All my life, I have struggled worrying about what others think of me. Regrettably, I have even made some decisions based on how I wanted to be perceived.
However, college has changed me and joining SGA this year is partly responsible for that. When I decided to join SGA this year, I had a feeling that there would be some frustrating moments, but I never knew it would come to this.
Everyone is entitled to an opinion, don’t get me wrong.
However, when that opinion is based on inaccurate facts (such as quoting Katie “Moldune,” who graduated in 2009 and couldn’t possibly still be on SGA), I get offended. If any member of Conn’s student body questions what SGA does, please come sit in on one of our meetings on Thursday nights.
We have never once said that students are not welcome. In fact, we make conscious efforts to invite you all there. Also, House Council is open to all. You can’t complain that we, as “sheer stockinged, button-down student ‘leaders’” aren’t doing anything when you don’t come to our meetings and hear our thoughtful debates and discussions. You say that we aren’t telling you enough, but maybe you just aren’t listening.
Individuality is a wonderful asset – it helps communities grow and develop. However, if you’re going to voice your opinion, be accurate and well-informed.
Sincerely,
Jillian Nataupsky ‘10
Hamilton Senator
Editor’s Note: The “Katie M.” as quoted from the November 5, 2009 SGA Assembly minutes, was in fact Katie Mullaley, former senator of Park.
