WRGW News at 6: Friday, March 29th, 2013 by Wrgw_News on Mixcloud
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SA Election Results Live Blog
Starting at 9pm tonight we will be live blogging the SA Election Results. Listen live at http://www.gwradio.com/
Elliott School SA Senate Candidates' Overview
By Myles Goldman
On Wednesday, March 20th and Thursday March 21st GW students will be voting for representatives in the Student Association, Marvin Center Governing Board, and Programming Board. This article is part of a series WRGW News is conducting giving an overview of the competitive races.
One of the competitive races is the Elliott School of International Affairs Senate race. In this race six candidates are running for three seats. WRGW News encourages you to look at the candidates' websites for more information.
Simarmeet Singh
Year: 2015, International Affairs and Economics
Top Priorities: Communication with the student body through town halls and informal events, Extending hours of Elliot School building, free printing if you bring your own paper program, internship fairs for Elliot School students
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/SimarforESIA
Varsha Sundararamin
Year: 2016, International Affairs with a minor in Journalism
Top Priorities: Improving University's emergency alert system, better communication with the student body, adding computers and printers in Elliot School, increasing accessibility to J-Street.
Campaign Website: http://www.facebook.com/VoteVarsha
Paul Asercion
Year: 2014, International Affairs, Latin American & Hemispheric Affairs Concentration and Economics. Minoring in Spanish and Math.
Top Priorities: Elliot School advising, especially related to operating hours.
"Nearly every day at GW, I hear about something that is wrong with this university. I hear these complaints from friends, students, and even faculty. Whether the complaints may be about specific or general issues, there should be an efficient way for students to get answers to their questions and to be able accomplish their goals. I believe that if you really want change, then you must be actively involved in creating that change. This is why I’m running for the position of ESIA Senator because I want student life to change for the better here at GW."
Campaign Website: http://paulforesiasenator.
Spencer Newland
Year: 2016, International Affairs with a minor in History
Top Priorities: ATM's in every residence Hall, more student space
"I am running for ESIA Senator because I want to become more involved in GW and how it is run. I would like to help increase the dialogue between the administration and the students so that we all feel more connected as members of the same academic community."
Chris Stillwell
Year: 2015, International Affairs-Concentration in Asia
Top Priorities: printers in the Elliot School, create monthly Senate email to students telling them what is happening in the Senate. This would be an email students would sign-up for.
"I am running for Elliott School Senator because I want to help improve the experiences and lives of Elliott Students. I am also very interested in giving back to the GW community and helping to improve conditions on campus. Many of my campaign platform points deal with specifically aiding the academic lives and living situations of students. I am hard-working and determined to fix the various issues on campus if elected."
Campaign Website: bitly.com/ChrisStillwell
* WRGW News requested comment from the sixth candidate, Johnny Kelley, but did not receive a response by press time.
On Wednesday, March 20th and Thursday March 21st GW students will be voting for representatives in the Student Association, Marvin Center Governing Board, and Programming Board. This article is part of a series WRGW News is conducting giving an overview of the competitive races.
One of the competitive races is the Elliott School of International Affairs Senate race. In this race six candidates are running for three seats. WRGW News encourages you to look at the candidates' websites for more information.
Simarmeet Singh
Year: 2015, International Affairs and Economics
Top Priorities: Communication with the student body through town halls and informal events, Extending hours of Elliot School building, free printing if you bring your own paper program, internship fairs for Elliot School students
"I am running for the Elliott School Senator seat specifically because of
my major and my involvement with the Elliott School. I am very involved with
the International Affairs Society, whose endorsement I am honored to have, as
well as the GW Model United Nations team which interact a lot with the Elliott
School, and for these factors amongst others I am excited to seek the post of
Elliott School senator."
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/SimarforESIA
Varsha Sundararamin
Year: 2016, International Affairs with a minor in Journalism
Top Priorities: Improving University's emergency alert system, better communication with the student body, adding computers and printers in Elliot School, increasing accessibility to J-Street.
"I have always worked to better my community through
leadership positions or volunteer opportunities, whether at home or at The
George Washington University. After
participating in organizations such as Class Council and Student Council since
fourth grade, I have found that I have the skills and passion to improve the
life, safety, voice, and access to resources for students here at GWU. Over the past year, I have grown to see GWU
as my home. I want to use my strengths
and motivation to serve the creative and well-rounded Colonials. With the support of groups such as the
College Democrats and the International Affairs Society, I know I can use my
desire to give back to GWU as Elliott School Undergraduate Senator in the
Student Association."
Campaign Website: http://www.facebook.com/VoteVarsha
Paul Asercion
Year: 2014, International Affairs, Latin American & Hemispheric Affairs Concentration and Economics. Minoring in Spanish and Math.
Top Priorities: Elliot School advising, especially related to operating hours.
"Nearly every day at GW, I hear about something that is wrong with this university. I hear these complaints from friends, students, and even faculty. Whether the complaints may be about specific or general issues, there should be an efficient way for students to get answers to their questions and to be able accomplish their goals. I believe that if you really want change, then you must be actively involved in creating that change. This is why I’m running for the position of ESIA Senator because I want student life to change for the better here at GW."
Campaign Website: http://paulforesiasenator.
Spencer Newland
Year: 2016, International Affairs with a minor in History
Top Priorities: ATM's in every residence Hall, more student space
"I am running for ESIA Senator because I want to become more involved in GW and how it is run. I would like to help increase the dialogue between the administration and the students so that we all feel more connected as members of the same academic community."
Chris Stillwell
Year: 2015, International Affairs-Concentration in Asia
Top Priorities: printers in the Elliot School, create monthly Senate email to students telling them what is happening in the Senate. This would be an email students would sign-up for.
"I am running for Elliott School Senator because I want to help improve the experiences and lives of Elliott Students. I am also very interested in giving back to the GW community and helping to improve conditions on campus. Many of my campaign platform points deal with specifically aiding the academic lives and living situations of students. I am hard-working and determined to fix the various issues on campus if elected."
Campaign Website: bitly.com/ChrisStillwell
* WRGW News requested comment from the sixth candidate, Johnny Kelley, but did not receive a response by press time.
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
SEAS SA Senate Candidates' Overview
by Myles Goldman
On Wednesday, March 20th and Thursday March 21st GW students will be voting for representatives in the Student Association, Marvin Center Governing Board, and Programming Board. This article is part of a series WRGW News is conducting giving an overview of the competitive races.
One of the competitive races is the Undergraduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS). In this race three candidates are running for one seat. WRGW News encourages you to look at the candidates' websites for more information.
Neil Forquer
Year: 2014, Civil Engineering
Top Priorities: Making sure SEAS student organizations are prepared for SA Financial allocations and creating a program that helps engineering students deal and cope with stress and problems specific to SEAS
"I see this position as a way of giving back to SEAS and GWU as a whole. With that being said, I make it my personal goal to ensure that engineering student orgs have everything they need from the SA for events, and that they are prepared for the allocations process during that specific time of the year. Also, I see this spot as being an ambassadorship for SEAS to the other schools in the University. Over the course of the past year, I've enjoyed meeting new people in the SA and working with them as a way of bridging the gap between SEAS and the other schools."
Candidate's Website: https://www.facebook.com/NeilForquerForSeasSenator?fref=ts
On Wednesday, March 20th and Thursday March 21st GW students will be voting for representatives in the Student Association, Marvin Center Governing Board, and Programming Board. This article is part of a series WRGW News is conducting giving an overview of the competitive races.
One of the competitive races is the Undergraduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS). In this race three candidates are running for one seat. WRGW News encourages you to look at the candidates' websites for more information.
Neil Forquer
Year: 2014, Civil Engineering
Top Priorities: Making sure SEAS student organizations are prepared for SA Financial allocations and creating a program that helps engineering students deal and cope with stress and problems specific to SEAS
"I see this position as a way of giving back to SEAS and GWU as a whole. With that being said, I make it my personal goal to ensure that engineering student orgs have everything they need from the SA for events, and that they are prepared for the allocations process during that specific time of the year. Also, I see this spot as being an ambassadorship for SEAS to the other schools in the University. Over the course of the past year, I've enjoyed meeting new people in the SA and working with them as a way of bridging the gap between SEAS and the other schools."
Candidate's Website: https://www.facebook.com/NeilForquerForSeasSenator?fref=ts
Edwin Musibira
Year: 2016, Civil Engineering
Top Priorities: Making sure SA has a dialogue with all students at GW, and supporting a transparent and streamlined SA budgeting process
Year: 2016, Civil Engineering
Top Priorities: Making sure SA has a dialogue with all students at GW, and supporting a transparent and streamlined SA budgeting process
"I’m running for SEAS Undergraduate Senator because I want the Engineering School to have an active voice in the senate, a person who will
advocate for accountability, smart decisions and communal engagement."
Candidate's Website: https://www.facebook.com/VoteEdwinSeasSa2013
Karan Singh
Year: 2016, Electrical Engineering
Candidate's Website: https://www.facebook.com/VoteKaranSingh
*Karan Singh did not return our request for comment about his campaign by press time.
CCAS Senate Election Overview
by Sam Michel
The upcoming Student Association elections will feature several competitive races, including the Columbian College Undergraduate Senate election, which features 16 candidates running for 6 seats. Below are a list of the candidates, a brief description about them and their top priorities if elected to the SA Senate. WRGW News encourages you to visit the candidates’ websites and Facebook pages to learn more about their platforms.
Shreya Chaturvedi
Year: 2016, Psychology
Top Priorities: Safe transportation, increasing access to student health services
The upcoming Student Association elections will feature several competitive races, including the Columbian College Undergraduate Senate election, which features 16 candidates running for 6 seats. Below are a list of the candidates, a brief description about them and their top priorities if elected to the SA Senate. WRGW News encourages you to visit the candidates’ websites and Facebook pages to learn more about their platforms.
“My top priority in the election is bringing students’ issues to light. More than pushing personal initiatives as a Senator, I plan on representing Columbian students as best as I can.”
Campaign website: http://www.shreya4sa.sqsp.com
Jevin Hodge
Year: 2016
Top Priorities: Student space, student life, safety, academic modernization
“"GW is elevating at a rapid pace; with an environment of such great ability and even greater potential we have to galvanize campus rapport and take a step in the right direction. Work to create a streamlined and better process for communicating with the allocations and co-sponsorship so all clubs will know what is expected of them.”
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/JevinHodgeForSenator
Nick Gumas
Top Priorities: Expanding GPAC requirements, enacting non-discrimination legislation, lowering cost of printing
“ I am the only candidate in the race with experience as a SA senator, and I hope to use that experience next year to continue bettering the lives of CCAS students through building off of these initiatives and working on new ones, such as increasing diversity in student government, promoting sexual education, improving resources for smaller student organizations."
Benjamin Pryde
Year, Major: 2016, Econoimcs/Political Science
Top Priorities: Student Safety, Sustainability, Vern Issues, Students Clubs/Organizations, GW Living
"I am running because I believe that students deserve a University where their needs academically and socially are met, and a Student Association that ensures that students' needs and aspirations are not forgotten and are made a priority.”
Campaign Website: http://www.benpryde.com
Justyna Felusiak
Year, Major: 2014, Political Science/Geography
Top Priorities: Course Scheduling, School Spirit, Student Org Funding
“I am running because being a part of the Student Association as a CCAS Senator is something I know I can do and do it well. As a third year student and experienced student leader, I can bring something new and fresh to the SA while still bringing the experience of working with GW administrators to the table.”
Campaign Website: www.facebook.com/JustynaFelusiakCCAS
Ahrim Nam
Year, Major: 2016, Political Science/Spanish
Top Priorities: Extending dining hours, Student Health
“One of my top priorities in the election would probably have to be improving certain aspects of student life at GW, especially student health services and its location.”
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/NAMforCCAS
Patrick Furbush
Year, Major: 2015, Economics/Political Science
Top Priorities: Improving CCAS advising, reducing GPAC requirements, installing efficient lighting and heating, improving student space
“A top priority I have is improving the CCAS advising because it is too unorganized and GW students deserve only the best help we can get. I am running because I believe I am the best person for the job of changing our school for the better.”
Mollie Bowman
Year: 2016
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/mollieforsenator
John Menges
Year: 2016, Political Science
Top Priorities: SA financial transparency, dining hall sustainability
“I am running to be a CCAS-U Senator because I want to work together with students, student leaders, and administrators to create a better GW for all students.”
Campaign Website: http://johnforgw.com
Casey Syron
Year: 2016, Political Science, German Language and Literature
Top Priorities: Increase amount of classes that count towards GPAC, Printers in all Academic and Residence Halls, Lower fees for lost GWorld Cards and lost room keys
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/caseyforgw
Justin Hyde
Major: Organizational Sciences
Top Priorities: Additional Student Space, Student representation on the Board of Trustees, Improving CCAS Advising
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/JustinHide?fref=ts
Marshall Cohen
Year: 2016, Political Science
Campaign Website: www.electmarshall.com
John Weiss
Year: 2015, International Relations-Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs, Political Science, Environmental Science
Top Priorities: Campus sustainability, efficacy, student rights
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/JohnWeissForCcasSenate?group_id=0
*Brandon Kumar, Justin Hyde, Taylor Cole, Marshall Cohen, John Weiss and Casey Syron did not respond to our request by press time for a comment on their candidacies.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
WRGW News at 6: Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Marvin Center Governing Board (MCGB) Election Overview
by Sam Michel
“I want to encourage more contact between the MCGB and news organizations like the Hatchet and GW Today, as well as expanding MCGB's presence on social media sites (specifically Twitter and Facebook) so students understand more of what MCGB is doing.”
Ian Ceccarelli, Alberto Zayas Montilla, Glenn Richardson, and Elizabeth Kennedy did not respond by press time to our request for a comment on their campaigns.
As part of WRGW News’
ongoing coverage of the upcoming SA elections, we are previewing the
competitive races. Today we take a look at the Marvin Center Governing Board
race, where 9 candidates are running to fill 4 open seats. Below is an overview
of the candidates, their platforms and their top priorities if elected. We
encourage you to look to their campaign websites for further details about
their candidacy.
Usama Khan
Year, Major: 2014, Economics/Finance
Top Priorities: Modifying
J Street, redesigning the couch areas, making it easier for student orgs to
book space
“GW has given me so many opportunities over the last 3 years,
which I have seized with both hands. After taking so much from this school, I
think it is time to give something back.
I have always loved the Marvin
Center. It is our student center, but I do not believe it is currently being
used to its full potential. That is something I want to change. I plan on
lobbying the board and fighting for student space, for the building to be more
environmentally sustainable, and for making the Marvin Center feel more like a
second home for students.”
Shelby Goodfriend
Year, Major: 2014, Interior
Architecture & Design
Top Priorities: Making
board members accessible to student orgs, increasing MCGB transparency
“My main priority is for MCGB to be a resource to students. This
means posted office hours when elected board members can meet with
organizations, transparency regarding student office space allocations and the
student dining board as well as posting minutes about our meetings so students
know what MCGB is actually doing.”
Campaign Website: http://www.facebook.com/ShelbyGoodfriendForMcgb
Paul Organ
Year, Major: 2014,
Economics/Mathematics
Top Priorities:
Transparency, efficiency, publicity
“I want to encourage more contact between the MCGB and news organizations like the Hatchet and GW Today, as well as expanding MCGB's presence on social media sites (specifically Twitter and Facebook) so students understand more of what MCGB is doing.”
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/OrganForMCGB
John Paul Koenigs
Year, Major: 2015,
International Affairs/Political Science
“The Marvin Center could be so much
more than it is - it could be a place that makes every Colonial proud. We all
have our own hopes and goals for the Marvin Center, I want to be in a position
to hear your hopes, and help make real changes to our student experience”
Campaign Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Paul-Koenigs-for-Marvin-Center-Governing-Board/171863472964070?fref=ts
Graham I. Rabinowitsch
Year, Major: 2014,
Organizational Science/Political Science
Top Priorities: MCGB
accessibility, collaboration with the SA, RHA and student organizations,
advocating for student space
“I am running for Marvin Center Governing Board because I feel
that I can bring my experience in advocacy initiatives and collaborative
activities to MCGB in order to revitalize the board, serve as an effective
advocate for students, allocate office and storage space to student orgs based
on need, and support student-centered programming.”
Campaign Website: http://www.facebook.com/girforgw
Ian Ceccarelli
Ian Ceccarelli, Alberto Zayas Montilla, Glenn Richardson, and Elizabeth Kennedy did not respond by press time to our request for a comment on their campaigns.
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