Our Representative, Jared Lane is running to serve Tulane, as a delegate on the Tulane Undergraduate Assembly. Jared has years of experience in communications, philanthropy, and government relations that have yielded record-breaking results for Southeast Louisiana. On the Assembly, Jared will work towards Tulane-first initiatives that represent and empower the student body. Jared has a passion to serve Our Community, through first-hand experience in Louisiana, he has saw the power of community investment & service.

Jared Lane is ready to guide Tulane into the Right Lane as Our Representative!

I believe that communities thrive when all members are welcomed and collaborate. Empowered communities are made up of individuals who are free to share their ideas and where those in power listen and act accordingly. I believe that communities, large and small, must balance traditions and preservation with creativity and innovation. As a TUA delegate, I would strive to listen to peers, promote active participation of the student body, and amplify its core values in the decision making process. Personally, I am passionate about advocacy and sustainability, and I feel being a part of TUA would allow me to dive deeper into these areas and share my passions. My previous experiences in high school spanned many disciplines including Mock Trial, Yearbook, teaching young people how to code, Speech and Debate, and student government. Each of these leadership experiences and clubs taught me something very important: following your interests and passions always has value, even if you don’t follow that career path. You gain experiences and learn a lot about yourself through exploring and learning new things, and many of the skills you learn are valuable in all aspects of your life. In TUA, my focus would be on creating inclusive, supportive spaces for students to try new things and express their curiosity. 

Making a difference doesn’t always mean changing the world. Sometimes, it begins with speaking up for yourself and for those who can’t. That’s why I want to be a TUA Delegate.

Leadership isn’t about having the loudest voice in the room. It’s about making sure every voice has the opportunity to be heard. Not everyone feels comfortable sharing their ideas, asking for help, or advocating for themselves. I believe one of the greatest forms of service is making people feel seen and heard, and I want to be someone others can come to because they know they’ll be heard. What excites me most about TUA is that listening doesn’t stop there. It provides opportunities to work alongside students, delegates, and administrators to turn conversations into meaningful change through projects to improve life at Tulane.

Through leading a mental health initiative in high school, I learned advocacy isn’t always about having the perfect solution. Sometimes, it’s simply making sure someone knows they aren’t alone. I saw how feeling heard encouraged people to support one another and start conversations they were once afraid to have. That experience taught me that belonging is the foundation of well-being.

At a place as diverse as Tulane, rooted in the rich culture of New Orleans, our greatest strength is the people who make up our community. Every student brings perspectives that make Tulane what it is, and I want everyone to feel empowered to add their voice to the community that makes our university so special.

I am running to be a TUA Delegate because I want to ensure every student feels heard, represented, and empowered to make the most of their Tulane experience. As a first-year student, I have already become involved across campus through the Tulane Wellness Society as a member of the Outreach Committee for the upcoming semester!

Throughout high school, I sought out leadership opportunities that created meaningful impact. I served as president of my competitive a cappella group and founded a Music in Medicine club that brought live music to senior living communities including hospice homes. Those experiences taught me that effective leadership begins with listening, collaboration, and turning ideas into action.

As a delegate, I want to advocate for initiatives that improve student life, expand opportunities for involvement, and ensure students know their voices matter. Whether it’s supporting wellness, academics, campus traditions, or organizations that bring our community together, I will be an approachable and dedicated representative who listens first and acts with purpose.

Tulane has already given me an incredible sense of community, and I want to give back by helping shape a campus where every student has the opportunity to thrive. I would be honored to represent my classmates and work alongside fellow delegates to make a lasting, positive impact on our university.

I am running to be a TUA Delegate because I am passionate about serving the Tulane community and helping students feel connected from the moment they arrive. I believe that a strong campus community begins when students feel welcomed, represented, and encouraged to get involved. I want to be a delegate who listens to students’ experiences, advocates for their ideas, and helps create a campus where everyone feels like they belong.

Throughout my leadership experiences as a Student Ambassador and Student Government Secretary at my high school, I have learned the importance of bringing people together and turning ideas into action. They showed me that small connections can make a lasting impact. Through these roles, I strengthened my communication skills and learned how to create welcoming environments for new members of a community.

As an incoming freshman, serving as a TUA Delegate would help me be a part of many people’s stories and be part of events, clubs, service projects, and campus traditions while advocating for initiatives that strengthen our campus culture. I am especially passionate about promoting sustainability and environmental awareness, and I hope to continue supporting efforts that create a more responsible and engaged student experience. I believe TUA is the perfect place to start branching out and meeting people who want to achieve the same goal: creating a lasting and meaningful community at Tulane for everyone.

As an incoming freshman, I know that the best way to become a part of a community is to get involved early. I was attracted to Tulane because community involvement is woven into the fabric of the university. I will receive just as much of an education as a New Orleans resident as I will being a Tulane student. I believe all voices matter and I have been in communities where some voices are amplified more than others. I see my role on TUA giving a platform to those in and around the Tulane community. During my admitted student’s weekend, I saw Paresh Kolluru speak on a panel of students about his involvement on campus and I was inspired. Participating in TUA will provide an authentic reason to get to know my fellow students, the faculty and the greater NOLA community and to serve that community in a truly meaningful way.

If a city can have a friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, why can’t a university have a friendly neighborhood representative?

As a self-diagnosed cinephile, I’ve witnessed in all my favorite films: every renowned protagonist has a guide. Before Luke had Yoda, Peter had Aunt May (or Uncle-Ben); Just ordinary people searching for direction. They became heroes because someone chose to believe in them and enabled them to see their potential. That’s what drew me to TUA.

A representative isn’t the protagonist of Tulane’s story; the students are. My goal is to be the guide that makes certain every perspective has a voice. For the past four years, I’ve served as Student Body President and State Vice President for the Louisiana Association of Student Councils; I helped connect more than 2,500 students across the state, organizing leadership initiatives and bringing together voices from communities with diverse backgrounds. As Senate Floor Leader for YMCA Legislature, I learned that leadership demands productive discussions.

I strive to carry that momentum. My goal is to make student government more accessible, amplify communication between freshmen and TUA, create more opportunities for first-year students to get involved, and ensure your concerns lead to action. My promise is simple: you’ll always have someone willing to listen and ready to advocate for you.

Tulane doesn’t need someone swinging between Gibson and Butler. It needs someone who shows up, follows through, and puts students first. If elected, I, Nicoline Perrin, would be honored to be your friendly neighborhood representative.