I would like to inform you that I am in need of your representation in student government.
All I am asking for is 32 students (out of 12,000) to reserve time out of their schedules to understand my needs and act upon them.
While this goal of 32 seems simple and anyone could undertake this task, I find it hard pressed to see only 20 representing me after the Student Government elections.
I resound with great ideas that anyone could take credit for, yet I find that no one will even address them.
Where are the willing souls? Why will you not stand up? Is it apathy?
I see doctors, lawyers, business men, teachers, nurses, counselors, and yet I cannot find 32 of you that care enough to make my life better and represent me in the SGA.
I know that it is a daunting task, a responsibility fit for only the strongest people. I know that there are students who give up because they feel their voice can’t be heard. I understand the conflicts that arise with different opinions. But, I find it too hard to convince myself that there aren’t 32 students willing to take this responsibility.
Making decisions that guide me and direct me should be an honor, yet it appears that it isn’t. You can speak to the world on behalf of me, and yet you don’t.
The decisions you make shouldn’t be taken lightly, nevertheless, you shouldn’t be afraid to make them.
After all, what you say and the decisions you make is a fraction of my voice.
Don’t be afraid of the rules and red tape. They are there to guide you. Do not convince yourself that I am not worth it. Do not hide behind your excuses. Show some support.
You can help me change the grading scale. You can tell the administrators what I need.
You can give me money to bring speakers, lecturers and concerts on campus.
You can decide what my priorities are.
You can make me anything you want me to be, but first, you have to represent me.
You can be apart of the ETSU student government.
Applications for SGA are in the SGA office and they are due Wednesday, March 5.
Editor’s note: Ethan Flynn is a member of the Student Government Association Senate.

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