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LIVE coverage begins Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m. EST.
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2014 Candidate Information & Speeches
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Individual candidate speeches will be posted following our election coverage Monday night.
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[column size="1-2"] JESSICA PETRILLO
"As your Student Body President, I plan to continue contributing much of my time to making this University and its students the best they can be. I hope to give my peers a greater voice in the constantly evolving Elon community, while ensuring they have the resources to do so."
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[column size="1-2"] JOSEPH INCORVIA
"Elon has given me the opportunity to pursue my aspirations and help others in their endeavors. As Student Body President, I promise to always be a representative you can trust and count on while continuing the work SGA has been doing to provide an Elon everyone can prosper at."
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[column size="1-2"] BRYAN KOZIN
"If I am to be elected Vice President, I promise to lead. I will apply my skills and drive to the organization and student body."
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[column size="1-2"] AVERY STEADMAN
"If elected Executive Treasurer, If elected Executive Treasurer, I will use my prior experiences on SGA as class Treasurer in order to be a trustworthy and well-informed allocator of student activity funds."
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[column size="1-2"] MATTHEW CREHAN
"If elected, I plan to work to make Homecoming 2014 bigger and better than this year. I promise to listen to the student body's ideas and hopefully make them happen. I'm looking forward to a successful year as your Student Body Secretary."
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[column size="1-2"] SARAH PAILLE-JANSA
"In my (almost) three years at Elon, there has been no challenge, commitment, or reward greater than that during my time on SGA. I am endlessly grateful for my past experiences and look forward for all there is to come for the class of 2015."
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[column size="1-2"] YASHVI PATEL
"Hello, my name is Yashvi and I want to be your Senior Class Vice President. I'm a student worker at the Numen Luman Pavillion for the Truitt Center, and am used to working with diverse individuals. I've learned to make unbiased decisions through my past experiences. I will utilize these skills as Vice President of the Senior Class to make all voices heard."
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[column size="1-2"] JOSHUA KAUFMANN
"As an experienced SGA senator I am committed to articulating the social and academic concerns of the rising senior class while ensuring individual wellbeing. My passions include contributing to meaningful discussions, raising my voice when necessary, and providing an accessible atmosphere that students find approachable and comfortable."
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[column size="1-2"] JENNIFER LAUTERBACH
"As Senior Class Treasurer, I would like to represent my peers and aid in the allocation of funds to various students and groups on Elon's campus."
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[column size="1-2"] SEAN BARRY
"My love for Elon is the driving force that pushes me to think of new ideas that will improve our campus. I want to represent the class of 2016 by using my leadership experiences and listening carefully to the needs of students so we can see the changes that you want on campus."
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[column size="1-2"] BOBBY KING
"The class of 2016 needs a strong voice to amplify their concerns on campus. As Junior Class President, I will effectively, and clearly communicate our concerns."
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[column size="1-2"] CASH ARMSTRONG
"As a student and a citizen I value recycling, this basic act is virtually nonexistent on Elon's campus sadly. If elected I will work hard to incentivize recycling at Elon by making it more convenient and accessible."
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[column size="1-2"] RUTH ROBINSON
"Having served on the senate in the past, I have the experience and sincere desire to represent the class of 2016 as Junior Class Senator. I plan to act as the messenger and the voice for my peers so that we can improve the overall Elon community."
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[column size="1-2"] KYLE PORRO
"It was my privilege to have served as the First Year Vice President these past semesters. With the experience and connections I have made, I am ready to take on a bigger role as Sophomore President and make the changes that we, as a class, feel are necessary."
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[column size="1-2"] FREDDY SUPPES
"To my fellow classmates, I feel that I am a worthy candidate to be your Sophomore Class Vice President. I am currently in the position of class president, and would like nothing more than to continue to represent you, my classmates and friends."
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[column size="1-2"] MARK MCGANN
"As a returning senator, I know exactly what the job as class treasurer entails. And I promise to fulfill these rolls to above and beyond standards. I am a team player rather than a lone wolf. I will report to my executive treasurer and class president in any delegations."
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[column size="1-2"] ELYSE RUPPERT
"With one year of Elon SGA experience under my belt, I will continue to proudly serve and represent my constituents to the best of my ability. Go Phoenix!"
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[column size="1-2"] VASHTI SHIWMANGAL
"Hi! My name is Vashti and I'm from Florida. I'm running for secretary due to my organizational skills, friendliness, reliability, and determination in improving communication between SGA and class of 2017. I promise to record and represent your opinions fairly and accurately. I'd be honored to hold this position!"
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[column size="1-2"] SHELBY ALLEN
"Serving as the Freshmen Class Secretary for the 2013-2014 academic year has provided me the opportunity to truly immerse myself into the many duties that SGA is responsible for at Elon. I would be honored to use my experience in serving again and continuing to be a voice for my class."
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[column size="1-2"] BRETT HUNTLEY
"Having been Student Body Vice President of my high school, I am not only prepared, but also willing to dedicate my time to SGA. I hope to proudly represent the class of 2017 as one of the senators while also contributing to decision making on behalf of our class."
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[column size="1-2"] MARK SCHENK
"As Senator, I would represent our class as a whole and put its interests far above that of myself or any single individual. My eagerness to improve our overall Elon experience and passion for community involvement ensures that I will be a firm and resolute voice within the SGA community."
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[column size="1-2"] KELSEA JOHNSON
"As class senator, I will make your voice heard as we continue our Elon journey. As an experienced leader and volunteer both on and off campus, it would be my pleasure to serve as class senator and enhance the engaged academic and social experience we love about Elon!"
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