February = SGA Elections

February is rounding the corner as January seemed to come and go in the blink of an eye. I knew I would be busy, but January really threw me for a loop! In one month I have been forced back into life in Morgantown and a new and final semester of school. I have studied for graduate entrance tests and applied for what seems like endless graduate schools, senior awards, and grants…not to mention starting a new job, and moving into a new house!

And as February approaches, I am reminded of Student Government elections. I have never gone through February at WVU without taking part of a SGA campaign and election, and it is truly bittersweet.

I am excited for the candidates as they scramble to get together election packets, and as tickets form and organize – labeling thousands of pieces of candy, and painting bed sheets, and putting together their best platform ideas to improve West Virginia University. I am excited for those who take part in the entire election and campaign process. Win or lose – you learn so much about yourself and about interacting with others. It is truly a learning experience, one of which the journey is much more rewarding than the destination.

I am also looking forward to actually sleeping in February, and never having to ask anyone to vote for me!

I wish each and every student who is planning to run for an elected position best of luck, and give the advice to talk to the students and make personal connections. I also encourage each student at WVU to vote in the elections, if for no other reason, than the fact that you have no idea how much time, effort, and energy goes into running a competitive campaign! So come mid-February, do your research on the candidates, talk to the candidates, and make a well-informed vote!