News Summary
As the student body elections approach at Texas A&M, candidates have begun to announce their campaigns for the position of Student Body President. A diverse group of students, including Colton Whisenant and Brock Barrington, are focused on vital campus issues like digital ID cards and parking. Other candidates are also presenting innovative ideas centered around student engagement and affordable education, all while the Texas A&M System prepares to select a new chancellor. Exciting times are ahead for Aggies as they prepare for upcoming changes.
Exciting Times at Texas A&M as Candidates Announce Their Run for Student Body President
College Station is buzzing with excitement as fresh faces step up to run for the prestigious position of Texas A&M Student Body President. With several promising candidates in the mix, these students are all set to bring their unique ideas and perspectives to the table, and they couldn’t be more eager to connect with their fellow Aggies!
The Contenders Step Up
In a thrilling twist, agribusiness junior Colton Whisenant and finance junior Brock Barrington have joined forces with a catchy slogan: “Count on Colton & Bet on Brock.” Their campaign is already gaining traction, focusing on issues close to students’ hearts like digital ID cards and tackling the pesky parking situation on campus, especially the all-too-familiar problem of mo-ped parking on West Campus. It seems like they are really hitting the ground running!
Adding to their credibility, both candidates have garnered endorsements from student senators representing the Corps of Cadets and the Interfraternity Council. Whisenant, currently serving as the junior class president and a D-2 cadet, boasts student leadership experience that instills confidence in his peers. Plus, he’s breaking new ground by incorporating a text message campaign into his strategy to boost voter turnout, which is a first in recent history at A&M.
Other Dynamic Duos in the Race
But wait, there’s more! Also in the running are economics and public administration junior Riley Pritzlaff and political science junior Ezra Villarreal, whose slogan is “Pritz for Prez.” Together, they aim to create student task forces to foster engagement, ensuring that even those who feel overlooked by current governance have a voice. Sounds like they know how to make every student feel included!
On the other hand, business honors and finance junior Brandon Beller along with education senior Gia Viggiano are vying for votes with their slogan “Better with Beller.” Their main focus? Strengthening communication between the administration and students amidst the challenges brought on by increasing enrollment at A&M. Together, they bring solid experience in various student organizations, setting them up well for this leadership role.
Not to be outdone, biomedical sciences junior Carter Mallory and ethics and law junior Kathleen Parks are passionately advocating for a campus culture revival and affordable education. They’ve set their sights on addressing the sometimes staggering costs of textbooks and other educational resources, with the goal of making education more accessible for all. Who could argue with that?
Changes Ahead with New Chancellor Selection
The Finalists Stepping into the Spotlight
The finalists include notable figures such as Glenn Hegar, Texas Comptroller and proud A&M alumni, and Eduardo Voelkel, president of the Texas A&M Foundation, who has successfully led a robust fundraising campaign for the school. Also in the lineup is Stuart Bell, a former University of Alabama president with extensive academic leadership experience. Other distinguished candidates include James Ashby, a Texas House member rooted in student governance, and Michael McCaul, a U.S. Congressman who, curiously, does not hold an A&M degree.
This new chancellor will be stepping into some big shoes, succeeding John Sharp, who has made history as the longest-serving chancellor in A&M’s history. The new role will encompass overseeing eight state agencies and eleven universities, serving a vibrant community of over 150,000 students.
With elections heating up and a new chancellor on the horizon, it’s truly a thrilling season at Texas A&M! Expect exciting developments as the candidates campaign and the Board of Regents gets ready for a significant decision for the future of the A&M System.
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