Aubrey Arndt

Hometown: Dodge City

Major: Pre-Business

I want to be in Student Senate because in high school I was in Student Council and I really enjoyed all the things involved with being a part of that organization. I want to be a part of voicing students’ opinions that will make the University a better place. I hope to make a difference at KU throughout my years on Student Senate.

Joanne Bauer

Hometown: Leawood

Major: Chemical Engineering

Involvement in the core of my setting has always been important to me. KU’s size and diverse student body will demand a Student Senate that is sensitive to a wide array of issues. My background in debate and forensics has given me procedural experience and appreciation for vital, informed, and balanced dialogue.

Dan Bentley

Hometown: Lawrence

Major: Aerospace Engineering

I would like to be a senator because student fees are reaching unaffordable levels. As a senator, I will work to decrease student fees. All students pay for the rec center and the bus regardless if they use it or not. I believe students should have a choice as to what campus “luxuries” they pay for.

Doug Brady

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Drew Carlson

Hometown: Edina, Minn.

Major: Pre-Journalism

I’ve had experience in leadership and politics. I learned from professionals about what it takes to become a leader and have received advice from Minnesota Senators while working at the state capital. As part of the class of 2011 it is my goal to meet a lot of people. Coming from a smaller high school I’m looking forward to learning about our diverse campus. I would like to improve myself in college. Like you, I am currently in the process of adjusting to a new environment. College is going to be the best four years of our lives if we all put into it as much as we can. With your help and your vote I will be your voice in the crowd and we’ll show KU what the class of 2011 is made of.

Katy Clagett

Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colo.

Majors: Spanish and Business

I have always been involved in Student Government because I feel it is the only way I can truly make a difference within my school. I want to make changes that benefit everyone at KU and make the college experience as good as possible, whether that means bringing in great entertainment such as speakers or bands or simply working to make KU wireless. I know I would do an amazing job with Student Senate because of my leadership skills and desire to improve our school, and hope to be given the opportunity to do so!

Alex Earles

Hometown: Salina

Major: Political Science

After serving on and leading several committees in school, community, and across the state, I learned that one person’s ideas can truly make an impact to influence change and you can have a blast while doing it. Student Senate is where I can influence change to voice my opinions and the opinions of others. If elected I will speak up for wireless Internet in the dorms, improved parking across campus, and any other concerns people bring to me.

Tyler Enders

Hometown: Leawood

Major: Pre-Business

I have always yearned to accurately represent the class to which I belong. I believe I have a unique quality, which allows me to connect with a vast majority of my peers and therefore best represent them. I desire not only to be a freshman representative, but also to be a Greek voice in student senate.

Evan Epperson

Hometown: Wichita

Major: History and Political Science; Minor in Chinese

Evan Epperson reads the writing on the wall--not the chalk on the pavement. I know what is important to you: money, fun with friends, and your future (you give it consideration once in a while). As Senator of your freshman class, I’ll ensure all of your favorite clubs and activities get the support they need. I’ll see to it that your investment in this university is not wasted, and that we in Student Government can return as much as possible to you (in monetary form or otherwise).

Travis Everett

Hometown: Lawrence

Major: Biology and English

The word Senate conjures up images of old, conservative, white men deciding things for the upper crust of society. I want to completely reverse what KU Freshman think of a “senate”. I want to work towards objectives that mean something to Freshman, i.e. things they’ll use daily.

Andy Haverkamp

Hometown: Hoyt

Major: Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Pre-Med

As a fellow student, I really want our opinions and ideas to be heard and implemented across campus – and I can only do that by being elected into Senate! There are several great projects that I want to help undertake: additional parking options, more recycling bins along Jayhawk Boulevard, and wireless Internet access in the residence halls.

Kirstie Fine

Hometown: Williamsburg

Major: Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations

Serving as one of the five freshman senators is a position I would be eager and excited to receive. I would listen to every freshman’s concerns that need to be approached to better KU. If I am elected to Senate, I am going to address such issues as change machines and wireless internet in the residence halls.

Dustin Jacobsen

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Libby Johnson

Hometown: Lawrence

Major: Undecided

I am running for Student Senate because I want to contribute to the process that makes this University an even better place for students. Each student deserves to get what he or she wants out of their college experience. I want to ensure that the Class of 2011 has more opportunities, better education, and more fun. I will be a good representative for all of the diverse voices that make up the Freshman class. My experience in this type of setting, in politics and in leadership will help me to better fulfill the goals of the Class of 2011.

Matt Lambert

Hometown: Stillwell

Major: Undecided

I decided to run for student senate because I want to be involved on campus and important decisions at KU. I hope to accomplish quite a few things that will benefit the student body, such as getting wireless internet at the residence halls, and negotiating with professors and officials to lower textbook costs for students.

Jonathan Nehring

Hometown: LeRoy

Major: Biomechanical Engineering

While not leaving the on-campus students behind, I would like to make the University more aware of those students living off campus. A way of enabling this is to bring equal privileges that are normally given to on-campus freshman only, to all freshmen. Also, my goal is to make this transition year the smoothest and most enjoyable by creating activities that cause us to meet each other and help freshmen through the first year!

Michael Rockford

Hometown: Gladstone, Mo

Major: Pre-secondary History Education and Psychology

I want to be in student senate because I want to make a difference here at KU. Students need a voice to make a change, and if elected to the Student Senate, I’ll be that voice for the Freshman class. This is our KU, and we deserve a strong voice in it.

Ali Sandler

Hometown: St. Louis

Major: Film

Being on Student Senate would give me the opportunity to make the University of Kansas a better place for students. I want to be able to propose beneficial ideas, as well as fight against unneccesary changes. I will take pride in being able to represent students who are too quiet to make their voices heard.

Kyle Savage

Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa

Major: Human Biology

I would like to be a part of Student Senate because I would like to help represent the class of 2011. I’m a man of few words, but will listen to anyone about anything and do my best to try and get their voices heard.

Jeff Standing

Hometown: Lawrence

Major: Egyptology and Women’s Studies

If elected to Student Senate I would release all giraffes from the zoo. I would also institute a campus-wide surfing/wakeboarding holiday. Furthermore, as a student senator I would make sure to be the virtuous megaphone of the people, and make sure their voices are heard in the general assembly.

Michael Wade Smith

Hometown: Goodland

Major: International Business

As a freshman senator I would represent wholly the voice of the Class of 2011. I believe that in a leadership position that I am a voice for other students on campus. I want to be that voice, so we can all work to better our campus, our community, and the experience of KU Jayhawks! Visit www.michaelwadesmith.com for campaign information.

Chantz Thomas

Hometown: Lindsborg

Major: Pre-Medicine, Biology and History

I would like to become a member of the Student Senate, because I believe that it would be a great opportunity to take a larger contributing role at KU. If elected to a Senate seat, I would like to focus on continuing the University’s reputation for excellence in academics and research opportunities.

Chris Weber

Hometown: Princeton

Major: Pre-Law and Political Science

From experiences in forensics, debate, and other organizations; I’ve developed a strong interest in public service. Student Senate will be a stepping stone that will give me the opportunity to be able to have a say and make a difference for the student body. Issues I would like to pursue in the senate: Change machines in dorms, for laundry machines Wireless capabilities on campus

Jentry Wheaton

Hometown: Dodge City

Major: Pre-Nursing

I really want to be a part of student senate because I think it would be a great way to get involved in campus activities and as a freshman representative, I am in the same place as all the other freshman on campus, so I will be able to relate to them since I am learning too.

— Edited by Ashlee Kieler