Steven Forbes and Jennifer Woolf joined the AUSA Senate recently as the representatives of the freshman class and are eager to start working with the Senate on various reforms.
One of the concerns at the top of Woolf’s list is the university neighbor’s concern about student parties.
“Currently, I am working with other Senate members to devise a plan to resolve this issue, not necessarily by cracking down on people, but by finding a common understanding between students and their community,” Woolf said.
Woolf also has other concerns that she plans to address throughout the year, and is currently working with Angelo Tanner from the DU Programs Board to produce a charity fashion show in the spring quarter.
“I am already working with DUPB on some fun, student-oriented programs,” she added. “I am also addressing the problems many incoming students have had with ‘to-go’ lunches and personal time management.”
Meanwhile, Forbes hopes to focus on the financial aspect of the Senate.
“One of the most important tasks for AUSA’s role in the university is the delegation of funds to student organizations,” Forbes said. “I hope to establish a firm system for this delegation of funds and answer questions that are raised about the distribution of funds. I also hope to help develop student programs that focus on an understanding of diversity within cultures.”
Forbes has begun his work with diversity by working to start an international dinner for cultural understanding. For Woolf, though, the most exciting aspect of the senate is working with her fellow students.
“The best way to communicate with your fellow students is talk to them,” Woolf said. “One of my personal goals is to really get to know my peers and eventually I will understand their concerns.”
Forbes also wants students to feel that the lines of communication are open.
“I intend to keep and open door and mind to any suggestions my constituents may have. However, more importantly, I will make a conscience effort to go to the voters and ask their opinions rather than forcing them to come to me to voice their concerns.”
Woolf and Forbes feel that being involved with student activities will always be part of their lives while at the university.
“I feel that it is crucial for students to be involved in what goes on around them and to contribute to the school’s mentality,” Woolf said.
“I do hope to remain involved with Senate,” Forbes said. “In order to get things done for the school and my constituents I must be willing to put forth more effort than a single year.”
