Idea Issue 2011
11. Create more LGBTQ discourse.
As a very visible member of the LGBTQ community, it becomes evident who feels comfortable about my sexuality and who does not. Since I am a lesbian and out about it, I am frequently asked the question “How LGBTQ-friendly is …→
12. Politicize our education.
In 2014, Union College will prepare to graduate its current freshman class of 560 students, a class ultimately comprised of lawyers, philosophers, doctors, engineers, artists and countless other young professionals. They will also be preparing to graduate 560 young citizens. …→
13. Run student elections online.
Getting college students to participate in elections has been an ongoing challenge for student governments. The turnout at Union’s Student Forum elections proves we are no exception. At other colleges, voting rates of 30 percent are considered to be good, …→
14. Introduce midterm evaluations.
Filling out course evaluations is a marker of a term’s end; lectures have come to a close and finals are fast approaching. Student comments provide professors with constructive criticism aimed at improving courses for the next time they are taught. …→
15. Adjust our calendar.
The year 46 B.C.E. had 445 days. Chronologers call it “the year of confusion,” but Macrobius was right. It was the year that ended confusion. Months did not align with their proper seasons. Festivals occurred at the wrong time. The …→
16. Become carbon-neutral.
In the future, Union College will have moved even closer to being a truly sustainable institution – one that has the smallest possible impact on the environment and that achieves an even balance between the energy and resources it uses …→
17. Reduce sexual assault.
Last fall, the Union College Student Forum began a student-led initiative to increase conversations about responsible sex in attempts to reduce sexual assault on our campus. The campaign has included a poster competition, leadership workshops and a guest speaker. Thus …→
18. Encourage WGS classes.
When I first arrived at Union, I was sure my passion was biology. However, I was not placed in a biology class my freshman fall. Instead, I was placed in Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies. If I had not …→
19. Don’t fear the EMTs.
It’s 1 a.m. on a Saturday night and your night is at its peak—you’ve had a few drinks, you’ve been chilling with your friends and you’ve finally decided to check out tonight’s frat scene. On the way to your favorite …→
20. Streamline the purchasing process.
This one is for all the treasurers out there. The purchasing process for Student Activities often causes dread, sleep deprivation and frustration for our monetary minions. Buying items for clubs is a process plagued by repeated trips to the Student …→
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