, Gabby will play a central role in coordinating volunteer events and donation drives, aiming to foster LBJ School’s active involvement in the community and contribute to meaningful engagement and positive impacts.
Lauren Hormiga- Communications Director (pronouns: she/her)
Lauren Hormiga is currently a 2nd year MPAff student with a specialization in policy communications at the LBJ School. Prior to joining the LBJ School, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Mass Communications from Texas State University. Lauren has accumulated valuable experience in a diverse range of communications and policy-related roles, including engagement in local election outreach, nonprofit development, digital analytics, communication strategy, and initiatives centered around healthcare and promoting an inclusive economy. For her policy internship, she completed an internship in Washington D.C. with the Center for American Progress, where she worked closely with the digital communications team, gaining insights into using various platforms for advocacy and policy communications.
In her current role as GPAC Communications Director, Lauren is responsible for overseeing all digital media aspects of GPAC, providing support to other student organizations at the LBJ School in their marketing efforts, and collaborating on communication projects across LBJ.
Jordan Jessie – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (pronouns: she/her)
Jordan Jessie is currently pursuing a MPAff degree at the LBJ School, with a specialization focused on the intricate relationship between racial disparities and social policy. Prior to joining the LBJ School, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Government from the University of Texas at Austin. Jordan’s academic and professional experiences have equipped her with a profound understanding of the intersectional racial disparities prevalent in areas such as housing, healthcare, and education. In a recent academic endeavor, she successfully completed a thesis that delved into the opposition to federal reparations policy and proposed solutions to shift the Americans perception of reparations.
In her role as GPAC DEI Director, Jordan will assume the responsibility of leading the DEI Committee, collaborating closely with identity-based student organizations, and actively working towards the reduction of equity gaps within the LBJ community, ensuring a more inclusive environment for both current and incoming students.