Freshman Looks to Stand Out as Candidate for SA President

by Sam Michel 


Tywan Wade is looking to stand out in the crowded field of candidates running to be Student Association President. That shouldn’t be too difficult since he’s the youngest person running. But Wade, currently pursuing a degree in business administration, believes being a freshman allows him to bring a fresh perspective to GW’s student government   

In a statement to WRGW News, Wade countered the notion that a freshman shouldn’t run for SA President. 

“In being the youngest person to ever run, I think that it’s necessary to redefine what normal in society [is]," he said. "I think that sometimes we get brainwashed into a certain type of understanding or belief that diminishes our individualism. I can assure doubters that my running is not all for flash, but [for] substance.” 

Wade’s campaign platform features broad proposals sure to generate attention and perhaps some controversy. The platform, which can be found at https://www.facebook.com/TywanWadeforSAPresident , features proposals to bring a farmer’s market to campus, providing a shuttle for students to Virginia Beach during the spring, and having the Vern Express provide a nightly detour through the shops of Georgetown. For campus dining, Wade’s platform includes providing a new dining plan for individuals and graduates in off-campus housing as well as creating a Franchise Funding Board to attract new restaurants and dining options to the GW community. 

But despite his ambitious agenda, Wade understands the challenges he would face implementing his agenda in the SA. 

“I know that the things that I want to implement at George Washington University are going to take time," he said.  "In speaking with former members of the Student Association, I have a realistic vision of how the group operates.” 

Wade wouldn’t comment on the current SA administration or detail what organizations he’s involved with on-campus. 

Rather, he hopes that, “individuals are able to see my vision as clear as day and believe that I can revolutionize GW with a dynamic but collaborative approach.”

Wade is running against three other candidates in the March 20^th-21^st election.