Student Senate met for their weekly meeting Thursday, Feb.16 at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212.
The meeting began with the Oath of Office for Class of 2023 Representative Olivia Baker.
Moving into Administrative Reports Director of the Office of Student Activities (OSA) and Commuter Engagement Brooke Hollinger reported that the theme for this year’s Mx. Etown will be Etown Original Movies. The event will take place April 21 at 7 p.m. in Leffler Chapel.
OSA trivia movie brunch is now accepting registrations from now until March 3. Trivia teams can be up to seven people. The cost is $5 per student or students can use a meal swipe.
Hollinger also reminded students that all clubs and organizations must go through her for fundraising, whether it be on or off campus.
Associate Dean of Students for Community Living Jenn Crowder reported that the second step of the housing selection process will be in students’ emails by the end of the week.
Crowder also reported that they have filled the position of Area Coordinator for Brinser and Founders. Ashley Blake will begin this position on Monday, Feb. 20.
Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Belonging reported that OSA and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) have partnered together to host a Black History Month Karaoke Night on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. in the KAV. Conrad’s Corner will also be available for those 21 and older.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee and Etown NAACP will be hosting Athletic Jeopardy on Monday, Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. on the first floor of the Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness and Well-being. Prizes will be awarded to top quiz finishers.
Director of Cousling Services and Student Health Bruce Lynch reported that Lancaster General Health Student Health Nurse Kati Frey will have her last day on March 2 in which Maia Gingrich will become the new Student Health Nurse. The phone number, 717-588-1059, will remain the same for getting in contact to schedule an appointment.
Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE) Director Javita Thompson reported that the Campus Shuttle will be going to Belmont Plaza on Fridays, departing the campus at 3 p.m. and returning at 6 p.m. and on Saturdays, departing the campus at 9 a.m. and returning at 1 p.m. Sign ups are required and can be done so through Campus Safety or by the CCCE office.
Moving into class updates, Class of 2026 President Elsa Woodarek reported that the class will be meeting with Stacey Zimmerman this upcoming week to discuss New Student Orientation (NSO). They will also be creating a survey to send out to all first-year students to gain feedback on NSO.
Class of 2025 President Emma Sager reported that the class is working to finalize the proposal to send over to counseling services. They also have worked through all the potential Junior/Senior venues and will be setting up property visits.
Class of 2024 President Abigail Lindsay reported that the class is excited to announce the theme for this year’s Junior/Senior will be “An Enchanted Evening.” The event will take place Saturday, April 15 from 6-11 p.m. at the Lodge at Liberty Forge. Tickets will be $65 each and go on sale March 20-31.
Lindsay also reported that they are meeting with Dining Services to discuss how to move forward with bringing back a campus garden.
Class of 2023 President Brooke Charria reported that on Feb. 21, 22 and 23 seniors have the opportunity to get their photo taken for free for the yearbook, and then the photos will be available for purchase. Students can sign up via the class of 2023 Instagram bio.
Moving into New Business, the two Senate representatives on the Transition Committee presented the most up to date Constitution based on feedback given at the last meeting.
One of the changes made recognizes a Traditions Committee that would consist of two members from each class club. Funding for the committee would come directly from the institution rather than from the proposed Student Assembly, due to the committee not being a part of the Assembly.
The floor was then opened for any questions or suggestions to one again be made.
One of these suggestions include striking the Business Venture committee as the committee is outlining duties already currently done by the Career Development Center.
Many Senators also expressed the want for more class representation in the Assembly, with each class only having four positions and first years having six.
The Transition Committee will be taking these suggestions once again under consideration in order to further develop the Student Assembly Constitution
Student Senate meets weekly on Thursday at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212. Meetings are open to all the campus community.
