2005 Spring General
Election Supplement

Presidential Candidates


candidate
William "Bill" Shiebler - Student Action Coalition

What's up UCSB! My name's Bill Shiebler and I'm running with the Student Action Coalition to be your next A.S. President. As a second year Sociology and Business Economics double major I have dedicated every ounce of my time to fight and organize around issues affecting students on this campus. I currently serve as the A.S. Finance Board Chair and the State Affairs Organizing Director for our UCSB campus. I am also a member of the Student Commission On Racial Equality, Student Lobby, the Queer Student Union, and the Campus Action Committee Chair for the University of California Student Association.

Through my involvement I have gained the experience and developed the skills necessary to represent UCSB as a strong and diverse campus. I am dedicated to using student government as a tool for students to voice their concerns and priorities.

I think the student fee situation is ridiculous and as President I will continue 1.) Lobbying to freeze the fee increases and cuts to financial aid 2.) Hold administrators and student government officials accountable to working for and on behalf of students 3.) Secure more money for Associated Students through grants, re-structuring for fiscal efficiency, and prioritizing spending for student issues.

So remember, if you want experience and accountability, vote Bill Shiebler 4 President! Vote Student Action Coalition (S.A.C.). Taking Action, Attaining Access. www.voteSAC.com

candidate
Chaz Whatley - Students' Party
Dear UCSB Students,
My name is Chaz Whatley and I seek your vote for A.S. President.

My vision for the future of Associated Students begins internally and extends outward. I believe the future of any organization depends on its ability to change and grow in its representation and stability.

The image of Associated Students right now is not a very good one. Students are still suspicious of our operations, our priorities, and our motives. We need to be more transparent as an organization. We need to show the students that we want to represent them and that we are dedicated to making UCSB a better place. We need to make AS more cost effective. Instead of A.S. as a resource to fund student groups, student government should be a catalyst for effective and lasting change. While we need to be mindful of the affairs of the state, we also need to realize we cannot affect positive change in the world, until we first do so on our campus. I am dedicated to working on campaigns such as accessibility for people with disabilities, the Isla Vista Foot Patrol Campaign, parental notification, tenants rights issues, cheaper textbooks, student fee hikes, and prioritization of education.

I live and breath A.S. and I believe with every fiber of my being that I can do this job and do it well. I will work in the best interest of the students and make sure that every student voice is heard. Vote Students' Party!

candidate
Torrin A. Brooks

I view the president of AS as a link between student government and students in general. We need a president who will work hard for the good of the campus, one who will make the best decisions and lead us into the future. I will not make any crazy promises that I cannot keep, but I will tell you that if elected I will do my best to serve our campus, root out terrorists who may have already infiltrated AS, and serve as a representative for the entire student body.

My main goals as president are to spend our money better and allow more students to be actively involved. I will set up a decent webpage so that all information from and about AS is easily accessible. I will make myself available to the student body through phone, email, and by being around campus when possible.

As an independent candidate, I will be able to work will all students and elected representatives. I will not be tied down to bogus party claims or forced to answer to anyone but the students. There will be no ten-year plan. I will focus on what needs to be done now. I will bridge the differences between all people and the different parties.

I'm just a regular student. I enjoy going out with friends and playing poker like most people. I have never run before, but I am the best candidate. Vote for me, the regular guy, and I will make UCSB a better place!



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