In the fast-paced world of higher education, where students juggle demanding course loads, clinical rotations, part-time jobs, family responsibilities, and the constant pressure to perform, student leadership can either feel like an empty title or a genuine force for positive change. Too often, student councils become symbolic—hosting occasional events, posting motivational quotes, and disappearing when real issues arise. I’m running for Student Council President because I refuse to let that happen.
I’m not here to collect votes with vague promises or flashy posters. I’m here because I’ve experienced the same frustrations you have: rigid schedules that leave little room for rest, deadlines that sneak up without warning, feelings of isolation during intense academic blocks, limited access to support during burnout peaks, and a sense that student input rarely leads to meaningful improvements. If elected, I will treat this role as a full-time commitment to listening, organizing, advocating, and delivering small but impactful changes that make daily life easier and more equitable for every student.
Here are 15 detailed, practical, and achievable reasons to place your trust in me as your Student Council President:
- I will advocate for more predictable and meaningful breaks between academic blocks
Current short gaps (often just 5–7 days) leave students exhausted and unable to recharge properly before the next intensive period begins. I will gather data from student surveys and formally propose extending these intervals to a minimum of 10–14 days wherever scheduling allows. This would give everyone a realistic chance to rest, handle personal obligations, or prepare mentally for what comes next—without disrupting the overall academic progression. - Proactive, cycle-specific deadline reminders and visual tools
Important dates—such as withdrawal deadlines, refund windows, early capstone endings, and holiday adjustments—are frequently overlooked because they’re scattered across lengthy documents. If elected, I will create and maintain dual, color-coded calendars (one for each cycle) in an easy-to-access format (Google Calendar, downloadable PDFs, and mobile reminders). Weekly digest emails or opt-in text alerts will highlight upcoming deadlines so no one accidentally loses a course or tuition refund due to a missed date. - Targeted wellness support during the most stressful weeks of each term
The final weeks of every academic block are notorious for burnout—cumulative assignments, exams, clinical documentation, and fatigue collide at once. I will push for structured “wellness checkpoints” in those high-pressure periods: no new major assignments in the last week where possible, optional virtual peer-support rooms, extended counseling availability, and a clear, non-punitive extension policy for students experiencing documented mental-health challenges. - Greater flexibility in attendance and absence policies
Many students balance night-shift healthcare jobs, long commutes across the city, or unexpected family responsibilities. Strict attendance rules often punish real-life circumstances rather than poor effort. I will collect anonymized student experiences and formally propose broader excused-absence categories (including work-related conflicts and transportation issues) with a streamlined, fast documentation process that protects grades while maintaining academic integrity. - Organized, low-pressure study-group matching and peer-support networks
Isolation is a silent struggle for many—especially during online-heavy or hybrid courses and intense clinical blocks. I will run a simple, recurring sign-up form at the beginning of each term to match students by course, cycle, and preferred format (Zoom study groups, in-person campus meetups, or text-based accountability pods). The goal is to ensure no one has to face challenging material completely alone unless they choose to. - Improved access to food, lounge hours, and comfortable study spaces
Long days of classes and clinicals leave little time or budget for healthy meals. Vending machines and limited cafe options aren’t enough. I will conduct student surveys on food preferences and advocate for extended lounge hours, more affordable and nutritious grab-and-go choices, additional charging stations, and better seating arrangements in common areas so students have real places to recharge between commitments. - Mid-term, anonymous feedback loops that lead to real-time improvements
Traditional end-of-course evaluations arrive too late to help during the current term. I will introduce short, anonymous mid-session surveys (around week 3–4) for every course, compile the most frequent concerns (pacing, workload clarity, assignment instructions, communication gaps), and deliver summarized, actionable reports directly to course coordinators and program leadership while the term is still ongoing. - Mandatory advance notice and alerts for any schedule or instructor changes
Sudden room changes, clinical rescheduling, or instructor swaps create chaos, missed content, and unnecessary stress. I will advocate for a clear policy requiring at least 7–10 days’ advance notice for non-emergency changes, supported by a dedicated email/text alert system so every student stays informed without having to constantly check portals. - Free or heavily subsidized printing, scanning, and copying access
Printing clinical paperwork, APA-formatted papers, care plans, and multiple drafts quickly becomes a financial burden. I will negotiate for a meaningful free-printing quota per student (or significantly reduced per-page fees) and ensure more reliable on-campus printers and scanners are available and maintained. - Clear, visual withdrawal and refund guides tailored to every program
Vague language around refund deadlines creates confusion and financial stress. I will collaborate with the registrar’s office to produce simple, one-page visual charts showing exact refund windows by program (BSN, MSN, DNP, MPAS) and session start date—distributed via email, posted on the student portal, and included in every course syllabus. - A continuously updated “Student Survival Guide” for each cycle
New and returning students frequently miss critical program-specific details. I will create and maintain concise, downloadable guides for each cycle—covering key dates, withdrawal rules, program-specific notes (e.g., capstone, NR-103, NR-452), common pitfalls, advisor contacts—and refresh them every semester based on real student input. - Flexible, schedule-respecting social and community-building events
Most student events conflict with clinical hours or peak study times. I will organize short, optional, low-commitment activities—coffee meetups between sessions, 30-minute virtual game nights, quick campus walks, “study & snack” hours—timed to fit around the 8-week sprint rhythm so everyone can participate without sacrificing grades or rest. - Stronger advocacy for students balancing work, family, and academics
A large portion of students work healthcare jobs (night shifts, per diem, full-time) while studying. I will collect anonymized stories about scheduling conflicts and formally advocate for more flexible clinical placement options, clearer recognition of work-related absences, and improved communication about how employment intersects with attendance and performance policies. - Inclusive and proactive recognition of diverse holidays and observances
Not every student observes the same cultural or religious holidays. I will push for earlier advance notice when classes are affected and more thoughtful acknowledgment of major observances so no one feels forced to choose between faith, family traditions, and academic responsibilities. - Consistent listening, transparency, and visible follow-through
If elected, I will hold monthly open forums (virtual + in-person options) and publish short, public summaries afterward: what students raised, what actions I took with administration/faculty, and what changed (or why progress is taking longer). You will always know your voice is being heard and acted on—no empty promises, no disappearing after the election.
I understand the intensity of this academic environment. I know the exhaustion, the pressure, and the feeling that small frustrations are rarely addressed.
But I also believe that consistent advocacy, better communication, and genuine student input can transform “just get through it” into “we’re building something better together.”
If you want a Class President who truly gets the daily reality of our schedules, respects how hard you’re working, and will show up every single session to push for practical improvements, I’m asking for your vote.
