SGA Elections

Student Government Association (SGA) elections are taking place tomorrow, September 28th, 2021. Candidates have been putting up posters, taking 5 minutes in class to discuss why they are good candidates, handing out flyers, and getting the word out. There are candidates to represent each grade and executive candidates, which represent the student body as a whole.

Running for the SGA office this year will indeed be difficult because, in addition to the regular challenges student government representatives face, such as fundraising and spreading the word about events, they will also have to deal with the effects of COVID-19. School events, like dances, now have to be socially distanced, potentially leading to a decrease in attendees. These events can also show a decline in attendance because of space limitations in the new MAST@FIU building.

Some candidates were asked the following questions:

1. How are you feeling about running for SGA office?

2. Do you feel it will be harder to get things done because of COVID-19?”

Arthur Miranda, a junior, says: “I feel very proud to be running for c/o 2023 President. I have some great ideas on how to improve our school year and have more fun along the way! I also have ideas on how to benefit the student body as a whole, like creating a uniform donation box/used sale selection and composting organic waste. I do think that COVID-19 will be an obstacle throughout this school year. However, with vaccine rates going up, I’m confident that we will be able to enjoy ourselves and make some new memories while still following basic CDC guidelines.”

Silvana Theilkuhl, a senior, says: “I feel pretty good about running; it’s awesome actually being back in person and being able to talk to people again and make plans that could actually happen. Yes, I do think things are gonna be harder because of COVID-19, but I don’t think it’s gonna stop us from having awesome events this year (especially if you vote me for executive secretary).”

Madison Pinder, a junior, says: “It’s always difficult and nerve-racking to run for an SGA position because you’re putting in work to convince others that you’re the best candidate for the job, but in the end, it might not have paid off. With the cooperation of the office, it will be easier to accomplish goals since the whole school is determined to have events after a year and a half in quarantine.”