Self-Government Association
Dear Mawrters,
There were over 500 students at Plenary! And we finished in record time. Thank you so much for coming. Yesterday marked the official end of the 2011-2012 Exec Board’s term. The new Board will hold their first sga meeting at 7pm in the Campus Center on March 18th.
Thank you all so much for a great year! It has been an unforgettable experience.
Yong Jung, Rebecca, Mae, Tina and Priya
It is the Bryn Mawr Student Organizations’ Semester kickoff!
Please come to a budget workshop at the beginning of the semester.
One will be on January 20th (Friday) 3pm in Goodhart and the second will be on January 22nd (Sunday) 10am in TGH 110.
You will receive all the information you need at these workshops
Additionally, you are asked to come to the Planga demonstration on Friday January 20th at 4pm in Goodhart.
A Summary:
This weekend 12 Bryn Mawr students attended the Seven Sisters Conference at Mount Holyoke. The annual conference which serves as a forum for the remaining schools in the Seven Sisters Consortium to discuss issues on campus and to encourage and improve relations between the Seven Sisters, as well as is an opportunity for furthering education, was held at Bryn Mawr last year. This year’s conference was themed “Facilitating Student Activism.” Delegates from Barnard, Bryn Mawr, Mount Holyoke, Smith, Vassar, and Wellesley were invited to hear from Loung Ung, a Cambodian genocide survivor, author, and activist, and participate in discussions about activism on campus. The Bryn Mawr delegation had a wonderful time learning from other students and getting to know other Seven Sisters. To find out more information about the conference, check out the conversation on twitter!
-Vrinda Varia’13
What the delegation had to say:
Attending workshops focusing on issues such as dealing with student apathy and how to be a more effective and inspirational leader, I walked away from this conference with a fresh perspective on how different methods of leadership can improve my effectiveness as a campus leader and student activist.
-Katherine Lewis’ 12
I’m glad I went because I came to realize that yes, we still have issues to address on Bryn Mawr campus, but the open dialogue and dedication to everyone who is a part of this campus is at the very least something we all strive for.
-Irene Shin’13
I think one of the most important parts that came out of the Seven Sisters Conference was being reminded of how incredible and important the bond of the Seven Sisters is. We are a cohort of students empowered by common goals of encouraging women’s education and leadership. This bond is so incredibly unique and it something that should be continued and strengthened for other younger generations.
– Priya Saxena’ 12
It allowed me to see what we can take and learn from our other sister schools, but also to appreciate that we have something that no other 7 Sister has: a true dedication to SELF-Governance, rather than Student-Governance.
-Daniele Arad-Neeman’13
By placing Bryn Mawr in comparison to the other colleges, the conference highlighted our strengths, and how to best use them in ways that the other institutions could not.
Jacinda Tran’13
The discussion on non-traditional student programs at the Seven Sisters was invaluable for me as Advocacy Mistress for the McBrides. Francis Perkins students from Mount Holyoke were present, Ada Comstock Scholars from Smith, and traditional-aged Welsley students were representing their Davis Scholars. Each of our programs has been shrinking over the past few years. However, in the discussion it became apparent that Adas and the McBrides get the most support from the traditional student population. A listserv is being created and I am super thrilled about the door that this Seven Sisters Council opened for collaboration on non-traditional programs.
The President of Mount Holyoke spoke at the closing brunch. She mentioned scarcity of female Presidents of colleges, especially those who were married and had children – I was super proud of President McAuliffe!
-Julie Gorham’12
Every year, the Conference re-energizes me. Not only do I spend a weekend with impressive, intelligent and articulate student leaders, but I come back to Bryn Mawr with a long list of ideas! I feel as though each school’s governments do some things really great and the weekend is a great learning opportunity… Additionally, I am reminded by how much I love self governance. Mawrters are extremely lucky.
This year, I loved the opportunity to reconnect with representatives from the other 7Sisters Schools (This was my third conference!) as well as form stronger bonds amongst the Bryn Mawr students. I am excited about the future of the 7Sisters relationships and look forward to the growing network. I will continue to foster these connections until my term on the 7Sisters Council ends this February.
-Yong Jung Cho’12
The 2011 conference was hosting by Mount Holyoke’s Student Government Association.
The theme this year was Facilitating Student Activism.
A blog post coming very, very soon!
Mawrters!
On October 25th, the SGA and the Dean’s Office Sponsored PETS ON THE GREEN. Over 400 students RSVP’d on facebook!
BIG CHEESE FORUM
Unlike Any Other
One lucky Mawrter will win a prize.
What is the Big Cheese?
The one SGA meeting every semester where a panel of staff and Admin present the Community with important information as well as answer ANY questions you may have.
Who will be present?
President McAuliffe- President of the College
Dean Rasmussen- Dean of the Undergraduates
Angie Sheets- Director of Residential Life
Bernie Chung-Templeton- Director of Dining Services
Ed Harman*- Assistant Director for Grounds
Jerry Berenson- Chief Administrative Officer
John Griffith- Chief Financial Officer
Jenny Rickard- Chief Enrollment and Communications Officer
Stephanie Wujcik- Assistant Director of Residential Life
When and Where is this awesome event?
November 13th at 7pm in the Campus Center
also,
Seven Sisters Conference Bryn Mawr Delegation: 12 Mawrters.
Jacinda Tran
Daniele Arad-Neeman
Irene Shin
Vrinda Varia
Julie Gorham
Katherine Lewis
Johannah CodronHill
Yong Jung Cho
Rebecca Sanders
Tina Hu
Mae Carlson
Priya Saxena
Follow the happenings on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bryn-Mawr-College-Self-Government-Association/56762076268?ref=ts
Follow the happenings on twitter #7Sisters2011
http://twitter.com/#!/bmcsga
MissRepresentation.
November 17th. 7pm. TGH.
WATCH THIS AND BE INSPIRED.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=254000677983777
25 pies of pizza gone in 15 minutes
200 t-shirts gone in 10 minutes
An epic party of 2+ hours.
Thank you so much for coming.
We love Bryn Mawr.
We love you.
-SGA E.Board
Hello Mawrters,
This Sunday we have a packed agenda! And it WILL be amazing. The main items are:
Eating in the Library
Printing Discussion with Administrators
Honor Board ByLaws Presentation
Budget Approval
Plenary Resolutions Presentation
See you Sunday!
YJ
Photo Cred: Amelia Lee Zhi Yi
On Saturday, September 3rd and Sunday, September 4th, the Self Government Association organized 3 hour Leadership Workshops which were attended by 220 student leaders. This was the first time such an event was ever held. In years past, student groups seeking SGA funding were only required to attend a budget workshop. This year, the SGA Executive Board had expanded this experience into a networking, leadership development and information gathering opportunity. In addition to an updated budgeting presentation and a presentation on “Bryn Mawr Club basics”, student leaders participated in a leadership development exercise.
Attendees felt that the workshop was helpful and enjoyed the opportunity to meet fellow student leaders. The SGA Executive Board’11-’12 is proud that the spirit of self governance is thriving and hopes that this sort of workshop will become a new tradition.