Fellow Jumbos, I am overcome with excitement on this Election Day! I never would have thought that I would run for TCU President. My first two years at Tufts, I was involved in different student organizations on campus but never took part in the student government. I spent my time outside class volunteering with LCS, dancing with Kiniwe and organizing Emerging Black Leaders events. At the end of sophomore year, I developed an interest in the student government.
I had heard about the TCU Senate but I didn't feel like my needs as a student were being addressed. I figured that I could bring about more change within the TCU Senate than outside it, so I ran for Senate.
I feel similarly about the Presidency. My track record on Senate thus far can serve witness to my dedication and ability to enact change on campus. It would truly be my pleasure to lead this amazing student body! Tufts students are unique and diverse in every aspect. I hope that every student takes it upon his/herself to jump outside his/her comfort zone and attend the production of "Company" or a Melodesiac performance or a lacrosse game or to take an unusual course. Each of these opportunities awaits us. Each day at Tufts I learn something new and my desire to be a student advocate grows.
I have proposed a few feasible goals for next year that I believe will empower and enrich students. Academically, I would like to offer more guidance to students through the improvement of the advising program and career services. To further Tufts' mission of global citizenship and awareness, I would also advocate for the expansion of languages offered.
Socially, I think Tufts students need more social outlets. We work hard Monday through Friday, and I'm of the mindset that we can benefit from down time as well. I intend to work with student organizations and the Dean of Students Office to program more extensive social programming.
Most importantly, I want students to know their rights. You have a right to fair treatment by the Police (TUPD and Medford and Somerville Police). You have a right to equitable housing. You have a right to a safe and tolerant environment. If want to learn more about these ideas (or give some feedback), check out my Web site, http://web.mac.com/Amanda4President.
I encourage you to take part in molding your environment today by logging onto Webcenter and voting (Seniors can vote too!). The future of Tufts is in your hands. So in the spirit of Tufts, be an active citizen and vote for Amanda today!
