On behalf of everyone at ASWSU, welcome back to Pullman and WSU. We’re embarking on a very historic year for our student body. This year we get to enjoy the new CUB, a new(er) stadium and new energy on campus, things we can thank past student initiatives for.
ASWSU is one of the highest funded student governments in the country, and as such, offers a tremendous variety of programs, interest groups and organizations to take part in. The resources are truly second to none.
There are over 300 student organizations and clubs that represent a full spectrum of student interest in areas including cultural, academic, sports, recreation, religious, political and social activities. And anyone can start a new one. Log onto our website, aswsu.wsu.edu, for more details.
Our ASWSU executive staff is tackling many student issues and developing new initiatives and programs in the coming year.
We’re launching a campus safety campaign that we hope will make WSU and the community a safer place. We’re committed to pressing faculty and fixing the Bookie Buy-Back system to save students money and improve academics in the process.
We also want to ensure the student’s voice is better represented on key issues, such as the creation of the new University District on College Hill. We’ll be providing easier means for student to connect with administration and collaborate with other students in a new weekly program, the “PB&J Club.” We’ll provide free food and special guests each week.
In the end, however, it’s important to remember, initiatives start with students – and we’re just a few. So please, be a part of the movement, and let us know any ideas our concerns you may have. We’ll do whatever we can to make it happen and let you know how you can play a role as well.
And never underestimate the power of the student’s voice.
It’s important to remember the CUB and Martin Stadium renovations, the building of the Student Recreation Center, the creation of Women’s Transit, and the saving of Pullman Transit, were all student initiatives ASWSU championed and implemented. We are, in the end, what keeps this place moving – and we’re committed to moving it forward.
So please, take part in one of the most historically active student bodies in the country.
There’s never been a more exciting time.
Go Cougs!