Signs are everywhere!

https://vote.ncsu.edu/

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"Polls open for the Spring 2010 Elections on Tuesday, April 6th 2010 at 12:00 AM and will close Wednesday, April 7th 2010 at 12:00 AM. This is a voting period of 24 hours."

http://students.ncsu.edu/vote/candidates.php

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"Spring 2010 Election Candidate List Student Body President * Scott Goldsmith (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group) * Charles "Ches" McDowell (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group) * Matthew Gromlich (Campaign Website) * Matthew Woodward (Campaign Website) (Faceboook Group) * James Dieffenderfer (Facebook Group) * Zachary Lego (Facebook Group) * Kelly Hook (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group) Student Senate President * Stephen Kouba * Michael Robinson * Sarah Center Student Body Treasurer * Eagean "Buddy" Bryson (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group) * Thomas "Elmo" Lamm * Kyle O'Donnell Student Body Chief Justice * Diana Tingen * Monica Noble (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group) Student Centers President * Marycobb Randall Union Activities Board President * Scott Richardson (Campaign Website) (Facebook Group * Ikenna "Kenny" Obi-Onuoha * Ridhdhi Mehta * William Lamb Senior Class President * Margo Sauter (Facebook Group) * Kristy Craig Senate -- CALS Agricultural Institute * Sara Davis Senate -- CALS -- Sophomores * Caroline Yopp * Cory Robbins * Gregory Alex Grindstaff Senate -- CALS -- Juniors * Dustin Brann * Arialle Crabtree * Lauren Irwin Senate -- CALS -- Seniors * Ethan Harrelson * Meaghan Bethea * Rebekah Jewell Senate -- Design -- At-Large * Tucker Beeninga (Facebook Group) Senate -- Education -- At-Large * Joshua Skeeter Senate -- Engineering -- Sophomores * Johnathan Tucker Senate -- Engineering -- Juniors * Justin Jeffrey Brooks * Bethany Hrischuk * Brian Krystek Senate -- Engineering -- Seniors * Jaryd Tehini * Bradley Selzer Senate -- First-Year College -- At-Large * Peter Phillip Christofferson * Dipti Patel Senate -- CHASS -- Sophomores * Jessica Davis * John O'Daniel * Robert Andy Walsh * Kayla Davis Senate -- CHASS -- Juniors * Reagan Gatlin * Lydia Fares * Adam Hughes (Facebook Group) * Jaquelyn Smith * Riley Jason Hayes (Facebook Group) Senate -- CHASS -- Seniors * Lauren Demanovich * Teresa Heath Senate -- Management -- At-Large * Lynn Clark * James Cronin III * Dennis Martin * Adam Taylor * Nathaniel Royer * Jamell Culler Senate -- Natural Resources -- At-Large * Hanna Willoughby Senate -- PAMS -- At-Large * Patrick Devore * Edward King Senate -- Textiles -- At-Large Senate -- First Year Graduate * Nithyananthan Poosamani Senate -- Veterinary Medicine -- At-Large Senate -- Life-long Education -- At-Large Senate -- First Year Undergraduate Student Centers Board of Directors * Brianne Bower * Sarah Wood * Maxwell Strickland * Jacob Dekker * Matthew Jackson * Matthew Barnhill * Jonathon C. Smith * Ashley Wagner * Matthew Sprouse Student Media Board of Directors * Paul McCauley * John Bullard * Al McArthur * Dao Xuan Nguyen"

I can't find the Ds & the Rs. Please someone tell me who to vote for.

[Edited on March 23, 2010 at 5:28 PM. Reason : .]

3/23/2010 5:27:36 PM

3/23/2010 5:33:05 PM

I'd vote for Matthew Woodward just to add to the already confusion with Chancellors Jim Woodward and Randy Woodson.

But in the end I think I'd vote for anybody with the last name of "Lego."

3/23/2010 6:26:25 PM

Who's the least douchey?

3/23/2010 8:05:36 PM

Now we can finally get those Obamacare-loving hippies out of office! What did the current group of comrades do to stop the socialist agenda from taking over NC State?

Show them who's really boss, or they're going to rape all the women on East Campus who can't get access to a firearm to defend themselves and then force them to get abortions, paid for on the taxpayer dime.

Come on, now's the time for NC State to rally and make your voices heard. Vote!

3/23/2010 8:15:14 PM

Not that anyone takes these elections too seriously, but I am trying to get a feel for the candidates. Only 4 of the student body president campaigns have all of the following 1) a campaign website 2) a facebook group 3) 400+ supporters on said facebook group

Here are the campaign pics & about me sections for those 4 candidates:

Matthew Woodward:

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"My name is Matt Woodward and I want to be your next Student Body President. As an Applied Sociology major within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, I understand the value and support the mission of NC State as a land grant institution. Upon entering the Wolfpack community, I found myself diving into numerous leadership roles. My freshman year I was appointed by the chancellor to the Campus Culture Task Force, a committee created after the Free Expression Tunnel incident on November 8th, 2009. Working with the administration and with Student Government, as a signatory on R 36, Free Expression Tunnel Response Act., I began to understand how our university operates. Serving with SBP Dawkins on the Chancellors Liaison group allowed me to recognize the large role student leaders play in advocating for change. My leadership also carried me to the Student Centers Board of Directors (BOD) where I successfully passed a student body referendum in hopes of improving the way we advocate for the over 450 student organizations represented by the BOD. Before beginning my sophomore year at State I was privileged with attending the LeaderShape Institute through CSLEPS, reaffirming the value of integrity in my life. I was later interested in learning how large events are programmed on campus, which brought me to a leadership position within the Union Activities Board. Working to ensure events like Wolfpack Welcome Week and a managing budget over $40,000 to put on programs such as, I Heart Female Orgasm, taught me many programming skills. My leadership around campus was later recognized when I was selected as a semi-finalist for the Leader of the Pack award. In the future I see myself working directly with students on a University's campus. It was not until I was selected as a NASPA Undergraduate Fellow that I begun to realize the complexities of student affairs at NC State. I have a passion for advocacy work and a vision for change. Further, my strengths would allow me to bring a positive, new energy to the campus and I hope you will elect me your next Student Body President. Matthew Woodward"

Video:
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1285640853562&oid=347241673942




Scott Goldsmith

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"My name is Scott Goldsmith and I'll be running for Student Body President this spring. I am currently pursuing a double major in Political Science and Philosophy, with a concentration in ethics. As a student at NC State I've seen how far we've come as a university but I also realize how much further we still have to go. I believe my time living, learning, and growing with everyone here at NCSU has offered me several opportunities to realize what you, my fellow classmates, need most in a Student Body President."

Charles McDowell

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"I am a Junior in Political Science at NC State from North Davidson High School, where I played football. I have actively been involved in the College Republicans, my fraternity Kappa Alpha Order and other organizations (including Student Government) all over campus and all over the community. As your Student Body President, I will be able to draw from my many, wide ranging and meaningful experiences in order to represent your interests responsibly, as well as being able to make the hard call when necessary. I look forward to a new administration that properly represents and involves students in every aspect of Student Government and decisions affecting you. Go Pack!"

Kelly Hook

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"Who is Kelly Hook? The most important thing to know about me, as it pertains to this election, is that I get things done. I represent you and will seek to find out your concerns and then work with you and others to address them. I am currently a junior majoring in Political Science and Creative Writing with a minor in theatre. My first and second year at State I was a Student Senator and Leadership Development Chairman. This year I am the Chief of Staff for the current Student Body President and the project head for the Howl for Haiti relief effort. The SBP constantly deals with the administration and I have spent three years fostering those relationships which will enable me to be effective from the start. I will truly work hard to improve our University and ensure that everyone has the chance to be included in the process."

[Edited on April 1, 2010 at 5:34 PM. Reason : .]

4/1/2010 5:33:17 PM

Pirate captain for president!!

I remember when all the SG douches were so upset when they realized that half the student population did not give a fuck about student body president and would vote for the novelty of the pirate captain.

4/1/2010 10:51:45 PM

FUCKING ROFL

CHES is going to change the face of athletics so we can WIN

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"WIN GAMES! I am tired of NC State Athletics not measuring up to fellow ACC teams especially when we have better facilities, fans, financial support. I will make sure those responsible for our mediocre success, at that, are asked to move along so talented, experienced, and motivated coaches and staff are hired to give us RESULTS!"

SG blows and will continue to blow.

4/1/2010 11:04:08 PM

As far as I can tell, only one student senate president candidate bothered to set up a campaign website:

http://www.wix.com/smc2390/Sarah4SSP

Sarah Center

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"I am Sarah Center and I am currently a Sophomore in the College of Education. This past year I have represented the College of Education in our Student Senate and served as both the Public Affairs Committee chair and the Senate Secretary. I am also heavily involved in the College of Education both on the Education Council and as an Ambassador. Student Senate has been established to let the voices of the students be heard throughout the University. As Student Senate President, I would be dedicated to ensuring that all Senators are held accountable and are adequately representing their constituents. For more details check out the rest of my webpage, feel free to leave comments or contact me!"

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" Students Student Senates job is to represent the students. I want to bring Senate back to the student level and get everyone involved in the decision making process. Accountability I want to see Student Senators be held more accountable for representing their constituents. One way of doing this is helping Senators to set up Town Council meetings within their colleges where they discuss any legislation pending in Senate. Retention As many of you have seen this year, Senator retention is a very big issue for Student Senate. Students cannot be adequately represented if they do not have a representative. I plan to incorporate more team and leadership building opportunities into Student Senate an holding one-on-one monthly meetings with Senators to keep everyone on the same page Accessibility Student Senate is here for the students, so it should be accessible by them! I plan to set aside an hour every week where I, along with any other senators, will be on campus at a Port City Java or other central location for students to bring us their ideas. Based on student involvement the time periods may change. Honesty It is Student Senate's responsibility honestly support the views of their constituents and not their own personal views. I want to bring more groups into Senate to present on what they do and broaden the horizons of Senator's so they can make informed votes."

Likewise only one Student Body Treasurer candidate has a website that I can find:

http://www4.ncsu.edu/~elbryson/

Buddy Bryson

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"Hello! I am Buddy Bryson. I am currently a sophomore in the College of Humanities and Social Science majoring in Sociology and minoring in Non-Profit Studies. While here on campus, I have been a part of many different organizations, both in CALS and CHASS. This year I have served as Treasurer of the CALS Agri-Life Council and the NC State Collegiate 4-H President. Also last year I was elected to a term as the North Carolina 4-H Honor Club Executive Board and I am currently serving as their Treasurer. This year I have continued my work in serving all of these offices as well as representing CHASS as a Student Senator and working on the Academics Committee. Student Senate here at NC State is one of the best in the state, and I feel very lucky to be a part of this great institution. When considering coming to NC State, I had always heard that you are just a number at this University. But after coming here on a tour, I fell in love with this campus and the welcoming atmosphere that it seems to always have. I learned just how unique NC State from its curriculum to students; from its campus to its community, and that is the best quality that I believe we should highlight about this University. I have a very strong passion to make sure this University receives the credit that it deserves. I do not look at NC State as a University, but a second home where I am able to receive the best education in the state of North Carolina."

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"As the Treasurer for North Carolina State University's Student Government I intend to work with the Senate to make sure that your money does not go to some superfluous cause but rather towards materials and events that will benefit you, the students most. I will also devote my time to working with the students, listening to your ideas and apprehensions about any current and future monetary expenditures. As communication is a vital part of any government I am always accessible to anyone with ideas of concerns. And I will keep the students informed of what is happening with their funds help explain any confusions or misconceptions there might be about it. I have a good deal of experience with being a Treasurer and know my way around the books, so to speak. There is always something new to learn but being a quick study allows me to adapt to new challenges in a heartbeat."

[Edited on April 2, 2010 at 1:17 AM. Reason : .]

4/2/2010 1:08:06 AM

Kelly Hook has my muthafukn vote.

4/2/2010 2:53:38 AM

this thread brings out the funnies

4/2/2010 8:27:34 AM

I have to ask why ^^^ is posting on them instead of the candidates coming and endorsing TWW?

TWW in 0'10

4/2/2010 11:25:08 AM

You make a good point. TWW has been a NCSU student institution for a decade now. And we have a forum section dedicated to exactly this sort of conversation. I've sent out some invites to a few candidates to come participate, maybe say a little more about their experiences and what they stand for, and possibly take a few questions. We'll see if we get any takers.

4/3/2010 10:51:17 PM

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"marko: I'd vote for Matthew Woodward just to add to the already confusion with Chancellors Jim Woodward and Randy Woodson. "

Hahaha. Thanks man. I actually hoped that this year I would get something free because I have the same last name as our current Chancellor. Nope. Coolest thing that happened - accidentally got his mail.

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"Spontaneous: Who's the least douchey?"

HAHAHA. Great question. Email me and I'll tell you who the most douchey is. matt4sbp@gmail.com

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"OldBlueChair: FUCKING ROFL CHES is going to change the face of athletics so we can WIN "

I have been worried that people were not going to see through ridiculous campaign promises designed to make you feel passionate. Way to call B.S.

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"Supplanter: You make a good point. TWW has been a NCSU student institution for a decade now. And we have a forum section dedicated to exactly this sort of conversation. I've sent out some invites to a few candidates to come participate, maybe say a little more about their experiences and what they stand for, and possibly take a few questions. We'll see if we get any takers. "

I'm here - feel free to ask me questions. I'm new to TWW - so I am not sure if it sends me notifications if someone directly asks me something. But, if you want a direct response, feel free to email me at matt4sbp@gmail or check out my website at http://matt4sbp.com.

4/3/2010 11:23:21 PM

Thanks for participating Matt. I hope some of the others take me up on the invitation offer too.

If elected will you keep TWW informed on the major goings on of the Student Gov?

4/4/2010 12:11:08 AM

Matt, you do not have any photos online to judge your attractiveness.

4/4/2010 12:32:00 AM

^If only someone had posted candidate photos earlier in thread

4/4/2010 12:43:15 AM

no shit. ive seen that one...

its also the only one on his website

it is of little assistance

[Edited on April 4, 2010 at 12:47 AM. Reason : ]

4/4/2010 12:46:34 AM

Hey you guys. My name is Buddy Bryson, I am running for the office of Student Body Treasurer. Just a little about me. I am a rising Junior in Sociology and Political Science with a minor in Non-Profit Studies. I believe Jake Gellar-Goad gave a pretty good synopsis of my campaign platform and background. Please let me know if you have any questions for me!

Thanks Jake for putting this together!

Buddy

4/4/2010 12:56:01 AM

LOL @ candidates joining TWW just to gain support (at least i waited until after getting elected to ever post about SG:message_topic.aspx?topic=519967&page=3#11442731

TWW's hold over student government died with TGD

BTW, Elmo dropped out of the treasurer race, and I think he endorsed Buddy.

Also, I've seen Kelly Hook's hats everywhere, but only on drunk frat boys. Personally I think she's a cool chick, but not SBP material. She would have been better off running for senate president, because I don't think any of the three running are worth it. She would have had my vote there, but not likely for SBP.

JACKLEG #1!

4/4/2010 2:09:47 AM

Yeah, we don't have the same voting influence we used to when this board was larger & fewer members had graduated, but still how many NCSU related student politics forums are there? And these candidates aren't joining unprompted, I've been busy sending out invites

4/4/2010 3:01:05 AM

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" Supplanter Thanks for participating Matt. I hope some of the others take me up on the invitation offer too. If elected will you keep TWW informed on the major goings on of the Student Gov? "

Definitely - Actually I would like to work to innovate some new communication ideas. Maybe a video blog. What do you think?

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" OldBlueChair Matt, you do not have any photos online to judge your attractiveness. "

Check out my facebook group http://bit.ly/cTPe5H to see pictures of me - just make sure your voting for more than just looks.. we learned that lesson the hard way

4/4/2010 4:44:33 AM

if jay dawkins ran again somehow i'd vote for him. because he isn't kelly's pretty and nice so she has my vote.

4/4/2010 7:57:11 AM

Hello! Please feel free to email me any questions/concerns at kmhook@ncsu.edu. My full platform is on MentalityShift.com.

Thank you,
Kelly Hook

4/4/2010 12:03:18 PM

I read that link as "MaternityShift" at first

4/4/2010 1:27:49 PM

This is pathetic.

4/5/2010 12:11:30 AM

4/5/2010 10:46:00 PM

I've been browsing and joining some of these facebook groups. Just got a message from the Woodward group (one of the ppl who participated in this thread) mentioning a few endorsements.

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"I further support Will Lamb for UAB President and Sarah Center for Student Senate President."

4/5/2010 11:15:17 PM

do you have a video about it?

4/5/2010 11:23:26 PM

Sure, if you want:

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1285640853562&oid=347241673942

4/5/2010 11:40:26 PM

I vote we somehow get TGD back at State and make him both SBP and SSP... and manage to delegate all his duties

4/6/2010 12:39:05 AM

POST YOUR WRITE-INS

4/6/2010 1:18:58 AM

Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck FTW

4/6/2010 1:24:09 AM

HOOPS MALONE

FOR PUBLIC DEFENDER

4/6/2010 1:28:47 AM

Here was my ballot. In a few cases I was voting for who seemed like the most qualified. In many cases there wasn't much to go on though. So if I had to decide who would and who wouldn't get shit done between someone who bothered to set up a website and someone who didn't, I went for website person. And anyone who came to tdub went right to the top of the list. There were several cases where you had to rank everybody, and I only knew about 1 or 2 people, so some of the lower ranking is pretty arbitrary. And there were some sections I left it blank because I knew absolutely nothing.

Student Body President
1 Matt Woodward
2 Kelly Hook
3 Matt Gromlich
4 Scott Goldsmith
5 Jimmy Dieffenderfer
6 Zachary Lego
7 Ches McDowell

Student Senate President
1 Sarah Center
2 Michael Robinson
3 Stephen Kouba

Student Body Treasurer
1 Buddy Bryson
2 Kyle O Donnell

Student Body Chief Justice
1 Diana Tingen
2 Monica Noble

Student Body Public Defender

Student Centers President

Union Activities Board President
1 Will Lamb
2 Scott Richardson
3 Ridhdhi Mehta
4 Kenny ObiOnuoha

Student Senator Graduate School
1 Nithyananthan Poosamani

Student Centers Board of Directors
1 Matthew Sprouse
2 Ashley Wagner
3 Sarah Wood
4 Matthew Barnhill
5 Jonathon C Smith
6 Brianne Bower
7 Matthew Jackson

Student Media Board of Directors
1 Paul McCauley
2 Dao Xuan Nguyen
3 Jaryd Tehini
4 John Bullard
5 Al McArthur

4/6/2010 2:40:24 PM

What a terrible ballot...

4/6/2010 6:30:55 PM

congrats to kelly on the win, at least she's a TGD deciple.

on a side note, it looks like I remain the only person to ever be elected as public defender haha

4/7/2010 10:03:11 AM

Got my top choice on treasurer, UAB Pres which at least during undergrad was the only piece of student gov with any real power/effectiveness, and second choice on Pres, and well as doing pretty well down the rest of the ballot. I liked the ranking system.

Full election results here:
http://www.technicianonline.com/news/student-body-elections-results-posted-early-wednesday-morning-1.2213979

Congrats President Hook!!!

With a name like that may you serve us at least as well as the Pirate Captain ever did.

On a side note, how many SBPs can you all remember? I remember Tony Caravano and Pirate Captain from my undergrad days.

4/7/2010 10:54:10 AM

tony, pirate will quick, bobby mills, jay dawkins, jim, kelly

4/7/2010 8:53:53 PM