USU elections 2018
College of engineering senator Erik Olson — Senior Mechanical Engineering
Platform: Expand upon momentum already built in the College of Engineering to: increase student advocacy, expand opportunities for student feedback, build a more welcoming and unified college, and continue to keep fees low. Qualifications:
• Current Engineering Senator, direct experience with the role • Engineering Ambassador, represented College of Engineering • American Nuclear Society, awareness of club challenges • 2018 Fee Board member, experience with student fees • Eng. Ed. research assistant, aware of unique Eng. problems. Goals/Plans:
• SAVE: Increase Open Educational Resource implementation in the College to save students’ money.
• KEEP: Continue to be a strong voice against unnecessary student fee increases and keep fees low.
• ADVOCATE: Structure USUSA legislative procedure to more effectively advocate Engineering students.
• ENGAGE: Host monthly focus groups with administrators and mid-semester evaluations to engage students.
• DEVELOP: Advance internship opportunities, research accessibility, multidisciplinary projects to develop students.
Quinney college of natural resources senator Mason Kemp — Senior
Wildlife Ecology and Management
Platform: Increase opportunities for involvement and connection between the Quinney College of Natural Resources and the rest of Utah State University. Qualifications:
• QCNR Undergraduate Student Council Marketing Director • Global Community Leadership participant in Cambodia • Volunteer for various USUSA events Goals/Plans:
• Create and promote events that will be more inclusive and engaging to all students, especially in the QCNR.
• Be a voice for the QCNR and an advocate for the Natural Resources. • Promote diversity and inclusion for those who feel marginalized or without representation
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