fac@usac.ucla.edu | Office: KH300B

Hi! I’m Paige Zwerner and I serve as the Facilities Commissioner in USAC for the 2026-2027 academic term. I currently serve as the UC Student Association’s Academic Affairs Officer and the Transfer Student Representative Chief of Staff. I am also a part of the BOS committee in FAC. In previous years, I have been a part of the office of the President, IVP, and ISR.

Officer-Specific Platforms & Objectives

• Expanding Access

  • Continuing the legacy of the Lily Shaw Disability Cultural Center

  • Securing sustainable funding to support staffing, maintenance, and long-term operations

  • Collaborating with UCLA Transportation to improve the Safe Ride app for Bruin Access users

• Electoral & Local Governance Engagement

  • Increasing student involvement in local government matters and midterm elections

  • Engaging with local government candidates whose priorities align with sustainability and accessibility

  • Building strong connections with local officials to advocate for on-campus sustainability and development

• Building Inclusive Spaces

  • Developing a program that helps both new and returning campus organizations navigate the complexities of Student Organizations Leadership & Engagement (SOLE)

  • Providing structured guidance and support for funding procedures, publicity, and other administrative processes

  • Fostering a stronger sense of community across campus through especially catering to the needs of marginalized and non-traditional university students

What is the Facilities Commissioner

• The Facilities Commissioner oversees the USAC Facilities Commission (FAC), which primarily focuses on campus infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and student transit options. In terms of environmental sustainability, FAC promotes green initiatives, waste reduction programs, and eco-friendly practices across campus facilities. With regard to campus infrastructure and accessibility, the FAC commissioner, through their platforms, extends advocacy towards addressing disabled student needs, facility improvements like ramps and elevators, and creating more inclusive physical spaces. The FAC commissioner additionally works on reliable transit solutions, alternative commuting methods, and the repurposing of underutilized campus spaces.