Editor's note: The following letter was written by a slate running for the Student Government Association 2016-17 executive board. The letters were not edited by the Daily News.
18 is more than a slate, it is a movement. This movement can be seen through the slate’s 4 candidates. From all walks of life, backgrounds, involvements, and abilities, the slate encompasses the true definition of diversity.
Matt King, Presidential candidate, has been in Student Government since his freshman year. This makes him one of the oldest senior senate members. Through his involvement in SGA, Greek life, the Alumni Foundation, Homecoming Steering Committee, Housing and Residence Life, and multiple religious organizations, Matt has seen virtually every aspect of the university. In these positions, Matt has proven his ability to get work done while collaborating with both students and administrators. Matt is the only RA running for an executive position and values the connection between Housing and Student Government. As an implementer, Matt is willing to pick up the phone to get things done. He wakes up every morning looking forward to improving the university and representing the student body.
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Greg, Vice Presidential candidate, has the leadership ability and practical experience to oversee and lead a room of 40 passionate Senators. As Vice President of Step In Speak Up, Greg knows how to plan, implement, and run initiatives. He has proven his leadership abilities as President of his Residence Hall (Knotts/ Edwards) freshman year and President of his pledge class. Greg genuinely cares about the students and knows what to do in the senate room to be effective in meeting those student’s needs.
Treasurer candidate, Race Bates, has a wide knowledge of different aspects of Ball State University. She believes Student Government has provided her with the platform to see issues from different perspectives. She is passionate about raising awareness of issues not normally presented. Race has the ability to excel in her classes all while holding countless extra- curricular responsibilities. Since freshman year, she has worked with countless budgets. As a sophomore, she was initiated into her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha. Within a week of her initiation, she stepped up to serve as committee chair. By her junior year, she was elected sorority President and oversees 31 members.
Finally, Secretarial candidate Lexi Williams, has been involved in Student Government for 2 years and is ready for action. She has exciting plans for SGA that would not only better the organization, but the university as a whole. Lexi is full of energy and positivity and wants to be an advocate for all. As Diversity Multi-cultural committee chair, she sees the importance of diversity on campus and plans to continue spreading this message in the future.
As the polls open on Monday, we encourage you to get out and vote. Being informed and having a say in our school’s operations is one of your most important roles as a student. As a slate, we appreciate your time and support and hope you will join the 18 movement.
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