2005 Spring General
Election Supplement

On-Campus Representatives


candidate
Chunzi "Emily" Lu - Student Action Coalition

Greetings UCSB Students! My name is Chunzi (Emily) Lu and I am a 2nd year student pursuing my degree in Film Studies and Asian American Studies. Please elect me for the On-Campus Rep. position because I have many experiences both living and working within the residential community. From my past experience as a resident and as a Resident Assistant this year, I am extremely familiar with some of the major issues the residents face. If I am elected for next year, I can see myself working on increasing visibility of not only the A.S. government, but also promoting variety of resources our campus has to offer to the residents in order to help them succeed in their college career. In addition, I want to help bridging the gap between Residence Halls Association (RHA) and A.S. in terms of coordinating more programs that are geared towards the residents, especially first and second years who are not as familiar with what our campus has to offer. Through my involvement organizing programs for FT residents, Reel Loud student film festival, Lunar's New Year celebration, Tsunami Relief Beachwalk, and Pride Week activities as well as sitting on A.S. Finance Board, being an active member of Queer Student Union this year will provide me with a solid foundation/skills serving us, the students, addressing/voicing our concerns, and making changes within our local/statewide communities. So please vote for me and S.A.C to make sure you are truly represented! Taking action, attaining access! www.votesac.com. shekedown@umail.ucsb.edu.

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La Toshia Brown - Student Action Coalition

As a candidate for office, I recognize the challenge that lies ahead. However, my goal is to face these challenges head on with an optimistic attitude. There will be change. My name is La Toshia Brown and I am running for the office of On-Campus Representative. I am a freshman English major. Though I have been a student at UCSB for a mere two quarters, I serve as an active part of the student body. Through my involvement in different groups on campus and an adamant desire for social change, I plan to continue my work towards equality. In order for progress, we need more interaction between differing groups on campus. To make significant changes for diversity on UCSB's campus as a whole, our individual communities must come together and strategize change. Outreach is the key. Let us make our campus available to all students. To achieve these goals it is necessary for UCSB students to build a coalition amongst themselves and with other UC students statewide. An unified force, undivided by cultural differences held together with a bond; educational equality. Vote S.A.C.! Taking Action Attaining Access.

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Nathaniel "Nathan" Wood-Wilde - Students' Party

What is up UCSB. My name is Nathan Wood and I am running for On-Campus Rep. Right now that name probably doesn't mean much to you, and why should it? After all I am just a freshman. Just a student struggling to get through his 16 units while doing a few extracurricular activities. Just someone who wants to enjoy life and at the same time make a difference. Does my name really matter? NO it doesn't, because Nathan Wood is that person you see in class everyday you pass by to get to the middle row. He's the guy in the back of the cafeteria you always see at breakfast. He's the biker that you were this close to crashing into. I am a UCSB student. Now you might think we're all students...let me say there's a difference between being a student and being for students. Your name could be on the registrar, but that doesn't mean you're here to help each of us on our journey...I will do just that. If you let me, my face can start to take shape with each of your support. I can take the experience I've gained from being a Hall Rep. and magnify that to become an On-Campus Rep. My dedication will equal your dedication. If you're interested talk to the 6'5'' dorky looking white guy wearing a white 'Shady' hat. A vote for Nathan Wood and the Students' Party is a vote for students.

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Cordero Vigil - Students' Party

Coming from a background where the status quo influences a person's mind to seek advancement for those of a lower socio-economic status as well as the general population has influenced me to delve into the problematic issues that face UCSB in order to bring contentment for those that seek a rich environment. I would like to introduce myself to you as Cordero Vigil, a man of integrity and decorum that does not seek fulfillment for me but rather for those that want a positive change at UCSB. I am not running for an advertisement in the Daily Nexus but to serve every student at UCSB whether you are a person that falls into the realm of under-representation or if you are a general learning entity on the UCSB campus. Aside from the hope of attaining a seat on the Legislative Council as an On-Campus Representative, I would like to join the Investments Advisory Committee and Student Lobby. I want to join the Investments Advisory Committee for the sole purpose of guiding money for UCSB students towards a positive purpose. I would also like to participate in Student Lobby because I realized (by attending the UC-wide Lobby Conference) that funding for students is at an all-time low and there needs to be more money placed in education instead of a failing jail system. If you are seeking a person that will focus on you in a cohesive manner, you need to vote for Cordero Vigil, a representative for every UCSB student.

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Sam Marks - Student Action Coalition
"Access is a Civil Right!" National Disabled Students Union.
"Taking Action, Attaining Access" Student Action Coalition.

Hi, my name is Sam Marks, and I'm running for On-Campus Representative with the Student Action Coalition. In my two years in the AS Commission on Disability Access (CODA), I've learned a lot about problems with access for the over 500 students with disabilities on our campus- not only physical access to buildings, but access to services and events around campus which greatly enhance the life of any student at UCSB.

In terms of disability access, my top priorities are the following:
accessibility of all AS, and all campus events to students with any type of disability; making sure AS, as the voice of 17,000 students, pressures the University to improve access when it can, and to find other avenues when appropriate; making sure University funds, as well as AS funds, used to improve access are spent wisely, not wasting money on a handful elaborate projects when many basic measures are needed; and creating a culture of disability acceptance and pride at UCSB rather than what I feel can be an atmosphere of secrecy and exclusion.

I believe, and SAC believes, that accessibility does not just apply to people with disabilities- it's a much bigger concept than that. Access to safe streets for women, access to financial aid for low-income students, access to a safe environment, including restrooms, for GLBTQ students, access to the University itself for students of color, access to a safe, accepting environment for all students, no matter what our differences, and access to the government which represents you- I believe these are rights, not privileges, and as your representative, I will work tirelessly toward these rights.

I hope to have your vote. For more information, check out SAC's website at www.votesac.com, or drop me an email at sam_marks@umail.ucsb.edu. VOTE SAC-Taking Action, Attaining Access!



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