I don't need to remind you to do it.
I do just want to take a minute to complain that I woke up this morning, delirious with illness, but super excited to vote nonetheless. Instead I had to wait until about 4pm when I finally recieved the glorious email that allowed me to do the one thing I wanted to do today other than sleep.
Additionally, I'd just like to apologize to anyone following this blog but school/my current sickness have really been a detriment to my ability to keep this blog as well as I'd like to. That being said I wish all the candidates the best of luck over the next couple days. I anticipate the results.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Candidate profiles
What can we learn from them? There were a lot to read and I don't blame you if you didn't so I'll try and do a little summary for you.
2.Name one thing the University of Ottawa administration is doing right.
The Shuttle buses were the most oft quoted example here. The university's sustainable development team was also mentioned a fair number of times.
3.What is the largest problem on campus?
Student space was a big one here, many candidates mentioned that the bus strike brought this to the attention of many people. Additionally campus unity (in various forms) was mentioned as a large issue. Student power, tuition fees, and class sizes were all mentioned here as well.
According to the candidates these are the most important issues. Are they the issues that will decide your vote? Are student politicians in touch with all students?
2.Name one thing the University of Ottawa administration is doing right.
The Shuttle buses were the most oft quoted example here. The university's sustainable development team was also mentioned a fair number of times.
3.What is the largest problem on campus?
Student space was a big one here, many candidates mentioned that the bus strike brought this to the attention of many people. Additionally campus unity (in various forms) was mentioned as a large issue. Student power, tuition fees, and class sizes were all mentioned here as well.
According to the candidates these are the most important issues. Are they the issues that will decide your vote? Are student politicians in touch with all students?
The Federators?
In the interest of digging deep down into issues that affect students I've had to wonder: "What could next year's 101 week supergroup look like?"
Well see what the SFUO exec candidates had to say for themselves.
Here's what I wanted to know:
1. What position will you be taking in the band?
2. What song would you most like to perform?
3. What is your best stage move?
4. The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?
VP Finance
Roxanne Dubois
1. I can dance! But signing is more likely!
2. Milord by Edith Piaf, why not!
3. Air guitar, or something of the likes!
4. Beatles!
VP Student Affairs
Michèle Lamarche
1.I have learned to play a lot of different instruments (flute, guitar, drums, xylophone, etc), but I have a disability that affects my hands which would probably affect the quality of the band. I guess I will have to sing…?
2. My favourite song is 'Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now' by Starship, but I have a feeling no one will get it seeing as how I am one of the few possible exec members who can actually remember the 80s, ha. I am thinking of singing 'I am Just a Girl' by No Doubt and maybe changing up the words to connect it to the SFUO, UOttawa and 101 Week. We shall see.
3.Hmmm… well if you ask my Arts Exec, they will tell you that I like to dance with swords… ;)
4.The Beatles.
VP University Affairs
Jeremy Stuart
1. Bass. No one wants to be bass, but I'm nerdy enough to qualify (I also love playing it)
2. "Hey, Hey, What can I do?" by Led Zeppelin
3. My best move is walking off the stage. The crowd really responds to that one!
4. The Beatles were crushed by the Rolling Stones!
Ted Horton
1. Lead Saxophonist / Backup Vocals
2. Your English is Good - Tokyo Police Club
3. Air Harpsichord
4. The Beatles
President
Seamus Wolfe
1. I will spend a little time a possible on stage - I am not the world's best singer
2. Haven't even thought of it, this year I did Fortunate Son by the Credence Clearwater Revival and it went well. I think I'll go down a similar road next year.
3. Not sounding terrible.
4. The Beatles for sure!
Renaud Philippe Garner
1. Pianist
2. Anything by Chopin
3. Setting the Piano on fire.
4. Pink Floyd.
To summarize: It looks like almost regardless, the Federators will have many singers next year. Does that mean we'll have Crosby Stills Nash and Young style harmonies? One can only hope. Additionally, almost everyone picked the Beatles except Renaud who picked Pink Floyd, and Jeremy who picked the Stones. I'll give Jeremy points for being different. Also, just on a personal note, I think the VP University Affairs candidates have the best taste in music.
All other candidates were emailed but their reponses were not recieved. Poor showing from the VP social candidates in my opinion.
Well see what the SFUO exec candidates had to say for themselves.
Here's what I wanted to know:
1. What position will you be taking in the band?
2. What song would you most like to perform?
3. What is your best stage move?
4. The Beatles or The Rolling Stones?
VP Finance
Maureen Hasinoff
1. I'd totally be the front singer!
1. I'd totally be the front singer!
2. I would probably perform either We will rock you or dancing queen
3. Doing the jive
4. The BeatlesRoxanne Dubois
1. I can dance! But signing is more likely!
2. Milord by Edith Piaf, why not!
3. Air guitar, or something of the likes!
4. Beatles!
VP Student Affairs
Michèle Lamarche
1.I have learned to play a lot of different instruments (flute, guitar, drums, xylophone, etc), but I have a disability that affects my hands which would probably affect the quality of the band. I guess I will have to sing…?
2. My favourite song is 'Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now' by Starship, but I have a feeling no one will get it seeing as how I am one of the few possible exec members who can actually remember the 80s, ha. I am thinking of singing 'I am Just a Girl' by No Doubt and maybe changing up the words to connect it to the SFUO, UOttawa and 101 Week. We shall see.
3.Hmmm… well if you ask my Arts Exec, they will tell you that I like to dance with swords… ;)
4.The Beatles.
VP University Affairs
Jeremy Stuart
1. Bass. No one wants to be bass, but I'm nerdy enough to qualify (I also love playing it)
2. "Hey, Hey, What can I do?" by Led Zeppelin
3. My best move is walking off the stage. The crowd really responds to that one!
4. The Beatles were crushed by the Rolling Stones!
Ted Horton
1. Lead Saxophonist / Backup Vocals
2. Your English is Good - Tokyo Police Club
3. Air Harpsichord
4. The Beatles
President
Seamus Wolfe
1. I will spend a little time a possible on stage - I am not the world's best singer
2. Haven't even thought of it, this year I did Fortunate Son by the Credence Clearwater Revival and it went well. I think I'll go down a similar road next year.
3. Not sounding terrible.
4. The Beatles for sure!
Renaud Philippe Garner
1. Pianist
2. Anything by Chopin
3. Setting the Piano on fire.
4. Pink Floyd.
To summarize: It looks like almost regardless, the Federators will have many singers next year. Does that mean we'll have Crosby Stills Nash and Young style harmonies? One can only hope. Additionally, almost everyone picked the Beatles except Renaud who picked Pink Floyd, and Jeremy who picked the Stones. I'll give Jeremy points for being different. Also, just on a personal note, I think the VP University Affairs candidates have the best taste in music.
All other candidates were emailed but their reponses were not recieved. Poor showing from the VP social candidates in my opinion.
Jeremy Stuart Update
Jeremy has updated his site with a series of videos (in English only). The website looks good, the videos are low quality but a nice way to communicate. Check it out here.
Iain Brannigan (BOA SocSci)
1.What is your name, what position are you running for, and could you please sum up your platform in one sentence?
My name is Iain Brannigan and I am running for BOA (Social Sciences). My platform in one sentence is - supporting student empowerment while educating and encouraging more respect to our environment.
2.Name one thing the University of Ottawa administration is doing right.
One thing the admin is doing right is the shuttle service they supplied during the bus strike.
3.What is the largest problem on campus?
One of the largest problems on campus is the lack of respect for the environment (or student apathy in general).
4.What can you bring to the SFUO/BOA/BOG that no other candidate can (aka why should someone vote for you)?
I will stick to my ideals and cut the massive surplus of rhetoric that plagues politics. I will also bring pita and hummus.
5.And to steal a question from my co-op workbook: if you came back from a meeting and there was an elephant in your office, what would you do?
If I came back from a meeting and there was an elephant in my office - I would congratulate my dealer for having some good shiz.
My name is Iain Brannigan and I am running for BOA (Social Sciences). My platform in one sentence is - supporting student empowerment while educating and encouraging more respect to our environment.
2.Name one thing the University of Ottawa administration is doing right.
One thing the admin is doing right is the shuttle service they supplied during the bus strike.
3.What is the largest problem on campus?
One of the largest problems on campus is the lack of respect for the environment (or student apathy in general).
4.What can you bring to the SFUO/BOA/BOG that no other candidate can (aka why should someone vote for you)?
I will stick to my ideals and cut the massive surplus of rhetoric that plagues politics. I will also bring pita and hummus.
5.And to steal a question from my co-op workbook: if you came back from a meeting and there was an elephant in your office, what would you do?
If I came back from a meeting and there was an elephant in my office - I would congratulate my dealer for having some good shiz.
Tyler Steeves, Amy Kishek. What are they up to?
Well I saw Tyler Steeves at Subway today, working the excruciatingly long lineup. I didn't have a chance to speak with him since I was just on my way out when he arrived but he certainly has a charismatic personality.
However, I keep seeing his posters in groups of 3 which I think is a little much. How frequently are 3 people trying to look at the same poster at the same time in the same exact space?
Amy Kishek was in the University Centre today, she had a table set up and stuff. I was trying to get to class but she looked pretty happy so I'll assume things were going well? Maybe Amy can clarify? Her facebook status says she has fruits and cookies.
However, I keep seeing his posters in groups of 3 which I think is a little much. How frequently are 3 people trying to look at the same poster at the same time in the same exact space?
Amy Kishek was in the University Centre today, she had a table set up and stuff. I was trying to get to class but she looked pretty happy so I'll assume things were going well? Maybe Amy can clarify? Her facebook status says she has fruits and cookies.
The last day before voting
And this blogger has fallen unpleasantly ill. It's quite unfortunate, but I'll mention what was seen during my time out in the world today while my neocitran cools off.
TBT 333- 1pm
Lots of presentations so they were saddled with a 1 minute deadline by the professor who had his timer ready to go. Who spoke?
Mike Fancie- Pointed out that part time students can't vote for Senate or BOG. Said he'd like to change that. Also wants Student Appeal time shortened. The points are fair, although judging by his survey of the room they aren't particularly relevant to most of the students there. He should aim towards issues that affect all students in ways they can appreciate.
Roxanne Dubois- Roxanne's approach to the 1 minute limit wasn't pick your battles, it was speak faster. Which can make things a little difficult. She is the only one I remember writing on the chalkboard though, and she was polite, staying until the end of all presentations and thanking the professor. Mentioned consultative budgets again etc.
Michèle Lamarche- Essentially asked people to vote yes for her, and explained the e-voting a little bit.
Maureen Hasinoff- I only saw Maureen speak in the debates before where she seemed uncomfortable. Today it definitely seemed as though Maureen had more support. She pushed for the kitchen in 1848 again and using Chartwell's as a target seems to work to her advantage. Additionally she spoke of the budget being posted online. She stuck to a few key points which I thought worked well.
Peter Flynn- Peter took the minimalist approach to a new level today. He basically said "Peter Flynn, tomorrow, wednesday, thursday online, BOA, responsibility, integrity, and transparency." And he was done. People seemed to support that. Or the fact that it was so short. Who knows.
TBT 333- 1pm
Lots of presentations so they were saddled with a 1 minute deadline by the professor who had his timer ready to go. Who spoke?
Mike Fancie- Pointed out that part time students can't vote for Senate or BOG. Said he'd like to change that. Also wants Student Appeal time shortened. The points are fair, although judging by his survey of the room they aren't particularly relevant to most of the students there. He should aim towards issues that affect all students in ways they can appreciate.
Roxanne Dubois- Roxanne's approach to the 1 minute limit wasn't pick your battles, it was speak faster. Which can make things a little difficult. She is the only one I remember writing on the chalkboard though, and she was polite, staying until the end of all presentations and thanking the professor. Mentioned consultative budgets again etc.
Michèle Lamarche- Essentially asked people to vote yes for her, and explained the e-voting a little bit.
Maureen Hasinoff- I only saw Maureen speak in the debates before where she seemed uncomfortable. Today it definitely seemed as though Maureen had more support. She pushed for the kitchen in 1848 again and using Chartwell's as a target seems to work to her advantage. Additionally she spoke of the budget being posted online. She stuck to a few key points which I thought worked well.
Peter Flynn- Peter took the minimalist approach to a new level today. He basically said "Peter Flynn, tomorrow, wednesday, thursday online, BOA, responsibility, integrity, and transparency." And he was done. People seemed to support that. Or the fact that it was so short. Who knows.
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