Upcoming student government elections

Get to know the candidates for student government. With elections approaching, find out who’s running and why they want your vote.

Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 5. Polls will be open in the Milo Bail Student Center, Criss Library and Mammel Hall from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Students can also vote through an email link or  online at sguno.unomaha.edu.Results will be announced that evening in the Milo Bail Student Center Fireplace Lounge.

President

Name: Martha Spangler

Three issues concerned with: Student-run online teacher evaluation resource, additional food service options, improve student support for athletics.

Vice President

Name: Ben Kaipust

Three issues concerned with: Student-run online teacher evaluation resource, additional food service options, improve student support for athletics.

Arts and Science College

Available seats: 5

Name: Tyler Anderson (not pictured)

Three issues concerned with: Lack of school identity.

Name: Allen Bentley

Major: Political Science

Year: Junior

Why we should vote: I am running for re-election for Arts & Sciences Senator because the voices of the UNO students deserve to be heard. I want to continue strengthening those voices. After all, this is our school. What we say matters. I believe that is sometimes forgotten. I'm here to remind everyone that we are more than just a collection of students. WE are UNO. While our stories aren't always similar, at the end of the day we share a common goal. That goal is to cross that stage, get that degree, and better ourselves, our futures, and the future generations to come.

Three issues concerned with: North campus meal plan, campus security and installing a house of faith on campus for all religions.

Name: Amanda Chapin

Three issues concerned with: Education opportunities, parking, health food options.

Name: Hannah Fus

Major: Psychology

Year: Sophomore

Three issues concerned with: Increased student involvement on campus, recycling.

Name: Jennifer Gauhari (not pictured)

Major: Psychology

Year: Sophomore

Why we should vote: I believe I can make a difference for our school. My goal is to help the students create better connections within their dorms, classes, and majors.

Three issues concerned with: Parking, class availability, student networking events.

Name: Mnirnal Maudhoo

Three issues concerned with: Parking, safety, campus activities.

Name: Stathi Patseas (not pictured)

Major: Spanish with minor in Political Science

Year: Freshman

Why we should vote: am well informed, conscious of current issues related to our university, and I think I will represent the college of arts and science well.

Three issues concerned with: Campus safety, freedom of expression on campus, parking prices.

Name: Javier Saldana (not pictured)

Three issues concerned with: Tuition cost, Milo Bail Student Center, social event in the middle of the year.

Name: Scott Trickel

Major: Biotechnology

Year: Sophomore

Why we should vote: I’d like to get more involved with the student body and make campus more eco-friendly.

Three issues concerned with: Parking, student fees, sustainability.

Name: Olivia Whittaker

Major: Biology

Year: Freshman

Why we should vote: I believe students should vote for me because I have experience in this position already. I have been one of the senators for the College of Arts and Sciences for this past year and I have several great ideas for next year. I want to improve sustainability on campus by reducing waste from disposable water bottles and I would like to update buildings on campus to improve the educational experience for students.

Three issues concerned with: Bike accessibility, building updates, student involvement in organizations. 

Business Administration College

Available seats: 3

Name: Anna Di Ruocco

Three issues concerned with: Increased hours for campus buildings, more smoke-free areas on campus, awareness of student services.

Name: Theodore Kirkpatrick

Three issues concerned with: Student services, positive change on campus, letting student voice be heard.

Name: TJ Starman (no photo)

Major: Business Management

Year: Freshman

Why we should vote: I am willing to put in the work to leave a lasting impact on UNO

Three issues concerned with: Student facilities, student involvement, student finances and expenses.

Name: Tanner Woslager (no photo)

Major: Banking and Investing

Year: Freshman

Why we should vote: I was the Freshman class senator last semester and served on the sustainability committee. I really enjoyed representing the Freshmen class and would represent the CBA to the best of my abilities.

Three issues concerned with: Student involvement, athletic event attendance, student life on campus.

College of Public Affairs and Community Service

Available seats: 3

Name: Kyle Broich

Major: Aviation

Year: Sophomore

Why we should vote: I take initiative when it comes to getting things done and I want to see even more change on UNO's campus.