2008 Woodie Awards
Debate for who will be the next Student Body President
Sara Horowitz
Issue date: 2/22/07 Section: News
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David Dolan '08, was first to give his two minute opening statement in which his main focus would be to "strengthen the Muhlenberg community." Dolan's four main areas of improvement were parking, expanding food options, building a new parking garage and making the College more eco-friendly.
Scott Gordon '08, expressed his belief that his experience as Class President would help him generate positive change. His three-part plan includes the unification of the Student Body with Student Council which includes creating more student space in Seegers Union. Part two of the plan involves providing a coffee cart in the library and working to make meal plan options available at locations outside the campus. Part three would focus on improving parking and transportation.
Matt Fash '09, started the Pep Band his first year, serves as the President of his class, started the Campus Watch program and brought the Accountability Resolution to Council. He stated his "involvement with all these organizations shows the leadership ability" he posses to improve Student Council and make sure more voices are heard.
Campbell asked the candidates a series of questions before members of the audience were called upon to ask questions of the three candidates. Brian Galgano '08, asked, "What is one action that current Student Body President, Ryan Campbell, has taken thus far which you have respected, and if elected Student Body President, what do you want to be respected for?" Gordon responded that he appreciated Campbell's ability to walk into a hostile environment and gain the respect of everyone in the room. Gordon hopes to be respected for his ability to unify the campus. He believes that the 2006 Henry Awards, which he organized, helped to do so by bringing out a great deal of the Student Body to celebrate numerous and diverse student organizations.
Dolan said he respected Campbell's approachability. Dolan hoped to be remembered for his ability to let student voices be heard. Dolan hopes that his dependable and responsible nature will make him a reliable source for students to come to with problems. Dolan believes that "Student Council has not gotten enough done" and wants to make sure all students, all student groups and non-Student Council members are heard so that he can make a difference. Dolan also said he respected "Campbell's likeability amongst the students" and hopes that his position as a Resident Advisor and having to deal with peer mediation issues will enable him to be an effective Student Body President.