• Funding Education
• Health and Safety
• Clubs, Diversity, Community
• Freedom of Speech
• Sustainability
• Transparency
Friday, March 6, 2009
Transparency
After the Bush administration, transparency and public records have become very important to the people and our new administration.
As stated in President Obama's Jan. 21, 2009 Freedom of Information Act memo…
“A democracy requires accountability, and accountability requires transparency.”
And..
“In the face of doubt, openness prevails. The Government should not keep information confidential merely because public officials might be embarrassed by disclosure, because errors and failures might be revealed, or because of speculative or abstract fears. Nondisclosure should never be based on an effort to protect the personal interests of Government officials at the expense of those they are supposed to serve.”
The full memo can be seen at
http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/FreedomofInformationAct/
President Obama's memo, if implemented as stated, ends the unlawful period of the Ashcroft memo from our previous administration and hopefully transparency prevails.
I want to make it clear that I fully support transparency and accountability of all levels of government. I not only take this stance, but also want to see it implemented to its fullest degree within our student government. It is one thing to state you are an advocate for something, and another to hold yourself accountable.
I have seen this buzz word, transparency, thrown around recently but there seems to be a lack of detail to what this actually means to our student government. Have those who already hold position in the ASUA been advancing transparency already? If not, why? Is it suddenly important because it's a significant part of their platform during election time? Maybe, maybe not. These are questions we should be asking ourselves.
I would like to share a few things in which I consider relates to transparency.
The ASUA has a strong voice and is well respected among the UA administration. I fully believe in the power of our ASUA to positively influence the lives and educations of our students. I do feel that more information distributed about the ASUA, the better.
We can better understand our student government and may surprisingly feel more connected if we simply knew what helps makes the ASUA tick. That answer essentially comes down to money.
Where does the ASUA get funding?
Well, the majority of the ASUA's funding comes from its relationship with the Bookstore. This means that in much the same way people pay taxes to our state and federal government, we students are essentially paying taxes through our use of the Bookstore.
There are some key points here:
It's in the interest of the ASUA for the Bookstore to be financially successful.
The students' money is essentially funding the ASUA.
This means that most students have a bigger influence to their student government than they may know.
This also means that by essentially funding the ASUA, students are helping to fund our clubs, organizations, and ASUA sponsored events.
Students have the right to know where their money is going, how it is spent, and should have the voice to express objections if they are not satisfied.
It will be my goal to present an accurate, yet simple quarterly report stating ASUA funding activities. It will be apparent how much is coming in, how much is going out, and to where and how much money is being spent. These are public records, and we will make the initiative to make them public. Additionally, I will promote open meetings with full compliance of Arizona law.
There are some key points here:
The students will be better aware of the activities their student government
Students will better recognize ASUA’s importance on our campus
This will offer further promotion of openness for students to voice themselves to the ASUA and feel more comfortable getting involved with their student government.
Here is a start to further transparency and accountability within your ASUA. As president, it will only become easier for all of us who believe in the importance of transparency to implement it within your student government.
As stated in President Obama's Jan. 21, 2009 Freedom of Information Act memo…
“A democracy requires accountability, and accountability requires transparency.”
And..
“In the face of doubt, openness prevails. The Government should not keep information confidential merely because public officials might be embarrassed by disclosure, because errors and failures might be revealed, or because of speculative or abstract fears. Nondisclosure should never be based on an effort to protect the personal interests of Government officials at the expense of those they are supposed to serve.”
The full memo can be seen at
http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/FreedomofInformationAct/
President Obama's memo, if implemented as stated, ends the unlawful period of the Ashcroft memo from our previous administration and hopefully transparency prevails.
I want to make it clear that I fully support transparency and accountability of all levels of government. I not only take this stance, but also want to see it implemented to its fullest degree within our student government. It is one thing to state you are an advocate for something, and another to hold yourself accountable.
I have seen this buzz word, transparency, thrown around recently but there seems to be a lack of detail to what this actually means to our student government. Have those who already hold position in the ASUA been advancing transparency already? If not, why? Is it suddenly important because it's a significant part of their platform during election time? Maybe, maybe not. These are questions we should be asking ourselves.
I would like to share a few things in which I consider relates to transparency.
The ASUA has a strong voice and is well respected among the UA administration. I fully believe in the power of our ASUA to positively influence the lives and educations of our students. I do feel that more information distributed about the ASUA, the better.
We can better understand our student government and may surprisingly feel more connected if we simply knew what helps makes the ASUA tick. That answer essentially comes down to money.
Where does the ASUA get funding?
Well, the majority of the ASUA's funding comes from its relationship with the Bookstore. This means that in much the same way people pay taxes to our state and federal government, we students are essentially paying taxes through our use of the Bookstore.
There are some key points here:
It's in the interest of the ASUA for the Bookstore to be financially successful.
The students' money is essentially funding the ASUA.
This means that most students have a bigger influence to their student government than they may know.
This also means that by essentially funding the ASUA, students are helping to fund our clubs, organizations, and ASUA sponsored events.
Students have the right to know where their money is going, how it is spent, and should have the voice to express objections if they are not satisfied.
It will be my goal to present an accurate, yet simple quarterly report stating ASUA funding activities. It will be apparent how much is coming in, how much is going out, and to where and how much money is being spent. These are public records, and we will make the initiative to make them public. Additionally, I will promote open meetings with full compliance of Arizona law.
There are some key points here:
The students will be better aware of the activities their student government
Students will better recognize ASUA’s importance on our campus
This will offer further promotion of openness for students to voice themselves to the ASUA and feel more comfortable getting involved with their student government.
Here is a start to further transparency and accountability within your ASUA. As president, it will only become easier for all of us who believe in the importance of transparency to implement it within your student government.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
ASUA - Bio
Hello,
My name is Shane Cathers, a junior journalism student with a business management minor, here at the home of the Wildcats. I am a fresh face with fresh perspectives here at the UA, and considering that, I will take some additional steps to let everyone know more about me.
The state of Ariz. claims most of my years and will likely claim many more. I was born in Mich., and spent a number of my childhood years in Huntington Beach, CA, and couple in Tipton, IN. If that is not enough moving, I have lived in five cities across the Ariz.. I have probably lived in over 20 homes, and went to four different high schools, graduating in Lake Havasu in 2004.
I played football and wrestled early in high school. I continue to find myself playing a range of sports including tennis, skateboarding, snowboarding, basketball, volleyball, ping pong, and pool.
I have practically lived on my own since I was 16 years old. I supported myself through high school, and most of college. I am very much an entrepreneur, starting “Shane’s Trash Pick-up Service” in our apartments in Calif. when I was 11 years old. I went around everyday and walked my clients, tenants, trash down to the dumpsters to spare them the walk. I had more money than all my friends, and often treated myself to chili cheese fires at the local Wienerschnitzel.
In high school, I started “Reliable Yard Maintenance” that employed me and my friend. In college, I was a full-time student while painting houses on the side to pay for school and my bills. I often ended up managing multiple people on the job, but one 46 year old father was my main-man for over two years. He became a great friend and I learned a lot about race (him being black and grew up in south Phoenix), women, and maintaining a friendship while still being the boss.
Last summer I traveled through western Europe, on a whim, with someone I knew only a couple of weeks from my yoga class. We traveled through London, France, Barcelona, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. When I returned, she went to Berkeley, and I took my motorcycle and traveled counter-clockwise in 29 states around the U.S. and Canada. I stayed with family, camped in national parks, and stayed with the great people of the CouchSurfing.com community. I went to explore the culture of America, explore spiritually, and test my ability to adapt and travel into unknown territories. I have never felt so free.
On that trip, I realized that the anxiety of Phoenix was not the life for me and although I was already accepted to the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at ASU, I felt the need to move for a more peaceful life.
I had only been here twice before and for a very brief period, but decided Tucson was the best option for a few reasons. Many people I met had great words for this city and the university. I would also maintain in-state tuition and continue a relationship with, what was becoming and still is, the most intimate and most dear friend in my life.
These days, I live pretty simply. I have a diet of mostly eggs, bread, fruit, vegetables, and pizza from Time Market. I jog and exercise around three times a week and continue to become increasingly connected with the people of Tucson and the community within the University of Arizona.
As student body president, my main goal will be to rally for a referendum to the Ariz. constitution, a long term goal, fixing all levels of public education to a secure budget. Ariz. has it’s priorities confused, and we as students, we as a university, and we as a community have the power to make a difference.
Although the recent budget cuts have many disadvantages, we can take this opportunity to simplify the clutter redundancies, unite the students and hear their voices, and bring the recognition and exposure to clubs, which they deserve.
Here are a few matters of importance...
Funding our Futures
We need to give students the opportunity and tools to fund their education. We need free workshops to teach students how to write grants, where to find grants they may be eligible for, and tips to improve their approval chances. Scholarships also need to be more apparent and tips given to students to increase their odds of funding. We will get creative and help simplify the resources for funding.
Arizona Assurance will be supported as well as the Tuition Set-Aside program. We can look into increasing the tuition set-aside program, only if concluded to be practical.
Clubs and our Community
Clubs on campus are an essential instrument in our community as a university, city, and as a united people for the maintenance and advancement of our standard of living, education, and awareness. Clubs need a centralized online resource with sufficient exposure. Their upcoming events need to be easily known to the students, especially the freshman, so they can become involved in the community, build valuable connections, friendships, as well as offer a positive outlet for self expression.
Clubs need the communication to unite for a cause, the tools to raise funds, and exposure to show their value and the universities value to the community of Tucson.
Freedom of Speech
Students need an outlet to exercise their 1st Amendment rights. This can be done on a centralized online source and also on campus by “free speech bulletin boards,” symbolizing the right for students to exercise their voice.
Additionally, the Lobby Corps. should be promoted for students to voice their thoughts to legislators.
Security
Female students have voiced concerns about better safety at night. I agree. We should look into better lighting options for areas where students are at more risk without creating light pollution, and ideally using solar power for efficiency. In addition, I believe we should also consider more bicycle police on campus.
I want to see an analysis of the most statistically dangerous areas on campus, compared with the best lit areas and blue light systems, concluding with Safe Ways, the safest late-night routes around campus. This will be mapped out for students with the number for Safe Walk and Safe Ride as well as additional safety tips. This map can have additional information about the campus and be placed at the exit of every building that is open late into the night.
Sustainability
We need to continue sustainability, recycle mania, and look into further recycling of batteries and electronic equipment. I will support furthering our alternative energy resources and work to make the university more self sustainable.
I am interested, in light of these budget cuts, whether students would take it upon themselves, for the betterment of the University, to form a club to help better the presence of plants, flowers, and grass if given resources.
Health
Organizations that promote health need to be supported. We are nothing without health, and those organizations that are supplying such a vital resources to students should be given the necessary resources to spread awareness of risks, options, and support.
Transparency
The students' money is essentially funding the ASUA. Students have the right to know where their money is going, how it is spent, and should have the voice to express objections if they are not satisfied.
Voice of the Student
Your thoughts are important. I want students to have the voice and for it to be heard. I am listening, tell me what you think.. scathers22@gmail.com
My name is Shane Cathers, a junior journalism student with a business management minor, here at the home of the Wildcats. I am a fresh face with fresh perspectives here at the UA, and considering that, I will take some additional steps to let everyone know more about me.
The state of Ariz. claims most of my years and will likely claim many more. I was born in Mich., and spent a number of my childhood years in Huntington Beach, CA, and couple in Tipton, IN. If that is not enough moving, I have lived in five cities across the Ariz.. I have probably lived in over 20 homes, and went to four different high schools, graduating in Lake Havasu in 2004.
I played football and wrestled early in high school. I continue to find myself playing a range of sports including tennis, skateboarding, snowboarding, basketball, volleyball, ping pong, and pool.
I have practically lived on my own since I was 16 years old. I supported myself through high school, and most of college. I am very much an entrepreneur, starting “Shane’s Trash Pick-up Service” in our apartments in Calif. when I was 11 years old. I went around everyday and walked my clients, tenants, trash down to the dumpsters to spare them the walk. I had more money than all my friends, and often treated myself to chili cheese fires at the local Wienerschnitzel.
In high school, I started “Reliable Yard Maintenance” that employed me and my friend. In college, I was a full-time student while painting houses on the side to pay for school and my bills. I often ended up managing multiple people on the job, but one 46 year old father was my main-man for over two years. He became a great friend and I learned a lot about race (him being black and grew up in south Phoenix), women, and maintaining a friendship while still being the boss.
Last summer I traveled through western Europe, on a whim, with someone I knew only a couple of weeks from my yoga class. We traveled through London, France, Barcelona, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. When I returned, she went to Berkeley, and I took my motorcycle and traveled counter-clockwise in 29 states around the U.S. and Canada. I stayed with family, camped in national parks, and stayed with the great people of the CouchSurfing.com community. I went to explore the culture of America, explore spiritually, and test my ability to adapt and travel into unknown territories. I have never felt so free.
On that trip, I realized that the anxiety of Phoenix was not the life for me and although I was already accepted to the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at ASU, I felt the need to move for a more peaceful life.
I had only been here twice before and for a very brief period, but decided Tucson was the best option for a few reasons. Many people I met had great words for this city and the university. I would also maintain in-state tuition and continue a relationship with, what was becoming and still is, the most intimate and most dear friend in my life.
These days, I live pretty simply. I have a diet of mostly eggs, bread, fruit, vegetables, and pizza from Time Market. I jog and exercise around three times a week and continue to become increasingly connected with the people of Tucson and the community within the University of Arizona.
As student body president, my main goal will be to rally for a referendum to the Ariz. constitution, a long term goal, fixing all levels of public education to a secure budget. Ariz. has it’s priorities confused, and we as students, we as a university, and we as a community have the power to make a difference.
Although the recent budget cuts have many disadvantages, we can take this opportunity to simplify the clutter redundancies, unite the students and hear their voices, and bring the recognition and exposure to clubs, which they deserve.
Here are a few matters of importance...
Funding our Futures
We need to give students the opportunity and tools to fund their education. We need free workshops to teach students how to write grants, where to find grants they may be eligible for, and tips to improve their approval chances. Scholarships also need to be more apparent and tips given to students to increase their odds of funding. We will get creative and help simplify the resources for funding.
Arizona Assurance will be supported as well as the Tuition Set-Aside program. We can look into increasing the tuition set-aside program, only if concluded to be practical.
Clubs and our Community
Clubs on campus are an essential instrument in our community as a university, city, and as a united people for the maintenance and advancement of our standard of living, education, and awareness. Clubs need a centralized online resource with sufficient exposure. Their upcoming events need to be easily known to the students, especially the freshman, so they can become involved in the community, build valuable connections, friendships, as well as offer a positive outlet for self expression.
Clubs need the communication to unite for a cause, the tools to raise funds, and exposure to show their value and the universities value to the community of Tucson.
Freedom of Speech
Students need an outlet to exercise their 1st Amendment rights. This can be done on a centralized online source and also on campus by “free speech bulletin boards,” symbolizing the right for students to exercise their voice.
Additionally, the Lobby Corps. should be promoted for students to voice their thoughts to legislators.
Security
Female students have voiced concerns about better safety at night. I agree. We should look into better lighting options for areas where students are at more risk without creating light pollution, and ideally using solar power for efficiency. In addition, I believe we should also consider more bicycle police on campus.
I want to see an analysis of the most statistically dangerous areas on campus, compared with the best lit areas and blue light systems, concluding with Safe Ways, the safest late-night routes around campus. This will be mapped out for students with the number for Safe Walk and Safe Ride as well as additional safety tips. This map can have additional information about the campus and be placed at the exit of every building that is open late into the night.
Sustainability
We need to continue sustainability, recycle mania, and look into further recycling of batteries and electronic equipment. I will support furthering our alternative energy resources and work to make the university more self sustainable.
I am interested, in light of these budget cuts, whether students would take it upon themselves, for the betterment of the University, to form a club to help better the presence of plants, flowers, and grass if given resources.
Health
Organizations that promote health need to be supported. We are nothing without health, and those organizations that are supplying such a vital resources to students should be given the necessary resources to spread awareness of risks, options, and support.
Transparency
The students' money is essentially funding the ASUA. Students have the right to know where their money is going, how it is spent, and should have the voice to express objections if they are not satisfied.
Voice of the Student
Your thoughts are important. I want students to have the voice and for it to be heard. I am listening, tell me what you think.. scathers22@gmail.com
www.gingerpresident.com
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Securing Education in AZ - The basic steps
With he help of friends, students, and political leaders, I have created a basic formula that will equal securing education and changing legislation in Ariz..
Better club and organization exposure in the community = Better University Image
Better University Image = Better Voice in the community
Better voice in the community = Better voice to change legislature
Students voicing and rallying = Better press and media coverage
Better press and media coverage = Better community awareness
again...
Better press and media coverage = Better voice to change legislature
again...
Better press and media coverage = Better ability for those in elected office on the side of education to fight alongside the people and students for a referendum. This is ultimate security for education in Ariz..
I, with the help of many trusted others and students, will continue analyzing the details of this task and strive to create the most thorough, complete, and creative plan to secure education. This is a challenging, but very reachable goal. Together, working as a team, we as students, we as a university, and we as a community can and will make this necessary, and long over-do, change to secure education for our futures.
Better club and organization exposure in the community = Better University Image
Better University Image = Better Voice in the community
Better voice in the community = Better voice to change legislature
Students voicing and rallying = Better press and media coverage
Better press and media coverage = Better community awareness
again...
Better press and media coverage = Better voice to change legislature
again...
Better press and media coverage = Better ability for those in elected office on the side of education to fight alongside the people and students for a referendum. This is ultimate security for education in Ariz..
I, with the help of many trusted others and students, will continue analyzing the details of this task and strive to create the most thorough, complete, and creative plan to secure education. This is a challenging, but very reachable goal. Together, working as a team, we as students, we as a university, and we as a community can and will make this necessary, and long over-do, change to secure education for our futures.
Meeting with the Mayor
I met with Mayor Robert E. Walkup of Tucson the morning of Friday 20, 2009. I wanted to go over some of the bigger issues facing the city and the university.
First of all, from the brief period in which I spoke to Mayor Walkup, I can understand why the people have chosen him for a third term as mayor. He seems genuine, very likable, and very interested in the progression of the city. Politically, he claims to be a “Republic-dem” which is a comforting thought for someone who wishes not be limited by the political party in which they are affiliated.
“A new 21st century society has a knowledge-based element,” said Walkup.
The Mayor has researched and created his own set of 12 main elements necessary for a successful city, of which education is near the top along with public safety and health care.
He made it clear that he supports education, but to see change the leaders of the university need to team-up and work “shoulder to shoulder” with him. The leaders of the university must rise to the challenge and get the students to speak up, and in large numbers.
The goal would be a referendum to the Ariz. constitution where education like pre-school, K-12, and higher education are not so easily impaired as they are currently.
Again, to make a difference the community and those in political office need to hear the voices of the students. All of the students and leaders of the Ariz. universities need to speak up, and do it on a grand scale.
The Mayor and I will fight for the sake of education, him in the office pushing the legislature for change, and I on the campus showing support for students to gather and speak their opinions. Another one down, more to go.
First of all, from the brief period in which I spoke to Mayor Walkup, I can understand why the people have chosen him for a third term as mayor. He seems genuine, very likable, and very interested in the progression of the city. Politically, he claims to be a “Republic-dem” which is a comforting thought for someone who wishes not be limited by the political party in which they are affiliated.
“A new 21st century society has a knowledge-based element,” said Walkup.
The Mayor has researched and created his own set of 12 main elements necessary for a successful city, of which education is near the top along with public safety and health care.
He made it clear that he supports education, but to see change the leaders of the university need to team-up and work “shoulder to shoulder” with him. The leaders of the university must rise to the challenge and get the students to speak up, and in large numbers.
The goal would be a referendum to the Ariz. constitution where education like pre-school, K-12, and higher education are not so easily impaired as they are currently.
Again, to make a difference the community and those in political office need to hear the voices of the students. All of the students and leaders of the Ariz. universities need to speak up, and do it on a grand scale.
The Mayor and I will fight for the sake of education, him in the office pushing the legislature for change, and I on the campus showing support for students to gather and speak their opinions. Another one down, more to go.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Clubs and Our Community
Clubs on campus are an essential instrument in our community as a university, city, and as a united people for the maintenance and advancement of our standard of living, education, and awareness. They help bring us closer together and spread vital knowledge of the interests of our community.
Clubs also provide an excellent resource for students, especially new students and freshman, to become part of the community and build valuable connections, friendships, as well as offer a positive outlet for self expression.
It has come to my attention that for clubs to more fully achieve their cause and subsequently expose their welcome to others, whom share a similar passion and wish to unite as a group, and/or offer their individual involvement, they need better centralized tools to help them spread their message.
Fundraising is also a fundamental practice that should be as easy as possible for our clubs. I foresee the easiest access to tables, chairs, tents, and if necessary permit’s allowing for the selling of goods (beverages, baked goods, merchandise, etc.) to support their goals and interests.
As President, I will make it my goal to implement a system that allows for all clubs to better communicate with each other, explore each other’s events, goals, interests, and/or to join forces, if desired. I will also make it easier for students to know about club events and provide easier access to club information.
It will also be important for clubs and the Associated Students of The University of Arizona (ASUA) to work together in understanding each other’s methods of operations and goals as organizations, furthering our relations and providing a solid foundation for smoother operations for both.
Overall, the goal will be to spread community awareness, bringing the community closer together, and create a positive foundation for the future of our community as a whole.
Alright, where do we start Shane?
Let’s start with some details.
I plan to implement a club-based website. This website will act as an online community for clubs and club interests and will likely have certain categories (diversity, sports, public awareness, etc.) of which some clubs may qualify for and be included in multiple categories.
The central focus of this website will be the upcoming events displayed on the events “bulletin board” in blocks, colored, and detailed with a contact link for interested students, logo or name of the club, event name, time, cost (if applicable), location, and any other applicable details that will fit into the space provided. There will be a cumulative event “bulletin board” and also one for each club category. These events may also be available on a traditional weekly or monthly calendar.
This website will be managed by the ASUA and/or an on-campus affiliate and fed by the clubs. Clubs will have the option of to what degree they wish to participation. This website will be included and promoted in all relevant UA handouts, pamphlets, and introductory information for students, especially new students.
Additionally, it will be a continued interest of the ASUA to have an understanding of clubs, their missions, and their practices. A representative from ASUA will attend club meetings or meet with club representatives to exchange knowledge and understanding and also to produce the communication foundations for a more productive relationship between the two parties.
Clubs also provide an excellent resource for students, especially new students and freshman, to become part of the community and build valuable connections, friendships, as well as offer a positive outlet for self expression.
It has come to my attention that for clubs to more fully achieve their cause and subsequently expose their welcome to others, whom share a similar passion and wish to unite as a group, and/or offer their individual involvement, they need better centralized tools to help them spread their message.
Fundraising is also a fundamental practice that should be as easy as possible for our clubs. I foresee the easiest access to tables, chairs, tents, and if necessary permit’s allowing for the selling of goods (beverages, baked goods, merchandise, etc.) to support their goals and interests.
As President, I will make it my goal to implement a system that allows for all clubs to better communicate with each other, explore each other’s events, goals, interests, and/or to join forces, if desired. I will also make it easier for students to know about club events and provide easier access to club information.
It will also be important for clubs and the Associated Students of The University of Arizona (ASUA) to work together in understanding each other’s methods of operations and goals as organizations, furthering our relations and providing a solid foundation for smoother operations for both.
Overall, the goal will be to spread community awareness, bringing the community closer together, and create a positive foundation for the future of our community as a whole.
Alright, where do we start Shane?
Let’s start with some details.
I plan to implement a club-based website. This website will act as an online community for clubs and club interests and will likely have certain categories (diversity, sports, public awareness, etc.) of which some clubs may qualify for and be included in multiple categories.
The central focus of this website will be the upcoming events displayed on the events “bulletin board” in blocks, colored, and detailed with a contact link for interested students, logo or name of the club, event name, time, cost (if applicable), location, and any other applicable details that will fit into the space provided. There will be a cumulative event “bulletin board” and also one for each club category. These events may also be available on a traditional weekly or monthly calendar.
This website will be managed by the ASUA and/or an on-campus affiliate and fed by the clubs. Clubs will have the option of to what degree they wish to participation. This website will be included and promoted in all relevant UA handouts, pamphlets, and introductory information for students, especially new students.
Additionally, it will be a continued interest of the ASUA to have an understanding of clubs, their missions, and their practices. A representative from ASUA will attend club meetings or meet with club representatives to exchange knowledge and understanding and also to produce the communication foundations for a more productive relationship between the two parties.
Funding Our Future - Workshops
As most of you are aware, tuition has been raised and it will be harder for many students, especially out-of-state students, to continue their education at the UA. Here is a beginning strategy to help all student who may be in need of further funding for their education.
As President I will implement free grant writing and scholarship workshops welcome to all students, clubs and faculty. In these workshops, students will learn the valuable tools necessary to find, write, and apply for grants that they may be eligible for. At these workshops students will be given educational resources for finding scholarships, and tips to improve chances of receiving a grant or scholarship.
I wish to work together with financial aid and make information about these workshops easily accessible to students. It will be important to also coordinate appropriate scheduled workshop dates with current financial distribution’s to help students who may be short on their current financial aid for school.
As President I will implement free grant writing and scholarship workshops welcome to all students, clubs and faculty. In these workshops, students will learn the valuable tools necessary to find, write, and apply for grants that they may be eligible for. At these workshops students will be given educational resources for finding scholarships, and tips to improve chances of receiving a grant or scholarship.
I wish to work together with financial aid and make information about these workshops easily accessible to students. It will be important to also coordinate appropriate scheduled workshop dates with current financial distribution’s to help students who may be short on their current financial aid for school.
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