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Chris Schaefbauer, Ellie Roberts and Marco Dorado
Unite
Christopher Lee Schaefbauer My name is Chris Schaefbauer and I am a graduate student in Computer Science. I've been at CU-Boulder for 6 years as both an undergraduate and as a graduate student. I have served as Co-Chair of the CUSG Student Health Advisory Board for the past 2 years and the Director of Health and Safety for CUSG for the past year. These roles have ignited my passion to be a voice for students and fight for positive change on campus. CUSG is so important because we have long-ranging, lasting impacts on campus. We can make college more affordable and campus more inclusive. We can make campus safer for our students. For me, it’s concerning to talk with students that cannot go to the rec center or library at night because they are scared to walk across campus. We need to enhance the lighting in our community and invest in services for students to get around at night. I envision building a community where CU students watch out for each other and are empowered to act to keep each other safe. When I listen to students talking about feeling alone and isolated on our campus, I am driven to action. We need to empower student groups and cost centers to unite with students to provide community and support. We should make sure that students are getting services that are essential for their academic success and development, regardless of gender, race, age, and identity. For all these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs! My name is Ellie Roberts and I am a sophomore in the School of Arts and Sciences studying communication, while also being a teacher’s candidate for the School of Education. I am a candidate for the Tri-Executive position on the UNITE ticket for student government. I am a Colorado native, and I never plan on leaving this beautiful state. I graduated from Chatfield Senior High School in 2011. I love CU. I have loved it since I was a little girl. I completely fell in love with this school on my very first day of freshman year. I knew I wanted to be a student leader and to be a voice for the student body. I am currently the Chair of Student Group Funding Board and I have seen firsthand how valuable student groups are to our campus. They are the life of our University and the place where students find community. Student groups do not deserve to have their funding and resources cut. Instead, they should be given opportunities to continue to enrich our campus community. I want to unite with student groups to give them the funding and growth opportunities they need. I want to unite the CU student body and end the toxic rhetoric that separates the communities on this campus. I want to unite the voice of the students and empower our voices to make a difference. For all of these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs! My name is Marco Dorado and I’m a junior in the Leeds School of Business studying finance. I’m a candidate for the tri-executive position of student government with UNITE. Originally, I’m from Thornton, Colorado and graduated from Thornton High School in 2010. I spent my freshman year of college in New Mexico, but later transferred to CU Boulder in the spring of 2012. After transferring, I realized just how important it is that all communities on our campus unite together based on their similarities and love for being Buffs, rather than allow themselves to be divided by their differences. As a student that comes from a low-income family, I also understand the importance of maintaining access to a CU Boulder degree open to all students, regardless of their background. I strongly believe that student leaders on this campus have such a powerful voice that, together, we can work with our campus administration to ensure attending CU Boulder does not become a financial burden many students cannot overcome. I have a little sister who is 11 that has high hopes of being a buff herself someday; it’s the responsibility of student leaders today to ensure that every current and future student have access to CU Boulder and, furthermore, access to a campus that is all inclusive and is full of proud, united Buffs. For these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs!
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Logan Schlutz, Alexis Scobie and Colby Schwartz
Inspire
Logan Albert Schlutz Alexis, Logan, and Colby Bio: Alexis grew up in Denver, CO with her loving family. She couldn’t be more proud to call herself a Buff! Alexis has served two years on Leeds Council, as a CUSG Representative, and on the staff of the Presidents Leadership Class. Alexis is an avid runner and loves being outdoors. She is passionate about increasing transparency and lowering student- fees. Logan grew up in Longmont, CO with his roots fully entrenched in his family and his values. He has served on ASSG, Finance Board, as President of Chi Psi Fraternity, and as Vice President of Internal Affairs. His experiences enable him to ensure a common sense and fiscally responsible approach to managing student fees while maintaining the value that cost centers offer. Colby is a Colorado native and was born and raised a Buff as his family has deep ties within CU. He is active within the business school as a leader and mentor and has held three separate business internships. His extensive background has afforded a unique perspective which will allow him to represent the entire student body, regardless of background. INSPIRE candidates are the clear choice, with a clear vision to continue to bring positive change to maximize the value of your degree through common sense, responsibility, and academic excellence. We are inspired to utilize our skills and experiences to serve as your CUSG Tri-Executives!
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Ashley Teresa Prince
Inspire
Ashley Teresa Prince I’m Ashley Prince. I’m a sophomore studying Psychology and Sociology. The University of Colorado has always been my dream school and being involved in student government is a great way to improve the school of my dreams. I ran in the fall with INSPIRE and am currently the secretary for Arts and Sciences Student Government. Volunteering is a huge passion of mine along with singing and playing guitar. I am a proud member of Kappa Alpha Theta. My biggest goal is to bridge the gap between the students and CUSG. It wasn’t until running for student government that I finally understood what CUSG is. I want to INSPIRE students to raise their voices and be heard so that the University of Colorado can become an even more amazing campus. |
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David Bretl
Inspire
David Bretl Fellow Buffs! My name is David Bretl and I am running to be your Representative-at-Large on CUSG. I am currently a first-year graduate student pursuing a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering. I grew up in Seattle, Washington, and attended the University of Washington as an undergraduate. My experience at UW was fantastic, but I am proud to be a Buff and help foster a world-class education. I love to stay physically active and involved in the community. As an avid soccer player, I referee both indoor and outdoor soccer of all ages, and I coach weekly youth soccer camps. I also serve as a graduate advisor for one of our fraternities. What inspires me about this ticket is our commitment to creating an unparalleled college experience. Coming from another campus, I can tell you that our university offers a vibrant energy with the potential to grow our tight-knit community in all facets of college life. To do so, however, we need the right leaders. I know that I am the right choice for Representative-at-Large because I offer the right combination of experience and perspective. At UW, I served as Interfraternity Council President, where I worked closely with student government. As a graduate student originally from a different university, I can tap into the concerns of the graduate community, while also offering innovative ideas for our board. The INSPIRE ticket has been built to create an affordable, safe, and united college experience for YOU. Vote INSPIRE! |
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Eric Devaney Mercadante
Unite
Eric Devaney Mercadante
My name is Eric Mercadante and I am a junior studying Environmental Sciences and Sociology. My current interests are related to environmental policy and sustainable development. The position I am running for with CUSG is as a Representative at Large. I am from Upstate New York and have always dreamed of coming to CU Boulder. Things I like to do in my spare time include snowboarding, hanging out with friends, meeting new people, and traveling. The role I intend to take as a part of CUSG is fixed around bolstering CU Boulder as a community and an academic rich environment. The University of Colorado is a top public university, and should remain the top of its class, for current and future students. I believe that all students at the University should be given a voice through CUSG. This can be accomplished by listening to students and advocating for what they want. I also believe in keeping the cost of attendance affordable for incoming students. This will help promote diversity and will facilitate equal access to higher education, allowing for more creative and innovative ideas at our school. By reinforcing CU’s academic legacy, promoting a socially-just school, being more directly involved with the Boulder community, and engaging students with more choices for clubs and extracurriculars, we will make the University a more inclusive and cohesive whole. As a result, we will come together as fellow students and that’s why I want to UNITE The Buffs! |
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Joe Putnik
Inspire
Joseph Robert Putnik My name is Joe Putnik and I am a running as a member of the INSPIRE Ticket for the position of CUSG Representative-at-Large. I am originally from Golden, Colorado and am a Junior in the Business School studying Finance. My extracurricular involvement ranges membership in several Entrepreneurial clubs at Leeds to hosting a weekly show at Radio 1190 to my time spent at St. Thomas Aquinas to the means in which I attend the university: the Evans Scholarship. This diverse exposure to the student body, coupled with over 7 years of work experience, has supplemented an acute understanding in better addressing student needs and facilitating growth within the colleges. Like most students, my time at CU has provided its trials as well as its blessings. A view I have adopted that catalyzed my time here, is that it's not necessarily about where we've been in life, but more about where we are going. The linchpin of the INSPIRE Ticket is to both recognize and value the wellbeing of each student on campus and to provide the tools and environment necessary to succeed. As Representative-at-Large, I intend to leverage my modest background with a desire to integrate altruism and efficiency in every project I undertake in order to revitalize the welfare of the university and the student body. |
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Rosana Rodriguez Pastor
Unite
Rosana Rodriguez-Pastor I'm Rosana Rodriguez and I'm running for the position of representative at large. I am a third year international affairs major with a concentration in Europe, Spanish, and French. As a member of the Student Group Funding Board (SGFB), I have had the privilage of meeting with representatives from countless student groups on campus. This opportunity has given me unique insight into the diverse range of interests at CU and is the reason I decided to run this semester. Student groups add inestimable value to all of our degrees and I will do anything in my power to support them. I am an advocate of student groups, but I am also an ardent environmentalist. Sustainability is a principle that I live by. Throughout my college career I have been involved with several environmental programs such as Anything BUT Drive at CU, and as a sustainable transportation intern with CoPIRG. We have the solutions to environmental problems; it is only a matter of implementing them. I strive for a campus that is environmentally responsible and I hope to maintain CU's reputation as a leader in sustainability. I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Brianna Lynn Majewski
Inspire
Brianna Lynn Majewski Hey Buffs! My name is Brianna Majewski and I am running for Representative at Large on the Inspire ticket. I am a sophomore here at CU and I am double majoring in Advertising and Communication. I am from Littleton, Colorado and I attended Mullen High School before going to CU. I have had 2 years of experience on CUSG this far, as I was on Freshman Council last year, and this year I served as the Director of Homecoming, and now I am the Special Events Coordinator on Executive Staff. Aside from this, I am the Director of Greek Relations on Panhellenic Executive Council, and I intern in the CU football office. As these facts might allude, I love CU and I have so much passion for this University. I come from a family of Buffs as both my brother and sister attended CU before me, and I am more than familiar with every aspect of this superior CU Boulder community. One of my largest passions is community and unity as one student body. Ever since I can remember I have valued the importance of community. I grew up in the Columbine community and I guess you could say that this is the reason why I appreciate unity and coming together for one purpose: the betterment of each person in order to enhance the whole. The CU community is such a strong one, and I want to make sure that it stays that way. |
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Juedon Kebede
Unite
Juedon Kebede My name is Juedon Kebede and I am a sophomore majoring in Communication and studying Pre-Law. I am a candidate for a Representative at Large position on CU Student Government. I am originally from Memphis, Tennessee.
When contemplating on where to spend my next four years as a senior in high school, no university gave me the “ahh” feeling like the University of Colorado did. Since I was an out of state student, I came to CU knowing almost no one. It saddened me that many of the friends I did make my first year had to leave CU due to high tuition expenses. Making sure that everyone has access to this University, regardless of your financial situation, is key not only for the academia of oneself but also building that sense of community and learning those irreplaceable social skills you could never learn anywhere else. As a Representative at Large, I want to ensure that there will be no tuition without representation, and work to get a student regent on the CU Board of Regents who will advocate for an end to extreme tuition increases. Understanding that unity brings power is another crucial concept that our CU leaders need to focus on. Strengthening inclusivity amongst the community, not just the CU community, but the Boulder community as well will bring more cohesion, resources and indisputable interpersonal knowledge. In order for our future to stay bright and get the best college experience, I want to UNITE the BUFFS! |
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Walker Samuel Williams
Unite
Walker Samuel Williams My name is Walker Williams. I am a second-year law student. I am a Rothgerber teaching fellow, an LSAT, GMAT, and GRE instructor, president of the ACLU University of Colorado Chapter, and the graduate and professional studies liaison for CUSG. I am running for representative-at-large for the CUSG legislative council. I completed my undergraduate degree at CU as well, and the end of this year will mark my sixth year enrolled at CU, and it will have been ten years since I first joined the Buff community. I believe in CU as a flagship not just for the state, but also for the region. In order to keep innovating and building, we must keep student services strong, we must actively encourage diversity and acceptance, and we must advocate for increased access and lower tuition in every way possible. I do not believe in a student government that is limited to cost-center management and internal affairs. I believe we are the strongest forum students have to debate the issues that matter to them, and we are the only organization that represents every single student at the University. The best outcome for all students will be my only guide. We need the help of each of you to keep pushing CU forward, and constantly innovate our academic practices and the student experience. If you all don’t lead the charge, no one will, and I’d love to facilitate that process. For all these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs. |
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Mitchell C Fenton
Independent
Mitchell C Fenton My name is Mitchell Fenton, and I am a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Psychology and Political Science. Originally from Connecticut, I came to Colorado in 2010 to experience a completely new side of the country. My hobbies include lacrosse, trap shooting, and hiking. In the upcoming election, I am running for a Representative at Large position as an Independent. It is my hope that this position will allow me to influence both financial and legislative decisions made by Student Government. I firmly believe that college is an investment, and as students we should see return on that investment; both in the future and while we're in school. Much of my focus will be on increasing funding into programs that benefit students, as well as increased transparency when it comes to financial decisions. In addition to being a student I also serve as Vice President of the CU Men's Lacrosse team, and as a member of the CU Club Sports Executive Council. I will work hard to make sure that the Rec Center, as well as the Club Sports department, have adequate representation within Student Government. Vote Independent, and Go Buffs! |
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Alex Mitoma
Independent
Alex Ken Mitoma Hey, y’all!
My name is Alex Mitoma, and I’m running for a Representative-at-Large position in the CU Student Government. I’m a junior pursuing a dual degree in Environmental Engineering and Creative Writing and President of the six-time National Champion CU Swimming & Diving team. As one of the few independent candidates, my agenda is plain: to revitalize funding for the CU Club Sports program.
I’ve been a member of the Club Sports program for three years now. It’s been the most fulfilling part of college for me, and I know the other 1,200+ CU Club Sports athletes feel the same way. However, as President and as a longtime member of the CU Club Sports Executive Board, I’ve watched our allocated funding diminish every year, diverted from the student-athletes who work so hard representing our school. As a freshman, the chance to swim here changed my life. As Representative-at-Large, I want to ensure that future generations of Buffs get to have that same opportunity that I did.
Sure, I definitely stand for more, too. Outside the pool, I’m also an employee of the Environmental Center, serving as Volunteer Coordinator of the Ralphie’s Green Stampede program—the country’s first and largest zero-waste initiative of its kind—at CU Pac-12 events. I’m also head coach of a Denver youth swim team, an avid ultimate frisbee player, and have worked with Boulder elementary schools in sustainability courses.
I believe strongly in the importance of student wellness and sustainability—for me, these go very much hand-in-hand—and as Rep-at-Large I’d really like to emphasize these things.
Thanks so much, and vote INDEPENDENT! |
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Richard William Hansen
Independent
Richard William Hansen Hello my fellow Buffs! My name is Richard William Hansen and I am running independently for the position of Executive Board Member to the School of Arts and Sciences. By running independent of the established party system, I am better able to serve you, the student, without having to acquiesce to political propaganda and selfish agendas. I am a sophomore studying Philosophy, with the intentions of Law School upon graduation in 2015. I am continually striving to push my boundaries by taking courses that challenge me intellectually and I have maintained a G.P.A upwards of 3.5 each semester. To compliment my Philosophy major, I am pursuing a Gender Studies minor and intend to focus my efforts in helping end the epidemic of violence against women. As well as leading in the classroom, I am currently serving as Vice-President of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. The fraternal commitments I have made opened many doors to get involved and as of now, I am also interning for a number of representatives at the State Capitol in Denver where I am conducting research for many bills due to be passed this session. I function at my best when I have a solid team around me that challenges me intellectually and creatively and inspires action for such sensitive topics as women’s rights and gun control. I aspire to lead in a cooperative, forward thinking and highly efficient manner. Freedom, wisdom and competition unites our university! |
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Chelsea Canada & Anthony Veiller
Unite
Anthony Veiller My name is Chelsea Canada. I am a sophomore majoring in Dance and Broadcast News Journalism with an emphasis in World Affairs. I am a candidate for Co-Senator in the School of Arts and Sciences for CU Student Government. I have lived half of my life in Pueblo, CO and the other half in Lake Mary, FL. I identify with both. Many aspects of my life have put in place the core values that have motivated me to run for student government. Growing up in a single-parent household, affordability to go to college has always been one of my top priorities. I believe CU should be accessible to any person who wants to pursue a higher education. In addition for funding for higher education, student groups on the University of Colorado campus are also important to me because I am a student leader in on of them. Funding for student groups is what allows student groups to keep functioning and working for what they believe in. Being a part of the non-partisan organization New Era Colorado for the past two years has taught me that students have more of a voice then they believe they do. I want students to be able to talk to their student representatives and share what is important to them. I want to see a campus that is representative of all of the students, who attend, a campus where we share a common buff identity. I want to UNITE the Buffs! **
My name is Tony Veiller and I am a sophomore pursuing a degree in political science. This semester I am running to be Co- Senator of Arts and Sciences. I am running for this position in order to make a difference on this campus the only way I see fit, from the inside. I want to make our school as safe and accessible as possible My vision for CUSG is to see that the needs of our student body are being met in every facet of their experience in college. I'm not the candidate that is here to follow my own agenda and only work on personal gripes within student government, I am here to get things done for the students. If we are elected to these positions I feel that we are servants to the public, in a sense. Giving back to our collegiate community and provided the best environment for success. In CUSG I want to see efforts made in providing more transparency to students about the opportunities that are available at CU. I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Ryan Kircher & Whitney Pond
Inspire
Ryan Matthew Kircher Hey Buffs! My name is Ryan Kircher and I am running for co-executive of the College of Arts and Sciences on the INSPIRE ticket! I am a returning sophomore from Hillsborough, CA and am studying International Affairs and Political Science. I am a student-athlete on the CU Rugby team, and an enlisted United States Marine. This is my first semester running for CUSG and my excitement matches my dedication to what I want to do: represent you!
As an Arts and Sciences major, I am very interested in how people organize and cooperate (or fail to) and how I can help translate miscommunications into cooperation. I want to find ways I can help objectively represent all Arts and Sciences students to find solutions to problems we all experience, on and off campus! As a marine, I have been exposed to what hard work really is. Most importantly to you, however, I am experienced in organizational leadership, which allows me to allocate my efforts, as well as my fellow candidate’s efforts, with the greatest efficiency to better represent you! INSPIRE’s intention is to translate your desires into school policies. Myself and INSPIRE will work for you; you just have to elect us!
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My name is Whitney Pond and I am running for ASSG co-executive with the Inspire ticket. I am currently a sophomore majoring in communication and minoring in philosophy and political science. I was born and raised in the Bay Area in northern California. I am a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma and take an active leadership role in my chapter. As a member of the Inspire ticket I believe in lowering student fees and creating transparency within student government. Vote Inspire and help create positive change at CU! |
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Colin Parish Wichman
Unite
Colin Parish Wichman Hey, all! My name is Colin Wichman, and I’m a freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences. Currently, I’m studying Communication and Political Science. I’m running for the Arts and Sciences Student Government Representative position. I’m originally from the small town of Yutan, Nebraska and graduated Yutan Jr./Sr. High School in 2012. Upon my first day at CU Boulder, I was told about the importance of finding your niche and getting involved in the CU Boulder community. As an out-of-state student from a very small town, I found this incredibly difficult. Though I did find a niche of my own, I know other students that did not. I know from my personal experience that once a person finds something they’re truly passionate about; it will affect their life in a tremendous way. I want to make sure that current and incoming students have easier access and a better experience finding ways to get involved on and off campus. By creating this transparency, I hope that students are more prone to getting involved and making their college experience the best it can be. Thus far, my experience at CU Boulder has been one of the most memorable experiences of my life. By helping students to get involved and creating an impact on their lives, I hope that they are able to share in the same kind of fulfillment I’ve had. For this and so much more, I want to UNITE the Buffs!
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Regina Molina-Ochoa
Inspire
Regina Molina-Ochoa Hi! My name is Regina Molina and I was born in Mexico and raised in London, England and Portland, Oregon. I am fluent in Spanish, French and English and am majoring in Sociology with a minor in French. I am a freshman and am very involved in my sorority, Alpha Phi, for which I serve as a Datebook Chair. I was also involved in Student Government throughout highschool. I am very excited to be running with INSPIRE, especially because of our overall goal in inspring a world class education for CU students. As an out of state student, I recognize that attending this universtiy is a huge investment and my ticket is focusing on ensuring that we all get the most out of our time here at CU. I desire for us to get valuable opportunities, an excellent education and eventually land incredible jobs all because we went to the Universtiy of Colorado. I am dedicated to representing the student body and helping manage our campus resources os that together, we can inspire the world class education we deserve as CU students. |
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Renzo Alejandro Laynes
Inspire
Renzo Alejandro Laynes
1. My name is Renzo Laynes, and I am a freshman majoring in Integrative Physiology here at CU. I am running for Arts and Sciences Representative on the Inspire ticket. As part of Alpha Gamma Omega fraternity, my hope is to gain further leadership experience by becoming a part of the executive board for our brotherhood during the Fall semester of 2013. The reason running on the Inspire ticket means a lot to me is because I am a one of a kind Buff. Our Inspire team believes that our student body is made of unique individuals, each with something special to contribute towards our community. I hope that with your vote, you will help us INSPIRE unity on our campus so that everyone’s voice can be heard and our ideas shared with one another. With the contribution of our entire student body, there is no limit to what we can accomplish. Together, I am confident we will make the University of Colorado Boulder one of the best universities in the nation. Vote Inspire, and GO BUFFS!
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Troy Marcus Murphy
Unite
Troy Marcus Murphy My name is Troy Murphy and I am a first year student double majoring in political science and psychology. I am a running as a candidate to be a representative-at-large for the School of Arts and Sciences. Originally, I am from Westminster, Colorado, however I grew up and spent most of my life in Ecuador and have been back home in Colorado for the past two years.
CU has always been my first choice when I was looking at universities, and choosing CU was the best choice I have ever made. Growing up in Ecuador and seeing friends struggle to access higher education and have equal rights had a huge impact on the way I saw future leaders, education and the desire I have for a collaboration to solve these problems. CU has set high standards when it comes to equality and leadership, and I want to make sure that our university continues to progress in these areas. As students, we also have the power to work on problems that are important to each and every one of us, and improving the way we live and the way others live around the globe. I want to make sure that our next generation of students and leaders continue to work on what we are most passionate about, uniting these ideas and leaders together to work on something that can influence our community and communities outside of our own. I am a proud buff and, for these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the buffs!
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Katherine Raitz
Unite
Katherine Raitz My name is Katie Raitz I am sophomore studying ethnic and women and gender studies focusing on education policy. I’m a candidate for the position of Arts and Sciences Student Government Representative. I am originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado and I graduated from Palmer High School in 2011. I am running for office at CU because I want to help implement an accessible and more collaborative form of governance. It is my belief that when the government and the electorate are UNITEd and working together, the most equitable decisions are the outcome. Since I started school here, I have met so many students with great ideas for improvement that don’t know where to share them. Before becoming engaged with student government as a candidate, like many other students, I didn’t know how I could share my opinions with the decision makers on campus. I really want to help create a student government system that ensures a greater diversity of input when formulating legislation and decisions that will affect the student body. There is a wealth of insight stemming from the immensely diverse student experiences on campus, but as a student government, we are currently missing out on that knowledge. I want every student – not just those who are politically savvy or who have friends in student government – to be able and encouraged to co-create the decisions that affect them. I want to see CU’s governing body UNITE buffs from differing backgrounds and interests to improve our campus and create a more robust community! I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Paul Edward Brazil
Inspire
Paul Edward Brazil Hello Fellow CU Students, My name is Paul Brazil and I am running for CUSG Representative of the College of Arts and Sciences. I am currently a Freshman majoring in History. I am from Nashville, Tennessee, where I have lived my whole life until now. I am passionate about the education I am receiving here at CU, and I hope to broaden my involvement to include student government here on campus. I would represent the College of Arts and Sciences well because I am not only passionate about studying a broad range of topics, which I believe is an important part of being an informed citizen, but also because I have served on student governments in the past. I realize that there will be much hard work required to accurately and appropriately represent such a large body of students, but I am willing to make the commitments necessary to do just that to the best of my ability. I will strive to increase the affordability of CU, by combating waste whenever possible. The INSPIRE ticket will represent the interests of the students regardless of the circumstances. |
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Anthony Stone
Independent
Anthony Stone I'm Anthony Stone -- a Political Science/Geography Major and a current Sophomore at CU. I am from Pittsburgh, PA and graduated high school in Baltimore, MD. Throughout my life, I have held various leadership positions in work, school and my extracurriculars. I have a vision for a better, stronger university -- a place that is an academic and societal cornerstone of its peers. I have a passion for working to bring my peers a better tomorrow, and I do not like to shirk away from chances to give my time and services to the community that has given so much to me. I have done intern work for Colorado's 7th Congressional district, am a leader of the student group “Election Protection”, have attended multiple types of Future Leadership programs, etc. My key points in the election and candidacy are transparency, pride, and creating an environment where student can thrive with a successful academic, social and personal experience on campus. I am an independent candidate, and information about me and my platform are presented on a facebook page called "CU Constituents". I look forward to the opportunity of serving my peers at CU. |
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Samuel McMeley
Inspire
Samuel Antony Mcmeley I’m Sam McMeley and I am running for ASSG representative. I’m a freshman majoring in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Here in Boulder I am involved with many groups and organizations, including the President’s Leadership Class and the Boulder Outdoor Coalition, a nonprofit that I cofounded. I will make an excellent representative because I am no stranger to working as hard. Whether as a varsity wrestler, an executive director of my nonprofit, or just as a student I have always given my best to be the best, and that will continue in CUSG. INSPIRE and I will work hard to benefit all individuals on campus. The issue I’m most passionate about is inclusion; everyone should feel like they belong here at Boulder, and should feel like the integral parts of our school they are. The INSPIRE ticket is ready for the effort it will take to make CU boulder the best it can be. Thanks for your time, and I would appreciate your vote for the INSPIRE ticket.
Platform:
· Affordability: Use common sense solutions and cooperation with student groups and cost centers to lower current student fees
· Representation: Accurately portray the student voice and conduct CUSG in as transparent of a way as possible
· Unity: Help all students find their place in Boulder
· Health and Safety: Provide students with the education, training, and resources to help them thrive
· Student Groups: Streamline the funding process and make it more fair
· Sustainability and Efficient Practices: Advance campus green initiatives |
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Rachel Michelle Leonard
Unite
Rachel Michelle Leonard Hi! My name is Rachel Leonard and I’m a candidate for the position of Arts and Sciences Representative. I am currently a freshman in the School of Arts and Sciences, studying Biology and Integrative Physiology. On campus, I serve as part of the leadership board for one of the Jewish student organizations on campus, Hillel. I am also a proud member of Gamma Phi Beta. Being part of both of these unique communities has helped me to see just how incredible and diverse the people at CU Boulder are, as well as how underrepresented many student groups are on campus. This underrepresentation has sparked my drive to run for student government. As a leader for this incredible university, I will strive for engagement between the student government and student groups. Our campus is made up of people of every creed, race, religion, sexuality, and gender identity; it’s our role to ensure that our student government represents this diversity. This is also why I am so excited to be part of the UNITE ticket. I believe that our campus should strive for engagement, equality, diversity, community, and affordability. For these reasons, I want to UNITE the Buffs!
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Bethlehem Feleke
Unite
Cindy Cabrales
My name is Bethlehem Feleke and I am from Aurora, Colorado. I’m a sophomore in the School of Arts & Sciences majoring in International Affairs and Political Science, and I want to be one of your 2013-2014 Arts & Sciences Student Government representatives.
I feel extremely lucky to inhabit such a beautiful, eclectic campus. Undeniably, we are all linked by our love for this campus, our gratitude to be able to attend this university, and our fierce buff spirit. As a student involved in many communities, all with similar underlying values, I know how difficult it can be to bring those communities together in the context of such a large university. For that reason, I want to work to create a platform that unites all students and Boulder community members.
A growing pressing concern for myself, and I’m sure for my peers as well, is the increasing cost of tuition. One of the most valuable things about a CU education is that it remains accessible to all students. Through solidarity, leadership, and unity I know CU students have the power to influence administration in determining financial costs to make it affordable for everyone.
When I leave CU I want to be able to leave a legacy that strengthens the bonds of students, ensures an accessible CU education, and has a life-long lasting affect on who we grow into. Because I believe all these things are achievable with a strong student body, I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Kelsey Degideo
Inspire
Diane K Shimamoto I am running as an Arts & Science representative on the Inspire ticket mainly because I love attending CU Boulder and I could not have asked for a better University to involve myself with. Since I was in 6th grade, student government and associated student body groups have always been a huge part of my life. I feel the most satisfied and fulfilled when I am serving my student body and making sure that their experience is nothing short of amazing. On campus, I am involved with the Chancellor’s Leadership RAP, Kappa Kappa Gamma as Philanthropy Chair, Club Soccer, and the Annex. I am so excited to have the opportunity to run for representative because I truly have every intention of ensuring that every student in the Art & Sciences college will be fully represented and heard. Running on the Inspire ticket gives me the opportunity to guarantee transparency, lower student fees, and ensure representation to every Buff. |
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Daniel Hansen
Inspire
Daniel Cahill Hansen My name is Daniel Hansen and I grew up in Sacramento, California. In 2009, I moved to Boulder and immediately fell in love with CU and knew this is where I belong. I am now a senior in Civil Engineering in the BS/MS program so I can continue on to earn my masters degree while I am here at CU. I have been involved with many organizations on campus; from the Engineering Leadership Program, to serving as a Vice President on the Interfraternity Council, I believe in making the most out of every minute of college and supporting others to do the same.
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Lauren Anastasia Gresh
Inspire
Lauren Anastasia Gresh Hi there. My name is Lauren Gresh, I am currently a sophomore in Architectural Engineering, and I am running for the Engineering Council Vice President with my Co-Vice President being Elliott Toth. I am currently a representative on the Engineering Council and have been actively involved in giving student groups funding, and helping put together our annual E-Days. Working with my fellow representatives has not only helped me within school, but they are great to network with, and have become some of my best friends. I am born and raised a Colorado girl and love CU; That is why I always strive to make CU the best it can be for its students. Thank you!
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John Elliott Toth
Inspire
John Elliott Toth
Hello I am Elliott Toth and I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas. I am a sophomore in Aerospace engineering. When I came to CU I really wanted to get involved in the student government and have been loving it ever since. Right now I am a representative on the Engineering Council and have enjoyed working with student groups and societies to make this one of the best schools on campus. Now I am running for Vice President of Engineering Council. I understand how much effort and leadership is required to fulfill such a position. I have been working on revamping the Engineering Days that the College of Engineering hosts every year. This has given me the insight on planning, communication within the Engineering School, and executing goals for the school. Not only has this given me experience but it has also gotten me excited for the upcoming year. Next insuring that the student fees are spent wisely and equally for all the students is very important to me. My drive, experience, and dedication coming together to make this school better make me the best candidate. Finally, making sure this school is ran to its full potential is what makes me so passionate about serving the school.
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Arden Chania Rose
Unite
Arden Chania Rose Name: Arden Rose Area of Study: Environmental Engineering Classification: Freshman Position I am running for: Co-Senator for the Engineering College Why I want to run: I have always been interested in student government because I like the idea that I am that person who can be the voice for a student body. I think it is empowering to listen to people and their concerns and work towards making these concerns heard and possibly changed. Being the connection between students and admin is something I want to do because I’m not afraid to voice the demands of the majority because I believe that they are what make this school and therefor are who should be driving change. And not only is being this connection important but being able to be the person to unite students together is amazing. I want Unite to be a group who really speaks for the people and who can bring students together under one same cause. I am running because I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Benjamin Gary Zatz
Inspire
Benjamin Gary Zatz My name is Benjamin Zatz, a Junior from San Jose, California; I am running to represent the College of Engineering as a Co-Senator of the engineering school. As a student in the BS/MS program with Aerospace Engineering, I am a devoted person who feels that they can give more to our college than just my degree. My passion for this position lies in my goal to help make the voices of my fellow engineering students heard beyond the doors of the Engineering Center. I’m running with the INSPIRE ticket, because I believe in a government that holds itself accountable by being transparent to those whom it represents. I believe more can be done for the Engineering College to make our degrees more competitive in the eyes of future employers. To do this, I will have an obligation to use the influence of CUSG, as the most powerful student government in the county, to invest our resources and time in changing the reputation of our university to better reflect the hard work and devotion that students of the Engineering College put into their time at CU. |
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Jonathan Fearer
Inspire
Jonathan Fearer My name is Jon Fearer and I am running for the position of UCEC co-senator. I’m a sophomore chemical engineering major here at CU, but I’m originally from Mesa, Arizona. This past year I’ve been serving on UCEC as a representative. I’ve gained great experience from this opportunity, through both working with different student organizations and making decisions with my Engineering Council colleagues. Outside of CU I’ve been fortunate enough to work at a Phoenix-based renewable energy company, which has taught me the importance of using the knowledge of people around me in order to solve problems. This internship also gave me a great appreciation for sustainability, something that I love seeing in action on campus. I would be a fantastic UCEC co-senator because I have experience in CUSG and I’ve enjoyed helping other student groups reach their full potential. As someone who is (and would be, if elected) in a position to help delegate funding to these groups, I want nothing more than to witness even higher achievements from them. After spending the past year studying their proposals, I can say that many engineering projects from CU’s student groups are absolutely incredible. If I return to Engineering Council next fall, I will make sure that we do all we can to foster the success of these organizations, and hopefully better our already-great school’s reputation.
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Rachel E Sobke
Unite
Rachel E Sobke My name is Rachel Sobke and I am a junior in Mechanical Engineering running for Engineering Co- Senator. I graduated from Glenwood Springs High School in 2010 in the small mountain town of Glenwood Springs, Colorado and entered CU Engineering School in the fall of that year. Some of the best parts of my education have been the many academic enrichment and networking opportunities I have had, including clubs, professional societies, research and internships. I believe that all students should have access to these kinds of experiences. For these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Kent Koglin Cohen
Inspire
Kent Koglin Cohen Hey Everyone! My name is Kent Cohen and I am running for CUSG as a representative on the engineering council. I have lived in Colorado for nearly my entire life and absolutely love it here. I am a junior majoring in civil engineering. Last year I also served as a representative on the engineering council and hope to continue that experience. Aside from CUSG I hold a leadership position in the national civil engineering honors society and am a part of AGC. To me, the INSPIRE values are all in the name. I believe CU student government is here to help everyone at CU succeed and inspire greatness is all buffs alike. On that note, perhaps the most meaningful aspect of our beliefs comes from inspiring representation. I truly believe that every student that is a part of this incredible community has a right to know what their student government is doing for them. Before I held my role on the council I barely knew student government existed, much less what it could do. With INSPIRE, every student will feel like they are being represented and hold a voice. Everyone has a right to be heard and above all, the student government must remain a body that is by the students and for the students. INSPIRE will make that happen and I could not be more excited to be a part of it. Go Buffs! |
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Brian Kelly
Inspire
Brian Hugh Kelly Hi my name is Brian Kelly and I am a sophomore Architectural Engineering student running with the Inspire ticket for a Representative-at-Large position on the University of Colorado Engineering Council. If elected for the 2013-2014 term, it would be my second year in this position. I believe that I have gained a lot of experience this past year in my first term and therefore would be of even greater value to the school and student body for this upcoming term. I have spent this past year interacting with numerous student groups and faculty members in order to ensure that their needs are being met so we can provide the best services and opportunities to the student body. In addition to being a part of the student government, I spend my time playing on the Ice Hockey team here at Colorado.
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Jaevyn Faulk
Inspire
Jaevyn Faulk Hello, my name is Jaevyn Faulk, I am a freshman in Aerospace Engineering, and I am running for Engineering Representative on the Inspire ticket. I bring with me the values of community, integrity, and hard work from the small town in northeastern Colorado that I grew up in. Currently, I am part of Engineers Without Borders and I volunteer with the Colorado Space Grant Consortium. I believe that Inspire will have an enormous impact on the representation of students on campus. Inspire strives to ensure that the voice of the students are heard and are accurately represented. Thank you for your time and I would appreciate your vote for Inspire and me. |
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Lindsey Sue Buxman
Inspire
Lindsey Sue Buxman Hello! I’m Lindsey Buxman and I am a freshman here at CU Boulder. I am majoring in Aerospace Engineering and am a part of the President’s Leadership Class, a volunteer at Space Grant and a member of CU’s Engineers Without Borders-Nepal team. I have been so impressed by the passion of the engineering students on campus and I am committed to making sure that I do everything that I can to make our school of engineering be the best it can be. I am running for the position of Representative-at-Large for the University of Colorado Engineering Council and would greatly appreciate your support. As a Representative-at-Large, my goal would be to fully represent the students in the Engineering College. I can achieve this goal by ensuring that the voice of the students is accurately heard and by guaranteeing transparency in everything I do. Not only me, but INSPIRE is committed to increasing the value of your education and your experience as a student at CU Boulder. INSPIRE is working hard to make changes on campus that will increase the value of your education and is striving to educate students about the resources that are available to them so that students can make the most out of their time as a Buff. I am confident that INSPIRE is committed to the student body and to inspiring a better CU.
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Tyler Joseph Tafoya
Inspire
Tyler Joseph Tafoya Hey there Buffs! My name is Tyler Tafoya and I am running for CUSG Engineering Representative as part of the INSPIRE ticket. I am currently a freshman majoring in Computer Science Engineering. Though I consider Colorado ‘home’, I was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts and have had the privilege to live and travel around the world. I am involved in many groups around campus including the President’s Leadership Class and club sports, where I was an assistant captain of the Division Three Ice Hockey team. I would make an excellent addition to the CUSG Engineering team because I have great leadership experience and understand the importance of teamwork. For me, almost is not good enough, and when given a task, I will always complete it to the best of my ability. I am extremely determined and believe highly in commitment. I also love learning new things and my main goal in life is to make a difference which is why I have decided to run with the INSPIRE team. I speak for myself and the INSPIRE team when I say that we will dedicate all our best efforts to improve the overall experience for students here at CU, and are ready and willing to take on any challenge presented to us. Thank you for your time, and I would be eternally grateful to have your vote. |
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Hoang Dinh
Inspire
Hoang Dinh My name is Hoang Dinh and I am a freshman running for engineering representative for the INSPIRE ticket. I am a Daniels Scholar currently obtaining my BS in chemical engineering. Although I was born in Vietnam, I immigrated over to the United States and was raised in Colorado. I believe that I can make an impact, specifically by increasing the value our education and experience as a buff. As great as CU Boulder is right now, I believe that it can be even better. I believe that with my hard work and dedication, changes can be made that ultimately benefit the entire student body. VOTE INSPIRE! |
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Jacob David Sorensen
Inspire
Jacob David Sorensen Hello,
My name is Jake Sorensen and I am currently a Sophomore in the Environmental Engineering department. This will be my second year running for Representative at Large for UCEC. Working with UCEC this past year has not only given me experience but also confidence in what I am asked to accomplish as part of student government for the engineering department. Through out the past year I have worked with both students groups as well as faculty to help make this the best campus it can be. I believe I am the best candidate for this position and will try my best to create the greatest opportunity for all students here at CU.
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Shawn Sweeney
Unite
Shawn Sweeney My name is Shawn Sweeney and I am a freshman studying Architectural Engineering. I am very excited to be running for an Engineering Council Representative-at-Large position. I am originally from Littleton, Colorado and graduated from Dakota Ridge High School in 2012. After coming to CU I realized how many amazing communities there were on campus and how easy it was for students to get involved. Even though I was impressed with the surplus of diverse and interesting student groups there were, I did notice fragmentation within the extracurricular activities on campus. I think that student groups on campus lack the cohesiveness and external support that enables them to achieve their full potential. I think that CUSG has the ability to provide student groups with programs that help them connect with each other and extend support. I am currently involved with CUSG Freshman Council and CU’s National Honor Fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi. As an Engineering Council Representative I would hope to help and support engineering organizations to connect with other student groups across campus and assist engineering students in finding communities both within engineering capacities and across campus. I also wish to help engineering students with future employment opportunities by creating a strong professional network within the school for students to have access to, in hopes of finding internship and career opportunities. Finally, I want to work towards making the engineering school more cost effective and affordable. For all these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs! |
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Ryan John Abraham
Unite
Ryan John Abraham
My name is Ryan Abraham and I am a junior in the College of Engineering studying Environmental Engineering. I am running for the Engineering Representative position of CU’s Student Government. My hometown is Littleton, Colorado and I graduated from Dakota Ridge High School in 2010. One of my biggest concerns as a student is the ability of a student or group of students being allowed to voice their opinion. As a freshman, I noticed that it was difficult to ensure that student government, let alone the administration noticed our issues and opinions. This seemed problematic to me, because it seemed to me that the student government and administration only wanted to solve issues that pertained to their interests, not the student body as a whole. Now that I can be in a position where that can change, I intend to help make a difference in the CUSG, and help each student's voice be heard. Through hard work, my parents immigrated to America in hopes of finding a better life. Their diligence was passed on to me, which helped me become a first generation college student. This is something that I cherish because I am the first person in my family lineage to be granted the opportunity of receiving higher education. This is a privilege that I, as well as other students must not take for granted, and it is our responsibility to make sure that this opportunity is not spoiled. For these reasons and more, I want to UNITE the Buffs!
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Connor Strait
Inspire
Connor Douglas Strait Hello! My name is Connor Strait and I am running for UCEC Rep-At-Large with Inspire. Personally, I’m a freshman majoring in Aerospace Engineering and also pursuing a minor in Philosophy. I was born and raised in Littleton, Colorado and couldn’t be prouder to call it my home. I chose to run with Inspire because of their commitment to bettering every part of CU from the student body all the way to faculty and administrators. It may say Inspire next to our names but we are really running as voices for the student body, and just trying to help you be heard. With my past leadership as an officer of my high-school's Deca team and as an athlete I understand how far hard work can really take you in life. I can’t wait to be a Rep-At-Large for UCEC and would appreciate your vote for myself and the rest of the Inspire team. |
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Bennett Nadeau
Unite
Bennett Nadeau Hello, my name is Bennett Nadeau. I’m originally from Austin, Texas, but came to CU for the weather, mountains, and people. I’m currently a junior studying Mechanical Engineering, set to graduate in December. In my free time, I like to go on hikes, go snowboarding, or just hang out with friends. I have wrestled bears. Using my experience as the president of the Student Alliance of GLBT Engineers, I’m aiming to promote diversity within the college of engineering, and make sure all students are represented. I’d like to ensure transparency and understanding of the workings of CUSG, so students have a better idea of how they are being represented. |
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Mikolaj Salamon
Unite
Mikolaj Salamon My name is MIkolaj Salamon. I’m a junior in Civil Engineering. I’m running for the Representative at large for the Engineering School. I Graduated from Heritage High School in Littleton. Ever since I moved to Colorado 7 years ago I wanted to attend CU. I am proud to be a Buff. I am involved in the CU Biodiesel club. I am big into sustainability and engineering for the 90%. CU is one of the greenest and most active campuses in America, but we can do so much more to improve. I want CU to be "that" school that is making a difference. I want to help student groups that help the world. I want to UNITE the Buffs!
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Leonardo Hermosillo
Unite
Leonardo Hermosillo Hi all, my name is Leonardo Hermosillo and I am junior majoring in Engineering Physics with minors in Applied Math and History. In this spring election, I am running for the position of UCEC representative. I know of student government here on campus. I know of their power and of their potential. Furthermore, I know that it should be comprised of a group of students who want to represent their peers, their ideas, and their passions entirely. I am passionate about student government because I love the idea that the school should use its resources to encourage any community to get on campus and to grow and develop. Student groups are things that allow for student retention and success, because a school without student groups doesn’t allow for much more socialization on campus other than clever anecdotes about homework and how much the weekend is sought after. Being in the College of Engineering, I see many of my peers participate in many student groups inside and outside of their fields of study. I see the importance of such things, and wish to encourage the university to continue to fund such honorable endeavors without compromising for an increase in student tuition. Above all, I want to UNITE the buffs. |