SGA Sound Off

We formed a committee this past summer to review the event that has been known as the “Holiday Tree Lighting.”  That committee took its work seriously and generated a report that includes a number of recommendations.

The recommendations were made after holding two open forums and receiving correspondence from concerned parties.  The overall consensus suggests that some recognition needs to be given to the fact that there is a Christmas tree being lit during the event.  This idea was consistent across the multiple individuals that comprised various religious views and took the opportunity to speak at the open forum.  It was the finding of the committee that this recognition should be respected.  As a result, the event will include “The Lighting of the Christmas tree.”

The committee also discussed the name of the event.  After considering all of the feedback and ideas for the name of the event the committee concluded that the name should be “A Holiday Celebration.”  I support the committee’s recommendation.  As well as having a new name, the event will also have new activities that will enhance the experience for all that are participating.

I would like to thank the members of the committee in taking on this task.  What was asked of them was both time consuming and difficult to do.  I appreciate their consultation during this decision making process

The Beat Bama Food Drive kicked off yesterday in the Foy Ballroom at 5 p.m.  Visitors including Mayor Ham, Aubie and the AU Cheerleaders entertained a capacity crowd as the food drive began.  Miss Auburn handed out several door prizes to the guests including signed memorabilia from Tommy Tuberville.

Please spread the word that people can donate food online this year at www.beatbamafooddrive.com.  Help us beat Alabama for the seventh year in a row!

Instead of the traditional meetings that SGA holds each Monday, cabinet and senate will be meeting together at the Jule Collins Smith Museum tonight.  This joint meeting is part of an effort to create a more unified SGA.  The venue for this meeting was chosen to highlight the College of Architecture, Design and Construction’s Rural Studio exhibit that is currently on display at the museum. 

What are your thoughts on this joint meeting? 

If your anything like me or the other numerous Auburn students struggling with the stressful monotony of the fall semester, then I have a question for you. Would you like a fall break? On October 19 students at Alabama will begin three days of vacation known as fall break. In return they give up two days of Thanksgiving vacation. This gives them a much needed break after the midterm period to relax and de-stress. Students there seem more than ok with trading the two days of Thanksgiving for this break. Do you,the Auburn Student, agree? Would you like a break? If a fall break is something you would like let us know. Post a reply or email your SGA. (SGA@auburn.edu) Let your SGA work for you. War Eagle

BILL TO: Student Senate
FROM: Kristy Cottrell, Co-Chairman Organizations Board, Trip Brown, Senator at-Large
RE: Probationary Charter Auburn Students for Life

DATE: October 2, 2006

PSSB:

I ask for the approval of the following:

Probationary Charter granted to Auburn Students for Life

Purpose:

The primary purpose of this organization is to allow students of Auburn University to voice members’ belief that abortion is morally and socially unacceptable and causes physical, emotional, and spiritual harm to women and others involved in the abortion decision. Also, Auburn Students for Life allows students to promote the pro-life cause and well-being of the unborn, and by doing so, recruit others to join the pro-life cause so that acts of abortion can be avoided and other options can be made to those who are considering an abortion. These goals will be achieved trough a number of activities including trips to the March for Life in Washington, D.C., speakers, peaceful activism, optional prayer meetings, etc.

* Approved by O-Board

BILL TO:  Student Senate
FROM:  Kelly Roper, Chair Organizations Board
RE:  Permanent Charter Club Italiano
DATE:  October 2, 2006
PSSB:

I ask for the approval of the following:

Permanent Charter granted to Club Italiano.

    Purpose:
The primary purpose of this organization is to increase the knowledge and appreciation for Italian culture and language in general, thus to stimulate and encourage the interest and education of Italian to the students of Auburn University.  It will consolidate the relations among students of such institution and give them a common background and forum.

These goals shall be achieved through meetings and special events that will promote the Italian culture such as fashion shows, soccer games, cooking activities, film festivals, and dances (la discoteca). 
 * Approved by O-Board

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BILL TO:  Student Senate
FROM:  Kelly Roper, Chair Organizations Board
RE:  Probationary Charter Association of Black Journalists
DATE:  October 2, 2006
PSSB:

I ask for the approval of the following:

Probationary Charter granted to Association of Black Journalists

Purpose:
AUABJ exists to unite students who support the interests of young Black journalists and communication scholars in the Department of Communications and Journalism at Auburn University. 

Some of their goals are to serve as a professional student organization where members will learn about job opportunities, scholarships and internships, and also to promote the value of practical training in the area of journalism through internships or involvement in media organizations.  They will establish relationships with the Birmingham Associations of Black Journalists, the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists, and others.
* Approved by O-Board
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BILL TO:  Student Senate
FROM:  Kelly Roper, Chair Organizations Board
RE:  O-fund Request Turkish Student Organization
DATE:  October 2, 2006
PSSB:

I ask for the approval of the following:

O-funds in the amount of $601.15 granted to Turkish Student Organization for the following:
 

§       $267.00 for Turkish National Holiday Dinner, including food and supplies
§       $100.00 for professional chef
§       $130.00 for canopy
§       $75.00 for banner
§       $29.15 for cooler
 

 * Approved by O-Board

On Monday, September 24, the SGA student senate unanimously passed the following resolution.  The resolution was sent to Auburn Administration concerning the parking situations on Auburn’s campus.

Whereas, parking is a serious concern of the Auburn University student; Whereas, the university has taken an active stance to address these issues in the hiring of Carl Walker Parking;Whereas, student input is essential to the effectiveness of any solution presented;