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A LISTSERV e-mail will be sent out to students the week
of April 12th directing Behrend students to a site where
they will choose representatives from the student body
to serve on the Student Government Association (SGA)
for the 2009-2010 school year. Below is a list of the can
didates running in this year's elections.
President: Bradley Kovalcik
Bth semester: Creative Writing
Experience: Mr. Kovalcik and Ms. Thomas have a
combined experience of five years in SGA as well as
two years on the executive board. The two are the
most experienced students at Behrend dealing with
policy making and advocacy for students. They plan
on expanding this knowledge to other students by
recognizing them for their leadership and accom-
plishments at the college and will continue to push
for a wealth of leadership in the Student
Government so that students of the college are well
represented.
Transparency: Kovalcik and Thomas plan to create
a bigger presence of the SGA at Behrend so that the
students of the college know what is being dis-
cussed and worked on. This will include regular
open forums and a constantly updated website
Their main goal is for students to become involved
with the changes being made to better Behrend.
Furthering Behrend: Behrend has been growing for
60 years, and under Kovalcik and Thomas's leader
ship it will only continue to grow for the better.
They would like to work on expanding course offer-
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At the beginning of the 2008-2009 academic school year,
I was granted the privilege of serving the Behrend com
munity as an upperclassman Senator for the Behrend
Student Government Association. Throughout that period
of time, I gave my best effort through speaking up in meetings, giving my input, attend
ing all events for the SGA, and serving office hours every week. I would love to serve
the student body here at Behrend as the secretary for the SGA. I am very skilled at
keeping student groups focused and organized. I am currently involved in the LEB,
SGA, Facility Fee Committee, KDR, and I am chairing the Spring 2009 Concert
Committee.
Rules are changing for eligibility for federal and state work-study. In order to be considered for either, please be sure to follow the directions below.
Federal Work-Study
Summer 2009
• Have the 2008-09 FAFSA on file with Penn State
• Contact the Financial Aid office for help applying
• It is not necessary to be taking classes during the summer to be
considered for Federal Work-Study
• Complete the 2009-10 FAFSA as soon as possible
• Answer Yes (to at least) Work-Study on Question 31 on the FAFSA
• The Penn State school code for all campuses is 003329
Fall 2009 -Spring 2010
• Complete the 2009-10 FAFSA by April 1, 2009
• Answer Yes to (at least) Work-Study on
Question 31 on the FAFSA
• The Penn State school code for all campuses is 003329
Please feel free to contact Michelle Slagle in the Penn State Behrend Financial Aid
SGA Elections for Fall of 2009 will take place on
SGA
Wednesday, April 15 and
Thursday, April 16.
President(l)/Vice President(l)
One position: Responsible for everyday logistical duties Of the Student Government Association,
including keeping minutes and keeping SGA members aware of, and updated on, all resolutions.
Office at 814.898.6166 or fms6@psu.edu with any questions.
Caleb Rodgers
4th semester - Finance
Looking for a Job on Campus?
SGA ELECTIONS
Note: President Vice President will
be listed on a sin:le ticket.
Secretary(l)
Each position has a restricted amount of seats, so use
the platforms provided by candidates to make your deci-
sion when it comes time to vote.
Voting "booths" will also be set up outside of Bruno's
Cafe on the April 15 and 16. Voting will remain open
until 12:00 a.m. on April 17.
Vice President: Molly Thomas
6th semester: Computer Science
Chasity Wilson
2nd semester - Political Science
I am Chasity Wilson, my major is political science, and I am
a candidate for the secretary position in SGA. I know that 1
can dedicate the time to be an aid to the president, vice
president, and student body. I will be detailed and accurate
with all documentation and fair when voting on financial and social issues. I know how
to work well with people, speak in public, manage my time, and be efficient with all
assignments. What I don't know about the position I am willing to learn, and I am will
ing to dedicate myself to the position as secretary.
• Complete the State Work-Study Program(SWSP) Application/Placement Form
• The form can be found at: http://www.pheaa.org/workstudy/pdf/swsp2.pdf
S If you are a Pennsylvania resident and returning home for the summer, check
• Complete the State Work-Study Program(SWSP) Application/Placement
ings as well as majors offered at Behrend, better
descriptions of courses and mentoring within the
major by peers, expand the number of businesses
that accept Lion Cash, and stretching Behrend's
accomplishments to the community to drive enroll
ment.
Responsible use of student fees: Mr. Kovalcik and
Ms. Thomas will make sure student generated fees
are used responsibly and for the best use to
Behrend students. The two are very club-oriented
and want to make sure clubs receive the resources
they need to thrive. With the use of these fees, they
wish to give students of the college a diverse and
rewarding experience with both unique activities
and new, improved facilities.
University Relations: Through CCSG, Mr. Kovalcik
and Ms. Thomas will make positive strides within
the university. The two are leaders in the
Commonwealth Student Government and will settle
for nothing less than what is best for Behrend
Students.
with your employer no later than May 31, 2009
this web site for State Work-Study jobs in your area
https://connections.pheaa.org/swsp/swsp_index.cfm
October 1, 2009 for Fall/Spring employment, and no later than
January 31, 2010 for Spring only employment
Friday, April 3, 2009
• ‘,
State Work-Study
Summer 2009
• Pennsylvania Resident
• Have the 2008-09 FAFSA on file
• Complete the 2009-10 FAFSA asap
Fall 2009 - Spring 2010
• Pennsylvania Resident
• Complete the 2009-10 FAFSA asap
Form with your employer no later than
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