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April 13, 1983 ELECTION 83 Insight Insight Insight it published on Wednesdays during rhe academe ytvr f the Department ol lourrulism. California Slate University, fmno. Unsigned editorials represent (he majority opinion ol the Idnonal Board. All other i islumns. letters and a rt wr irk on this page represent ihe opinions ol iheir respective authors and not necessarily that ol Insight's. PETER SCOTT. ed*or*hchie1 ROBERT GAUTHIER, managing editor JEFF KRAUSE, phoro eoV/or MICHAEL TODD, assocule ediUx-opirmx, CYNDI GUERRA, associate editor-copy CRIS MONAHAN, associate editor - news & features KATHRYN KARLE. advrrrrung rnanager The candidates for President Alan Abamian \ Alan Atamian- Dosher for President During the past few years the A.S. Senate, while performing its expected duties, has been plagued at times by unnecessary errors in judgement and miscalculations in frnniKial hntvfllng, Insight endorses John Dosher for the office of A.S. President because his qualifications appear to make him the candidate most likely to assure that continued A.S. mishaps will be kept to a minimum. While Dosher's A.S. Senate experience may not equal some of his opponents', his age, maturity and more valuable outside experience more than makeup for what be may lack in on-campus activities. Dosher graduated from CSUF in 1960 with a degree in business. In tbe two years he spent out of college, he worked for both a CPA firm and a major stock brokerage company. This money handling experience will be valuable in insuring the A.S. Senate does not use its funds early in tbe year, as has been the case in the recent past. Dosher will see that all groups on campus have tbe chance to receive funds, not just those who apply first In addition, Dosher will also provide the guidance needed to prevent careless mistakes such as the gross error in fund calculations that occurred just two months ago. While keeping track of the A.S. Senate's savings ac- count is not specifically the president's job, Dosher will be there to intervene if necessary. Dosher is not without student government experience. As an undergraduate he was an active member of the A.S. Election Committee. In addition, he was a member of the Inter-Business Council in 1979 and 1980. One may argue that since John Dosher has been out of school for two years, he is not in touch with the problems of students. But the complete opposite is true. Because Dosher has been out of school working, he knows what students are up against when they graduate, and can therefore provide more guidance in that respect than an undergraduate could. Dosher is 25 years old and his maturity seems to reflect his age. He has a serious attitude about life and that attitude would be taken to the A.S. Senate, a body greatly in need of more serious individuals. The biggest concern of students during the past two years has been the rapidly increasing fees they are forced to pay. It is logical that John Dosher, the candidate with the most experience in dealing with money, should be elected to tbe office of A.S. President to lead CSUF students in their struggle with Sacramento. The following will serve I to introduce myself and present to you my qualifications for the position of student __J body president for the 1983-84 I U *.» 1 BJ school year. My main at- ^ ***— fl BJ tributes include experience, x PH well-roundedness, potential aTavaaataSv *'* W H co"1**110™ *n Washington, Wm " ABH stamina, and concern for the ***s\\\\\\\A A a asaaaaWaal campus and community of Fresno. First, I've been involved In many areas of leadership in campus life. I'm currently Armenian students organization president, and I have held tbe offices of vice president, secretary and parliamentarian, and editor of the Hye Sharzhoom. the campus Armenian newspaper. My well-roundedness results from acting as peer ad visor, language tutor, Bulldog College Bowl Team member, and Bulldog Forensics Team member. Well- roundedness that results from broadcasting for KFSR 90.7 FM, for three years, writing for the Dally Collegian and insight, and acting as public relations director for SAGE student arts Journal. Well-roundedness reflects on my academic record: I'm a senior with a Journalism major and Armenian studies and communication minors. I accrued experience serving on the College Union Board and Programming Committee for one year each. This summer I will get even more experience through a network media (such as ABC-TV News) internship in Washington, D.C, where the contacts that I make can be a great asset to the CSUF students and campus. My goals as president are to provide and encourage a balanced political forum for students to express their views to improve A.S. public relations, and to serve my fellow student as a tolerant and Just Christian. Fee increases should be fought by a permanent organization made up of students, student govern- rment, media, and administration. The library should be open 24 hours a day. The J money for the new Satellite C.U. would have been better mtam spent on a new business !■ ■ ******** wing, or a new dairy for agriculture or to rebuid the San Ramon section of campus or even for a new parking lot. Students should be first priority in terms of parking. Student government should fight for issues that directly affect students education on campus, not nebulous outside questions. This is how I stand on these issues. I think that you -Chris Kaufman- deserve to hear bow I stand and what my merits are not the faults of others. Below I have listed some of my qualifications for Student Body President I served on the Associated Student Senate for two years, the last year as Chairman of the Finance and Budget Committee. I also served on the Public Affairs Committee and the Child Day Care Center Advisory Board. Presently, I am Vice-President of a professional and a social fraternity. I have been Involved in public speaking for over five years. I am presently an intern at the Fresno County District Attorney's office. Next year I will be 21 and have senior status. I feel that my organizational, administrative, <* budgeting, social and public relation skills and my genuine concern for students will help me to be a strong student leader. Togni for LVP Insight endorses Martin Togni for legislative vice president (LVP) of the Associated Students. Togni, Insight feels, presents the best combination of experience and excitement among the six candidates for LVP. The choice, however, was not easy, as all the candidates seem particularly well suited to the office this year. Togni, in this paper's estimation, is not the lesser of six evils, but actually the best person running. The spirit of pragmatism comes as close to a campaign slogan as anything else for Togni. It is a phrase he uses often, and implies even more ofterfwhen he speaks. For example, Togni has come down squarely on the side of a $10 stepped A.S. fee increase. He makes no apology for his stand, and asks no quarter. Togni explains that this increase is both needed and overdue, and leaves it at that. Togni, in the spirit of the spirit of pragmatism, has an excellent comprehension of what his duties are, and what be can do within those duties. After all, the grandest ideas will come to naught in the wrong forum. Perhaps some of Togni's impetus for realistic responses to campus issues comes from something Togni himself stresses — the fact that English is a second language for him. As the son of Swiss parents, Togni faced the rigors of an early life in California without the benefit of the local tongue. Togni has said that this gives him some insight into the needs of minorities, and,While the point is a bit strained, Insight tends to agree. Mainstream- ing is hard work. Before the criticism arises, Insight would like to point out that Togni has had ties with the paper in the past. Insight feels that his past performance in helping out the press is a point in his favor. Perhaps this is an incestuous view, but the dissemination of information from and about the AS is important to us. It should be noted that this criteria is not vital, as other candidates for AS offices that have aided Insight have not been chosen. Insight endorses Togni for LVP without qualification. HeJs_not the most rhetorically skilled, or the most broadly experienced, but he is, as we said earlier, the best combination of all criteria useful in choosing an LVP. Vote for Martin Togni. My name is John Dosher, and I am running for tbe of- fice of President of the H$ ^11 Associated Students. I am currently doing graduate student work in Mass Communications. My BH undergraduate degree is in business which I received from CSUF in 1960. My business experience after graduation includes wockjfcg for a CPA firm and working for a major stock brokerage company. My student government experience includes being an active member of the Election Committee, overseeing student government elections, and being a member of the Inter-Business Council in 1979 and 1960. I have been a volunteer Big Brother in the Big -John Dosher- Brother/Big Sister program since 1979, and I am an alumni of Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. As president I will work towards gradual, moderate, and predictable student fee increases. During tbe past several years student fees have soared. In 1978 the cost of one semester of full-time study was $109; now the cost is over 1300 and rising fast! I also feel that student government should be run - more like a business, more organized and efficient. We must use our financial resources more efficiently to make certain that the student groups on campus who need financial assistance receive it. A president must be flexible and open to new ideas, yet assertive. Most of all, a president must r every student on campus. I would appreciate your support and vote. Thank you. - Dan Guthiel - The office of Associated Students President needs to have someone who can deal effectively with the administration, the community and the state legislature. This requires recent involvement on campus, a knowledge of •orkings of the A.S. of- 1 dent interests. I have been actively involved in many diverse organizations and have held leadership positions within those organizations. I am currently Senator from the School of Business and the chairman of the Legal and • Legislative Committee. I am involved in Lambda Chi Alpha social fraternity. Beta Alpha Psi, honorary' accounting business fraternity, tbe Inter-Business Council and the International American I Association. To represent student interest you have to know what they are. With my involvement in these diverse organizations, I know what issues are of concern to all students. I have and will continue to represent minority interests. To deal with the administration, the community and the state legislative, a President has to have proper communicating skills and a professional attitude. I have dealt effectively with these types of people before and can , guarantee that I will continue to do so in the future. I will be taken seriously by the administrators, the community and the state legislature. - Patty Smith - «i Baladjanian for AVP Insight's endorsement of Michael Baladjanian for Administrative Vice President stems from its faith in his ability to restore and keep order to what has recently become a sore spot in the legislative body. Baladjanian's knowledge of the AS system far outreaches his competitors, (he was senator for tbe School of Engineering last year and be also worked on the Finance and Budget Committee), who have very little first-hand experience with CSUF's senate. What is most impressive about Baladja- n's campaign platform is his approach to the AVP position and his view of how the responsibilities of the job should be handled. He promises to treat the position as an everyday job in order to establish order in the AS's budgetary books — a basically sound attitude for the least politically oriented position within the AS. All promises put aside, the highest priority for AVP should be a business-like, apolitical attitude toward the job. Inaight thinks the students' vote would be best served by Michael Baladjanian for the office of AVP. As Senator for Utxleclared Majors, the second largest and most diverse group on campus, Patty Smith has been working hard to serve the students of CSUF. Now, she would like the opportunity to serve them in an even greater capacity, as their president. A 21-year-old junior, born and raised in Fresno, Smith has always felt a need to serve those around her. She attributes this to her strong family upbringing and her faith in God. Smith takes her work as a Senator very seriously. This year she has been involved in two committees in addition to her senatorial duties. She is tbe chairperson for the Public Affairs Committee and the secretary for the Programming Committee. It is through the Public Affairs Committee that she was able to secure tbe Student Savings Card for CSUF. Earlier this semester she went to Sacramento to lobby against tbe proposed tuition increases for schools in the CSU system. Smith also serves the Greek system as a member of the Panbellenic Council. AS President, Smith says, her primary concerns would lie with those organizations who are sometimes overlooked. She feels the Senate should be encouraged to create a budgeting guide to identify areas of need and do away with the "first come, first served" basis of budgeting. She is also concerned with communications between the Senate and the students. She hopes to better relations by setting up regular office hours for herself and those officers responsible to her. She also plans to explore methods of better explaining matters currently before the Senate through the school papers or by establishing a monthly newsletter. -Andrea Hedgley- Why we should vote Asaociate editor — opinion campus-wide for AS offices, out of an enrollment of over 19,000, some 1,200 voted. That's not even 10 percent of the eligible. What tbe hell is wrong withm? I don't know. rvo gat a lot of pet theories, an of which can be phrased In the most ob- tuse language, but tbey all boil down to two points: 90 plus percent of this campus Is lazy and stupid. These people that most of us don't vote for are In charge of over one third of a million dollars of our money. si debt's interest for a will be spent on what these elected officials see fit if you don't vote, you've ab- J reaponsibility for your money. You've also lost your right to bitch. Hew can you, if you don't caw enough to make a decision to vote? Sure, I've heard tbe excuses. I've made most of them myself. —You don't care. Fine. I can't fight that one. I'll have lamb chops for dinner and sleep under a wool blanket tonight. — Your vote doesn't count Look at It thai way: 1,900 votes divided by seven presidential contenders comes to 171 votes a piece (I realize this Is sUUstically miles off base and open to ■ million criUciims, but bear with me.) Even a feisty reprobate like myself can corral at least half that raumbsr toto voting wsrwl to run, and those running are not feisty reprobates. So tbe number of votes that can sway an election can certainly be teen to be a most human sized - You don't know anything about the issues or who's running. WeU, if you are open to this page and reading this, that problem has been defused. -These elections don't mean anything. WeU, maybe compared to nuclear proliferation or world hunger, no. But tbey do count. Beyond mere of school I'm Andrea Hedgley and I'm seeking the office of Associated Students President. I have served on the A.S. Legal and Legislative committee and Media Council as a former Senator of tbe School of Engineering and as senator I initiated the installation of a bike lane running from the north side of the tennis courts to the south gym to eliminate that accident hazard. I co-chaired the financial aid crisis coalition which was instrumental in the computerization of the Financial Aid Office. I feel that these as well as other expriences have equipped me to excell in the service as Associated Students President. Students today are facing tbe most critical time in the history of California higher public education. Already fee increases have forced some students from the lowest socio-economic backgrounds out of CSUF and a 52 percent increase over this year's fees has been proposed. Exacerbating the problem is the fact that out-of- state and foreign student fees were increased by approximately $800, significantly decreasing tbe number of these students attending CSUC schools, depriving us of large sources of revenue and threatening to deprive us of an integral part of the college experience — the exposure to diverse cultures and people. The investment will be returned manifold. Student groups, through the mechanism on tbe A.S., can introduce proposals on campus energy conservation, methods of solving the parking problem and removal of PCB. We can be a resource. Though efficiency (doing things right) will be recurrent theme of all the candidates, as it should be, I believe that effectiveness (doing the right things) will determine whether we are successful in convincing our community to use as resources. If we can do that we will keep CSUF accesssibte, thriving and a leader in California. -Tony Brigantino- Maybe you don't buy any of this. That might be tbe better way, anyway. Let those who care run your life. If you won't vote, you can't be doing too good a job in tbe first place. president the job skills. I Tbe CSUF student body WA Field Day activities. Having participated in dent should be eager, *•»■ committees and activities has prepared me well to working and open. But understand students' interests. > requires certain other t There should be more effective representation in I have acquired leader- U»t each school should be represented by a greater ^ my active number of students I would promote more effective student participation in our government to assure fair and equal representation. "The final test of a leader U that he leasies behind Mm tn other men the conviction and will to carry on." -Walter Llppman participation in the Student Court Committee, the Vintage Days' Sub-Commltteea, the Alpha Gamma Rho Executive Council, and the
Object Description
Title | 1983_04 Insight April 1983 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Dept. of Journalism, California State University, Fresno. |
Publication Date | 1983 |
Description | Weekly during the school year. Vol. 1, no. 1 (Oct. 8, 1969)-v. 29, no. 23 (May 13, 1998). Ceased with May 13, 1998, issue. Title from masthead. Merged with Daily collegian. |
Subject | California State University, Fresno Periodicals |
Contributors | California State University, Fresno Dept. of Journalism |
Coverage | October 8, 1969 – May 13, 1998 |
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Language | eng |
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Title | Insight Apr 13 1983 p 2 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publication Date | 1983 |
Full-Text-Search | April 13, 1983 ELECTION 83 Insight Insight Insight it published on Wednesdays during rhe academe ytvr f the Department ol lourrulism. California Slate University, fmno. Unsigned editorials represent (he majority opinion ol the Idnonal Board. All other i islumns. letters and a rt wr irk on this page represent ihe opinions ol iheir respective authors and not necessarily that ol Insight's. PETER SCOTT. ed*or*hchie1 ROBERT GAUTHIER, managing editor JEFF KRAUSE, phoro eoV/or MICHAEL TODD, assocule ediUx-opirmx, CYNDI GUERRA, associate editor-copy CRIS MONAHAN, associate editor - news & features KATHRYN KARLE. advrrrrung rnanager The candidates for President Alan Abamian \ Alan Atamian- Dosher for President During the past few years the A.S. Senate, while performing its expected duties, has been plagued at times by unnecessary errors in judgement and miscalculations in frnniKial hntvfllng, Insight endorses John Dosher for the office of A.S. President because his qualifications appear to make him the candidate most likely to assure that continued A.S. mishaps will be kept to a minimum. While Dosher's A.S. Senate experience may not equal some of his opponents', his age, maturity and more valuable outside experience more than makeup for what be may lack in on-campus activities. Dosher graduated from CSUF in 1960 with a degree in business. In tbe two years he spent out of college, he worked for both a CPA firm and a major stock brokerage company. This money handling experience will be valuable in insuring the A.S. Senate does not use its funds early in tbe year, as has been the case in the recent past. Dosher will see that all groups on campus have tbe chance to receive funds, not just those who apply first In addition, Dosher will also provide the guidance needed to prevent careless mistakes such as the gross error in fund calculations that occurred just two months ago. While keeping track of the A.S. Senate's savings ac- count is not specifically the president's job, Dosher will be there to intervene if necessary. Dosher is not without student government experience. As an undergraduate he was an active member of the A.S. Election Committee. In addition, he was a member of the Inter-Business Council in 1979 and 1980. One may argue that since John Dosher has been out of school for two years, he is not in touch with the problems of students. But the complete opposite is true. Because Dosher has been out of school working, he knows what students are up against when they graduate, and can therefore provide more guidance in that respect than an undergraduate could. Dosher is 25 years old and his maturity seems to reflect his age. He has a serious attitude about life and that attitude would be taken to the A.S. Senate, a body greatly in need of more serious individuals. The biggest concern of students during the past two years has been the rapidly increasing fees they are forced to pay. It is logical that John Dosher, the candidate with the most experience in dealing with money, should be elected to tbe office of A.S. President to lead CSUF students in their struggle with Sacramento. The following will serve I to introduce myself and present to you my qualifications for the position of student __J body president for the 1983-84 I U *.» 1 BJ school year. My main at- ^ ***— fl BJ tributes include experience, x PH well-roundedness, potential aTavaaataSv *'* W H co"1**110™ *n Washington, Wm " ABH stamina, and concern for the ***s\\\\\\\A A a asaaaaWaal campus and community of Fresno. First, I've been involved In many areas of leadership in campus life. I'm currently Armenian students organization president, and I have held tbe offices of vice president, secretary and parliamentarian, and editor of the Hye Sharzhoom. the campus Armenian newspaper. My well-roundedness results from acting as peer ad visor, language tutor, Bulldog College Bowl Team member, and Bulldog Forensics Team member. Well- roundedness that results from broadcasting for KFSR 90.7 FM, for three years, writing for the Dally Collegian and insight, and acting as public relations director for SAGE student arts Journal. Well-roundedness reflects on my academic record: I'm a senior with a Journalism major and Armenian studies and communication minors. I accrued experience serving on the College Union Board and Programming Committee for one year each. This summer I will get even more experience through a network media (such as ABC-TV News) internship in Washington, D.C, where the contacts that I make can be a great asset to the CSUF students and campus. My goals as president are to provide and encourage a balanced political forum for students to express their views to improve A.S. public relations, and to serve my fellow student as a tolerant and Just Christian. Fee increases should be fought by a permanent organization made up of students, student govern- rment, media, and administration. The library should be open 24 hours a day. The J money for the new Satellite C.U. would have been better mtam spent on a new business !■ ■ ******** wing, or a new dairy for agriculture or to rebuid the San Ramon section of campus or even for a new parking lot. Students should be first priority in terms of parking. Student government should fight for issues that directly affect students education on campus, not nebulous outside questions. This is how I stand on these issues. I think that you -Chris Kaufman- deserve to hear bow I stand and what my merits are not the faults of others. Below I have listed some of my qualifications for Student Body President I served on the Associated Student Senate for two years, the last year as Chairman of the Finance and Budget Committee. I also served on the Public Affairs Committee and the Child Day Care Center Advisory Board. Presently, I am Vice-President of a professional and a social fraternity. I have been Involved in public speaking for over five years. I am presently an intern at the Fresno County District Attorney's office. Next year I will be 21 and have senior status. I feel that my organizational, administrative, <* budgeting, social and public relation skills and my genuine concern for students will help me to be a strong student leader. Togni for LVP Insight endorses Martin Togni for legislative vice president (LVP) of the Associated Students. Togni, Insight feels, presents the best combination of experience and excitement among the six candidates for LVP. The choice, however, was not easy, as all the candidates seem particularly well suited to the office this year. Togni, in this paper's estimation, is not the lesser of six evils, but actually the best person running. The spirit of pragmatism comes as close to a campaign slogan as anything else for Togni. It is a phrase he uses often, and implies even more ofterfwhen he speaks. For example, Togni has come down squarely on the side of a $10 stepped A.S. fee increase. He makes no apology for his stand, and asks no quarter. Togni explains that this increase is both needed and overdue, and leaves it at that. Togni, in the spirit of the spirit of pragmatism, has an excellent comprehension of what his duties are, and what be can do within those duties. After all, the grandest ideas will come to naught in the wrong forum. Perhaps some of Togni's impetus for realistic responses to campus issues comes from something Togni himself stresses — the fact that English is a second language for him. As the son of Swiss parents, Togni faced the rigors of an early life in California without the benefit of the local tongue. Togni has said that this gives him some insight into the needs of minorities, and,While the point is a bit strained, Insight tends to agree. Mainstream- ing is hard work. Before the criticism arises, Insight would like to point out that Togni has had ties with the paper in the past. Insight feels that his past performance in helping out the press is a point in his favor. Perhaps this is an incestuous view, but the dissemination of information from and about the AS is important to us. It should be noted that this criteria is not vital, as other candidates for AS offices that have aided Insight have not been chosen. Insight endorses Togni for LVP without qualification. HeJs_not the most rhetorically skilled, or the most broadly experienced, but he is, as we said earlier, the best combination of all criteria useful in choosing an LVP. Vote for Martin Togni. My name is John Dosher, and I am running for tbe of- fice of President of the H$ ^11 Associated Students. I am currently doing graduate student work in Mass Communications. My BH undergraduate degree is in business which I received from CSUF in 1960. My business experience after graduation includes wockjfcg for a CPA firm and working for a major stock brokerage company. My student government experience includes being an active member of the Election Committee, overseeing student government elections, and being a member of the Inter-Business Council in 1979 and 1960. I have been a volunteer Big Brother in the Big -John Dosher- Brother/Big Sister program since 1979, and I am an alumni of Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. As president I will work towards gradual, moderate, and predictable student fee increases. During tbe past several years student fees have soared. In 1978 the cost of one semester of full-time study was $109; now the cost is over 1300 and rising fast! I also feel that student government should be run - more like a business, more organized and efficient. We must use our financial resources more efficiently to make certain that the student groups on campus who need financial assistance receive it. A president must be flexible and open to new ideas, yet assertive. Most of all, a president must r every student on campus. I would appreciate your support and vote. Thank you. - Dan Guthiel - The office of Associated Students President needs to have someone who can deal effectively with the administration, the community and the state legislature. This requires recent involvement on campus, a knowledge of •orkings of the A.S. of- 1 dent interests. I have been actively involved in many diverse organizations and have held leadership positions within those organizations. I am currently Senator from the School of Business and the chairman of the Legal and • Legislative Committee. I am involved in Lambda Chi Alpha social fraternity. Beta Alpha Psi, honorary' accounting business fraternity, tbe Inter-Business Council and the International American I Association. To represent student interest you have to know what they are. With my involvement in these diverse organizations, I know what issues are of concern to all students. I have and will continue to represent minority interests. To deal with the administration, the community and the state legislative, a President has to have proper communicating skills and a professional attitude. I have dealt effectively with these types of people before and can , guarantee that I will continue to do so in the future. I will be taken seriously by the administrators, the community and the state legislature. - Patty Smith - «i Baladjanian for AVP Insight's endorsement of Michael Baladjanian for Administrative Vice President stems from its faith in his ability to restore and keep order to what has recently become a sore spot in the legislative body. Baladjanian's knowledge of the AS system far outreaches his competitors, (he was senator for tbe School of Engineering last year and be also worked on the Finance and Budget Committee), who have very little first-hand experience with CSUF's senate. What is most impressive about Baladja- n's campaign platform is his approach to the AVP position and his view of how the responsibilities of the job should be handled. He promises to treat the position as an everyday job in order to establish order in the AS's budgetary books — a basically sound attitude for the least politically oriented position within the AS. All promises put aside, the highest priority for AVP should be a business-like, apolitical attitude toward the job. Inaight thinks the students' vote would be best served by Michael Baladjanian for the office of AVP. As Senator for Utxleclared Majors, the second largest and most diverse group on campus, Patty Smith has been working hard to serve the students of CSUF. Now, she would like the opportunity to serve them in an even greater capacity, as their president. A 21-year-old junior, born and raised in Fresno, Smith has always felt a need to serve those around her. She attributes this to her strong family upbringing and her faith in God. Smith takes her work as a Senator very seriously. This year she has been involved in two committees in addition to her senatorial duties. She is tbe chairperson for the Public Affairs Committee and the secretary for the Programming Committee. It is through the Public Affairs Committee that she was able to secure tbe Student Savings Card for CSUF. Earlier this semester she went to Sacramento to lobby against tbe proposed tuition increases for schools in the CSU system. Smith also serves the Greek system as a member of the Panbellenic Council. AS President, Smith says, her primary concerns would lie with those organizations who are sometimes overlooked. She feels the Senate should be encouraged to create a budgeting guide to identify areas of need and do away with the "first come, first served" basis of budgeting. She is also concerned with communications between the Senate and the students. She hopes to better relations by setting up regular office hours for herself and those officers responsible to her. She also plans to explore methods of better explaining matters currently before the Senate through the school papers or by establishing a monthly newsletter. -Andrea Hedgley- Why we should vote Asaociate editor — opinion campus-wide for AS offices, out of an enrollment of over 19,000, some 1,200 voted. That's not even 10 percent of the eligible. What tbe hell is wrong withm? I don't know. rvo gat a lot of pet theories, an of which can be phrased In the most ob- tuse language, but tbey all boil down to two points: 90 plus percent of this campus Is lazy and stupid. These people that most of us don't vote for are In charge of over one third of a million dollars of our money. si debt's interest for a will be spent on what these elected officials see fit if you don't vote, you've ab- J reaponsibility for your money. You've also lost your right to bitch. Hew can you, if you don't caw enough to make a decision to vote? Sure, I've heard tbe excuses. I've made most of them myself. —You don't care. Fine. I can't fight that one. I'll have lamb chops for dinner and sleep under a wool blanket tonight. — Your vote doesn't count Look at It thai way: 1,900 votes divided by seven presidential contenders comes to 171 votes a piece (I realize this Is sUUstically miles off base and open to ■ million criUciims, but bear with me.) Even a feisty reprobate like myself can corral at least half that raumbsr toto voting wsrwl to run, and those running are not feisty reprobates. So tbe number of votes that can sway an election can certainly be teen to be a most human sized - You don't know anything about the issues or who's running. WeU, if you are open to this page and reading this, that problem has been defused. -These elections don't mean anything. WeU, maybe compared to nuclear proliferation or world hunger, no. But tbey do count. Beyond mere of school I'm Andrea Hedgley and I'm seeking the office of Associated Students President. I have served on the A.S. Legal and Legislative committee and Media Council as a former Senator of tbe School of Engineering and as senator I initiated the installation of a bike lane running from the north side of the tennis courts to the south gym to eliminate that accident hazard. I co-chaired the financial aid crisis coalition which was instrumental in the computerization of the Financial Aid Office. I feel that these as well as other expriences have equipped me to excell in the service as Associated Students President. Students today are facing tbe most critical time in the history of California higher public education. Already fee increases have forced some students from the lowest socio-economic backgrounds out of CSUF and a 52 percent increase over this year's fees has been proposed. Exacerbating the problem is the fact that out-of- state and foreign student fees were increased by approximately $800, significantly decreasing tbe number of these students attending CSUC schools, depriving us of large sources of revenue and threatening to deprive us of an integral part of the college experience — the exposure to diverse cultures and people. The investment will be returned manifold. Student groups, through the mechanism on tbe A.S., can introduce proposals on campus energy conservation, methods of solving the parking problem and removal of PCB. We can be a resource. Though efficiency (doing things right) will be recurrent theme of all the candidates, as it should be, I believe that effectiveness (doing the right things) will determine whether we are successful in convincing our community to use as resources. If we can do that we will keep CSUF accesssibte, thriving and a leader in California. -Tony Brigantino- Maybe you don't buy any of this. That might be tbe better way, anyway. Let those who care run your life. If you won't vote, you can't be doing too good a job in tbe first place. president the job skills. I Tbe CSUF student body WA Field Day activities. Having participated in dent should be eager, *•»■ committees and activities has prepared me well to working and open. But understand students' interests. > requires certain other t There should be more effective representation in I have acquired leader- U»t each school should be represented by a greater ^ my active number of students I would promote more effective student participation in our government to assure fair and equal representation. "The final test of a leader U that he leasies behind Mm tn other men the conviction and will to carry on." -Walter Llppman participation in the Student Court Committee, the Vintage Days' Sub-Commltteea, the Alpha Gamma Rho Executive Council, and the |