Revitalizing Transit Discussion
From September to May, UBC student ridership is the largest user of Translink's services. But every commuter student has had full busses—sometimes several—pass them by on the way to school, or had to wait an eternity for a bus to get home. Previous discussions regarding improving transit for computer students have not been particularly effective: we've seen proposals ranging from extending Skytrain lines further west to UBC, to underground bus loops, to light rail down the Broadway corridor, and everything in between.
Transit is a thorny issue with many important voices to be heard, and I believe we have yet to find the ideal solution. I will encourage effective discussion and consultation to find a way to get students to and from campus with the littlest hassle possible.
Representation on Capital Projects for Students and Alumni
Building construction is a constant at UBC; every day it seems another development permit is issued or another section of fencing is erected. In the past few years, the administration has begun to dramatically increase the number of alumni and student representatives involved in governance discussions and building design, and this has yielded some of the best-used and beautiful spaces on campus. This is an extremely positive trend, but is not yet encoded in university policies: I believe that involving as many stakeholders as possible is of utmost importance and look to see it concretely established in the university's code.
Recognition for Extracurricular Contributions
Many students have participated in a club, an exchange, or other extracurricular activity sometime during their degree. The experiences and learning gained from these activities can sometimes be even more valuable than sitting in a lecture hall. I think that students should be recognized for their achievements and contributions outside the classroom. The Enriched Educational Experiences (E3s) program, part of UBC's Place and Promise, aims to do just that and is still in its planning phases, where an effective student voice could be most influential. I would look to champion the program from a student perspective.
From September to May, UBC student ridership is the largest user of Translink's services. But every commuter student has had full busses—sometimes several—pass them by on the way to school, or had to wait an eternity for a bus to get home. Previous discussions regarding improving transit for computer students have not been particularly effective: we've seen proposals ranging from extending Skytrain lines further west to UBC, to underground bus loops, to light rail down the Broadway corridor, and everything in between.
Transit is a thorny issue with many important voices to be heard, and I believe we have yet to find the ideal solution. I will encourage effective discussion and consultation to find a way to get students to and from campus with the littlest hassle possible.
Representation on Capital Projects for Students and Alumni
Building construction is a constant at UBC; every day it seems another development permit is issued or another section of fencing is erected. In the past few years, the administration has begun to dramatically increase the number of alumni and student representatives involved in governance discussions and building design, and this has yielded some of the best-used and beautiful spaces on campus. This is an extremely positive trend, but is not yet encoded in university policies: I believe that involving as many stakeholders as possible is of utmost importance and look to see it concretely established in the university's code.
Recognition for Extracurricular Contributions
Many students have participated in a club, an exchange, or other extracurricular activity sometime during their degree. The experiences and learning gained from these activities can sometimes be even more valuable than sitting in a lecture hall. I think that students should be recognized for their achievements and contributions outside the classroom. The Enriched Educational Experiences (E3s) program, part of UBC's Place and Promise, aims to do just that and is still in its planning phases, where an effective student voice could be most influential. I would look to champion the program from a student perspective.