2007 Spring General
Election Supplement

On-Campus Representatives


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Christopher Wendle - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

What's up UCSB! My name is Chris Wendle and I'm hoping to serve you as an A.S. On-Campus Representative next year. I am a first-year Computer Science major and involved in various organizations on campus like FT North Hall Council as the treasurer, A.S. BIKES, and the Gaucho Tour Association, giving tours of our awesome campus.


In just one year, I have learned so many valuable things about our university. By being on my hall council I have seen how living in the dorms can affect the rest of your college experience. I have learned the purpose of student government and what needs to be done. But most of all, I have learned the most just by listening to the students of UCSB. I believe having a connection between A.S. and RHA is crucial in order to make the most out of both organizations and better serve the students. I have developed a clear understanding of the On-Campus Representative position and feel that I have what it takes to climb the ladder of leadership.


If elected, my priority as a representative would be to listen to you, the students. I will always find ways to improve our university and community. I would actively work as a member of your A.S. Legislative Council, working on student issues and concerns in order to make UCSB the BEST place to be.

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Radhika Khosharay - Students' Party

To all you UCSB students out there!


Hope you are having a good time and classes are not too stressful! I am Radhika and I am running with Students' Party to be your On-Campus Representative. There are many things I would like to change and getting elected by YOU would allow me to do so. For example:


I want to change the current Meal Plan Policies. Wouldn't it be nice if we could swipe for friends, go in as often as we wanted and left over meals would roll over? Student fees have been skyrocketing and this comes at the cost of many programs we all love and frequently use; this is why I am working on lowering fees. I am involved with UCSB Student Lobby and we went to Sacramento and Washington D.C. to lobby on your behalf for more financial aid and lower tuition but we CAN lower the price even more! By making it more affordable to get an education we will be able to maintain and increase the diversity of our campus. Textbooks are also becoming too expensive! There need to be ways to resell books and get more than a mere fraction of the price back! A better forum for buying and re-selling textbook is something that I would like to create. Last but not least I want to create new and improve already existent Bike Paths, and add more bike racks.


I want to represent YOU so if you have any questions, suggestions or just want to say hi, email me at radhika.kh@gmail.com or Facebook me! VOTE STUDENTS' PARTY!

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Narain Kumar - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello fellow Gauchos! My name is Narain Kumar, and I am a second year Political Science and Global Studies major. I want to be one of your On-Campus Reps for next year! I believe I have the experience, ability, and motivation to represent you in Associated Students.


Last year I served on the San Miguel Hall Council as a floor rep, where I attended weekly Hall Council meetings. This year, I went back to San Miguel to serve as its Rep-at-Large, advising the very same Hall Council and advocating San Miguel's issues at RHA. I will advocate making meal plans more flexible to students needs, and I will work to make sure that students' voices, especially freshmen, are heard in issues that affect where they live.


I have also served on Program Board since October, making sure that students were aware of the programs that they were paying for. I was in favor of the After-Hours programs in the Hub, and if elected, will do my best to make sure that there will continue to be inexpensive weekend concerts and entertainment provided by Program Board for students.


I want to be the voice for all of those who do not feel represented by AS. I will not censor anybody, no matter how much I may disagree with the content of their message. I will encourage the free exchange and expression of ideas between Leg Council members, the media, and the student body. Vote OPP! Vote Narain Kumar for On-Campus Rep!

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Paulina Abustan - Students' Party

Hello UC Santa Barbara!!!


My name is Paulina Abustan and I am running with the wonderful Students' Party to serve as your On-Campus Representative. I love meeting new people and I am open to lots of new ideas! I believe that the students have an extraordinary power and I will make sure that the uniqueness of your beautiful voice is heard. I believe that the students can unite together as a body to create an outstanding change for the better. We will be remembered in history books! I want to make the best of our education by getting everyone involved in such a movement of hope, diversity and love.


I am passionate about the students. I believe that we can all do our part to make things happen. We are all on the same side; we all want to make the best of what we've got.


By becoming involved with Associated Students, I've discovered not only my strengths as a leader, but our school's extraordinary power. UCSB is amazing! We are strong leaders in political activism. Our university collected the most post cards in our campaign to lower tuition fees. Our bright young minds and passionate hearts are influencing our government to get bills passed in Congress! A.S. Student Lobby has allowed me to travel to our state's capitol to experience the thrill of making a difference. I've discovered my strengths as an effective public speaker. There is a leader in you too! You can get involved! Fight for your rights! We can demand for these changes and they will happen. It is up to us: Yay for Students' Party!!!

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Ashish Patel - Students' Party

My name is Ashish Patel and I am running for the position of On-Campus Representative. I'm a first year here at UCSB, and am currently involved with Hall Council at Francisco Torres, as a Floor Representative. I believe that through A.S. I can work with both RHA and Associated Students and help create change in our community. I am strongly opposed to the increase in tuition that is proposed for the coming years. The students at UCSB will pay an additional 7% in tuition, next year and we need to take a stand so that tuition does not continue to increase in the coming years.


As a part of A.S., I plan to be involved with the Finance Board, because the costs are continually rising at our school: books, tuition, and parking costs. Are you tired of having to crash classes? Do you wish you wouldn't have to go on GOLD various times throughout the week in hopes of getting into a section? Do you want to lower the costs of textbooks? I know I do, and I know that through A.S. we can create change and improve these conditions at our school.

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Christopher "Chris" Martin - Students' Party

Hello, my name is Christopher Martin, and I am applying to be one of your On Campus Representatives. I am next year's president of the Black Pioneers' Renaissance Organization (B-PRO), and also helped to found a Men's Fellowship devoted to people who desire to increase their walk with Jesus Christ. In addition, I am a member of the UCSB Gospel Choir, the Wrestling Club, and Black Student Union.


I grew up in the impoverished community of South Central, Los Angeles, where it took nothing short of diligence, determination and an aspiration for excellence in order to succeed. I plan on utilizing that same work ethic to help to make UCSB a better place for all of its students. I can be so much more than a token Black male who is running for a political position. While I plan on making sure that minorities have a voice, I will not stop there. As an On Campus Representative, I will take heed to the genuine problems that affect everyone, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, and ability.


We can make UCSB a brighter place through our actions. Together, we can prove that we are ready for a change, that we are tired of the way things are, and are demanding something different- something better. I can only do so much by merely running for this position- I need your help. If we are to make this campus an efficacious environment for all of the Students, then it has to start now. This is the first step toward that goalÑvote for me and Students' Party!

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Trevor "T-Mo" Lyon - Students' Party

What Up? My name is Trevor Lyon and I love UCSB. That why I am running to be an On Campus Representative on our Legislative council. I'm a 2nd year Sociology major because people are my passion. I got involved with Associated Students last year when I became a caseworker for the Office of the Student Advocate, helping student who are involved in disputes with the University. Over summer I was a Resident Assistant for the Freshman Summer Start Program and got to get my feet with Housing and Residential service. Currently I am working as a Stress Peer over at Counseling Services, that pink building by HSSB, so please feel free to stop by and check out the egg or massage chairs, or better yet come talk to me about what you envision for our campus. I feel that my experience in different facets of the University along with my experience this year living in Isla Vista has given me a better perspective on what issues are particularly of importance to students living on campus. But I encourage any and all students to come to with any ideas they might have or just meet me. My biggest aspiration for UCSB is to connect students to the resources, i.e. other students, staff, and services that will help them succeed. I sincerely want to serve the student body so I urge you to vote for me this Spring for On Campus Representative. My name is Trevor Lyon. You know me... and if you don't you should!

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Alan Romero - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hello UCSB students! Let me start of by introducing myself. My name is Alan Romero and I will be running for your next A.S On-Campus Representative. Being a part of such a renowned institution with beautiful scenery, it is no wonder what makes UCSB the place to be. Having said that, I recognize that there are issues that I cannot, and will not sit on without a legitimate effort for change.


Let me tell it how it is:

These are few aspects of our university that can and should change. If you want to see a difference in our community, then vote for me, Alan Romero. Remember, its all about YOU, the students of UCSB. And as a student, I share your disgust with the problems in our campus. I am willing to hear your issues and act on them.


So, what's it gonna be? You down with me? You down with O.P.P?

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Samantha Stinnett - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hey UCSB! I'm Samantha Stinnett, a second year psych and history major, and I want to be one of your A.S. On-Campus Representatives for 2007-2008 school year.

I have already been very involved with the on-campus community and feel that I am capable of representing your needs. I was a part of FSSP before officially beginning my freshman year and since that time I have been in touch and working with residents to improve their experience while living in the residence halls. As a Representative-at-Large my first year and the current Administrative Vice President of the Residence Halls Association (RHA), I have had the opportunity to work very closely not only with other student leaders here at UCSB, but also directly with residents, staff, and organizations on campus. As a Representative-At-Large I have already had experience representing students and am ready to take on this responsibility in a larger capacity. This interaction and communication with students has allowed me to help their voices and ideas be heard on the student government level. By hearing student voices, I have seen how students' want their government to change and without their voices, government cannot truly represent what students want from their school.

If elected, I believe that I would be a great resource and representative of the students on this campus. If given this opportunity I will play an active roll on Legislative Council. I look forward to being able to better serve the wants and needs of students here at UCSB.

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Ashley Day - Open People's Party (O.P.P.)

Hola Gauchos,


I'm Ashley Day and I am running for On-Campus Rep. As a first year, undeclared major I have had the opportunity to experience many sides of UCSB including intramural sports, theater, and the diverse educational fields provided. Also growing up in Spain has given me an openness to be able to approach UCSB issues with a broader perspective.


This year I have been Vice-President and President of Las Encinas Quad in Manzanita Village. This has given me experience in representing a large number of students and catering to their needs. I also had the opportunity to proxy for the Legislative Council and was able to learn what it really means to be responsible to the students of UCSB. In June, I will also be representing RHA at a national conference, to help better the residence hall environment.


As a resident I feel strongly that communication with and awareness of AS has been greatly ignored. Communication is key to making change and therefore our voices must be heard. Also I believe that it is important that the fees you pay to AS should be used to benefit you.


As On-Campus Rep I will work hard to improve the resident-AS relationship and will operate with respect for you and your needs. Providing an open door for students to be heard will be an effective way of seeing visible change.


Vote for Ashley Day for On-Campus Rep

Chao


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