Patrick Rizzuto
I believe I would be a good secretary for the freshman class in a number of ways. For example, I am a very organized person, usually keeping everything on the floor of my room, so that I don't go crazy searching shelves and drawers later (you can check with my roommate). For another thing, I am very punctual, almost always arriving within an hour after the start time of an event or meeting, unless it's early, like before dinner. That's pretty good, right?
Joking aside, though, I do think I would make an excellent secretary. Quite the opposite of my above wisecracks, I maintain a high level of organization, and I assure you that I put forth my best effort in every task.
Although I admit to only limited prior experience in student government, having only served as a representative to my high school's PTSA, I believe that I can still exceed all expectations. I also expect that the social skills I developed while negotiating between the PTSA and the student government will be of aid in this post. These reasons, in addition to my dedication to the job and determination to do it right, are why I believe you should elect me as secretary of the class of 2008.
Livy Coe
Hey freshmen, my name is Livy Coe and I'm running for class Secretary. To dispell any misunderstandings, I am a guy. When I arrived at Hopkins, I was a confused and unsure freshman. However, I am slowly figuring things out the same way all of you probably are. This is our formative year as a class, and I want to be part of the Student Government that helps figure out the direction we will take. If elected, I will work hard to help us all have a good time here at Hopkins
Basically my vision of Student Council is an organization that has some clout with the administration, and some funding that will let us do cool stuff for the student body. I've had a good time, attending school sponsored events and as class Secretary I would like to hold more recreational activities. I want student council to be more than a disregarded and useless organiztion on campus, and while I think that making large sweeping changes in campus life may be unrealistic, hopefully I can be successful at getting some little things for us as a class that boost morale when we've all got lots of homework. Peace.
