Purple & White

The Official Publication of the Capital University Student Government Third General Assembly

A Message From Your President

By Michael Heitzman, ‘03
Student Government President

As we celebrate Homecoming weekend and the Inauguration of President Fredrickson, Student Government welcomes our Alumni, parents and Cap Family to campus! We are also proud to bring you the first issue of Purple & White.

Purple and White, the official publication of Student Government, highlights current initiatives, accomplishments, and important information relevant to students, faculty, staff, and alumni. It will be published quarterly in the Chimes. This publication will keep the Capital Community informed of issues that pertain to them.

Student Government continues to build relationships with senior administration, focus our goals, and meet the needs of student's everyday. Let us know what we can do for you.

Vice-President Up-Date

By Kim Simpson, ‘04
Student Government Vice-President

One of Student Government's goals this year is for students to know what their Student Government does for them during the school year. One way that Student Government will do this is via the Internet starting in October.

Our new web page will include monthly updates of meeting minutes, meeting agendas and dockets, current student initiatives, and upcoming events.

You will also have the chance to fill out student input forms to keep Student Government informed of what the needs are of the students. Student Government related articles that you may have missed in The Chimes and the Purple & White will also be available.

We would like to thank the Public Relations Office and the Student Activities Office for all of their cooperation and help on this process.

A Note From the Speaker:

By Brandi Braun, ‘03
Student Government Speaker

Student Government is off to a great start for the 2002-2003 academic year. Both the Student Senate and the Executive Branch have defined their roles, responsibilities, and goals at fall retreats, and all members have been hard at work to make these goals a reality.

This is the third year for this form of Student Government, and kinks are still being worked out. It is, however, running quite smoothly thanks to the very dedicated members: thirty Senators, a Public Relations coordinator, seven Secretaries, and a superb President and Vice-President team. Student Government has pledged to keep students informed of the issues we are pursuing. This newsletter is only one of the ways. The Student Senate meeting dates are listed at the end of this newsletter. Anyone is welcome to attend the meetings, and a public comment portion allows for students to speak on a bill before the senate, or on any matter you feel the Senate should look in to.

I am anticipating a successful and productive year for Student Government. I encourage all students to take an active role in getting involved by staying informed of the issues and voicing concerns, opinions, and ideas.

College Bowl

By Christopher Burton, ‘04
Chair, Academic Affairs Committee

College Bowl is an academic competition similar to a high school's quiz team. Teams of five must beat their opponents on the buzzer to answer trivia questions.

The Academic Affairs committee has already spent and will spend many more hours hoping to make this year's tournament even more successful than last year's, which saw six teams battle it out.

The campus tournament is currently scheduled for mid-January. The winner of the campus tournament becomes the official Capital University College Bowl team and represents Capital in the Regional Tournament at Bowling Green. For those of you who have questions, they will be answered at an informational meeting the week we return from winter break.

Subcommittee Spotlight

Report From the Subcommittee on Educational Support

By Steven Druckenmiller, ‘05
Chair, Subcommittee on Educational Support

Many projects and initiatives are in the works for this year. We are focused on serving the students and making campus life easier and more pleasant.

One current project that we are working with the administration on is the flooding in the Learning Center basement. The Subcommittee is committed to correctingthe problem.

Another initiative we are working is looking at the upgrade of equipment in classrooms. This was as initiative last year and is a priority this year, because
proficient classrooms are essential to the learning
atmosphere.

Many other projects and initiaitves are in the works for this year. Remember, your Subcommittee on Educational Support cares about your learning
environment.

Corps 2006

By Dan Meyers, ‘06
Student Government Academic Affairs Secretary

Imagine a freshman class with more unity and spirit than any other class. Imagine a class that sets itself one above the rest. Imagine Corps 2006 representing this class. This year, in just six short weeks, the Corps 2006 Executive Board has been diligently working for all of the first year students. The group hosted a very successful Student Organizations Fair and is cosponsoring several upcoming homecoming events. The group is working hard to program for Halloween, the Christmas Tree Lighting, and CapFest 2006 as well as a variety of new events to bring to the Cap Community.

Corps 2006 is here to help you, as an individual, and the class as a group with the challenges and obstacles we face. We are here for you and will be soon requesting that you give us feedback on your experience so far. What do you think needs done? Do you have any problems? We want to know, and we will act on your concerns! Please take this seriously as this is your organization. Commuters, you are not forgotten. Your Commuter Representatives have compiled a survey that can be found in the Commuter Lounge. Please give us your feedback.

As the year moves forward, we ask that you question the unquestionable and think the unthinkable. Keep an open mind in this very important time of your life. College will not last forever, so communicate, educate, and most of all have fun! Corps 2006 is the organization for first year students. Please, use us to your advantage!

As a Co-Chair of the organization, I speak for us all when I say thank you to the students of the Class of 2006 thus far. No other class has seen such great leadership oriented, hard working, and opinionated students here at Capital! Congratulations! I look forward to a great year and anticipate excellent trend setting by the class of 2006!

Campus Ministries

By Jon Cosner, ‘04
Student Senator, Campus Ministries

Capital has a wide variety of opportunities for the campus to join together in Campus Ministries. The Subcommittee is designed to advertise events, help
Campus Ministry Organizations apply for funding, help organize large events, and work to unify Campus Ministires.

Students are invited to participate in the following:

• Sunday: Traditional Worship service @ 10:45
• Wednesday: Chapel Service @9:30
• Tuesday night: Taize Service @ 9:30
• Thursday night: Candlelight Service @ 9:30
• Tuesday night: Campus Crusade for Christ
• Tuesday night: Friends in Serving Christ (FISch)

Various Bible studies are provided on campus too. For more information you can contact the following people:

• Jon or Seth or Casey 614-236-7819
• Elaina or Christine or Meghan 614-236-7979
• Helen 614-235-6316
• Ryan 614-236-7157
• Peder and John 614-236-7814
• Andrew Mazak 614-236-7688

Executive Cabinet 2002-2003 Goals & Objectives

Also see our 2002-2003 Priorities!

• Strengthen and provide continual support to secretaries
• Senate communication board/initiative recommendations
  
• Monthly Student Government leadership meetings
  
• Public relations campaign
  
• Provide more structure and commitment to appointed committees
  
• Increase student involvement in special university committees
  
• Increase the speed of carrying out initiatives
  
• Improve senate & cabinet communication
  
• Student Government cift – outdoor classroom
  
• Increase communication between administration and senate
  
• Increase accountability of appointed committees and student representatives
  
• Continue to build ties with undergraduate faculty
  
• Work with University Relations to examine facilities