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By ABIGAIL SHEARER
Tiger Media Network
After being elected on April 10, President-elect Jackson Sinsel and Vice President-elect Brenna Schwien spoke with Tiger Media Network to outline their vision and plans for the student body moving forward.
Vision for the Student Body
Sinsel emphasized the importance of adaptation.
“We want students to understand that as a university, we are ever-changing, and that we must adjust,” he said.
Schwien echoed this sentiment.
“I want to ensure that our senators feel empowered to ask questions, both during meetings and outside of them,” she said.
Intentions for Implementation
“I believe that partnering with student organizations is one of the easiest strategies to implement; this could involve us reaching out to them or vice versa,” Sinsel said.
Keeping Students Informed
To enhance communication, Sinsel explained their plans to improve outreach.
“For new senators, we will be moving up orientation, which currently takes place in January,” he said. “Additionally, I believe our social media platforms are an effective way to keep students informed.”
Engagement with the Senate
Addressing the Senate’s role, Schwien mentioned her commitment to accessibility.
“I will hold regular office hours where students can come and talk to me,” she said. “They can also communicate via email. If I see them in the hallways or on the quad, I’ll make an effort to engage with them to address their concerns professionally.”
Collaboration with Senators
Schwien shared her perspective on collaboration.
“A crucial aspect is letting our senators know they’re welcome to stop by the office and hang out; our office is a great space for that,” she said. “Building personal connections is vital, as it fosters an environment where they feel comfortable asking us anything.”
Legacy and Goals for the Future
“I want our student government to be more involved with our students and organizations,” Sinsel said. “We’ve talked about hosting an open forum and collaborating with student organizations to achieve this.”
“I hope everyone involved in SGA or our executive staff develops a passion for it,” Schwien added. “Being part of SGA has empowered me to confidently advocate for various issues that matter to our students and our campus.”
Sinsel and Schwien aim to leave a lasting impact on the student body through their commitment to communication, collaboration, and community engagement.