My name is Antony, and I’m running for Class President because I’ve lived the same exhausting cycle you’re in — the 8-week sprint, the constant dread of withdrawal deadlines, the blur of clinicals and theory courses, the short “breaks” that feel more like recovery periods than actual rest, and the nagging feeling that our voices get lost in a system built for efficiency rather than for students.
I don’t want the title for my resume.
I want it because I believe small, consistent changes can make our days less draining and our programs more humane. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re just surviving semester after semester — whether you’re in Cycle 1 or Cycle 2 — this campaign is for you.
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Here are 15 detailed, realistic, and actionable reasons to cast your vote for me:
- I will push for longer and more predictable breaks between sessions
Right now, the typical break between 8-week sessions is only 1 week (sometimes less depending on holidays). That barely gives time to decompress, catch up on sleep, or prepare for the next block. I will advocate for a minimum 10–14 day buffer where feasible and work with administration to publish clearer break calendars so we can actually plan life around them. - Better visibility and reminders for critical dates
The academic calendar is buried in PDFs and easy to miss. Withdrawal deadlines sneak up fast, and missing one can mean a failing grade or lost tuition. If elected, I will create and maintain a shared, color-coded Google Calendar (Cycle 1 & Cycle 2 versions) and send weekly digest emails/text reminders for every upcoming deadline, holiday adjustment, and early-end course (like NR-452 capstone or NR-103). - Stronger mental health support during peak stress periods
Week 6–8 of every session is brutal — exams, capstones, clinical paperwork, and burnout hit at once. I will lobby for “wellness checkpoints” in the final week of each session: no new major assignments, optional virtual study rooms with peer support, pop-up counseling hours, and a formal “no-judgment” extension policy for documented mental-health needs. - More flexible attendance and absence policies
Rigid attendance rules punish students who work night shifts, have long commutes from outer boroughs, or face family/health emergencies. I will collect anonymized student stories and formally propose expanded excused-absence categories (including work-related conflicts) and a streamlined process for submitting documentation without penalty to your grade. - Organized study-group matching and virtual/in-person support
Many students feel isolated — especially in online-heavy or hybrid courses. I will run a simple sign-up form at the start of each session to match people by course, cycle, and preferred study style (Zoom groups, in-person meetups at campus lounges, or text-based accountability pods). The goal: no one has to study alone if they don’t want to. - Improved campus food, lounge access, and study spaces
Between 12-hour clinical days and late-night study sessions, we rely on vending machines and overpriced coffee. I will survey students on food preferences and push for extended lounge hours, more healthy grab-and-go options, better seating in common areas, and student input on what gets stocked in campus cafes or vending machines. - Real-time, anonymous mid-session course feedback
End-of-course evaluations come too late to help us during the current block. I will launch short, anonymous Google Forms mid-session (week 3–4) for every course, compile the most common concerns (pacing, workload, clarity of instructions), and deliver summarized, actionable feedback directly to course coordinators and program directors. - Earlier and clearer notification of any schedule changes
Last-minute room changes, instructor swaps, or clinical rescheduling create unnecessary stress. I will demand a policy requiring at least 7–10 days’ advance notice for non-emergency changes, plus a dedicated email/text alert system so no one misses an update. - Free or heavily subsidized printing, scanning, and copy access
Printing care plans, clinical paperwork, APA-formatted papers, and study guides adds up quickly — especially when you need multiple copies. I will negotiate for a meaningful free-printing quota per student (or very low per-page cost) and more reliable on-campus printers/scanners. - Clearer, program-specific withdrawal and refund charts
The phrase “the last day to withdraw and receive a refund varies” is too vague. I will work with the registrar’s office to publish simple, easy-to-read tables showing exact refund deadlines by program (BSN, MSN, DNP, MPAS) and session start date — posted on the student portal and in every syllabus. - A living “Cycle Survival Guide” updated each semester
New and returning students often miss key program-specific details. I will create and maintain a short, downloadable PDF guide for each cycle (withdrawal dates, capstone rules, NR-103/NR-452 notes, common pitfalls, advisor contacts) and update it every semester based on student feedback. - Low-pressure, flexible student events that actually fit our schedules
Most social events are scheduled during prime study or clinical hours. I will organize short, optional activities — coffee meetups between sessions, 30-minute virtual game nights, quick campus walks, or “study & snack” hours — timed around our 8-week rhythm so everyone can participate without guilt. - Support for students balancing work, family, and school
A large number of our students work healthcare jobs (night shifts, per diem, full-time). I will collect anonymized stories about scheduling conflicts and advocate for more flexible clinical placement options, recognition of work-related absences, and clearer communication about how employment impacts attendance policies. - Inclusive holiday and observance recognition
Not every student celebrates the same holidays. I will push for better advance notice when classes are affected and more inclusive acknowledgment of major cultural, religious, and personal observances so no one feels invisible or forced to choose between faith/family and school. - I will actually listen — and prove it with transparency
If elected, I will hold monthly open forums (virtual + in-person options) and publish short summaries afterward: what was discussed, what I brought to administration, and what changed (or why it didn’t). No empty promises — just consistent follow-through.
I know the schedule is intense. I know the pressure never really lets up.
But I also know that small improvements — better communication, a little more flexibility, real student input — can make the difference between surviving and actually thriving.
