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(03/22/11 4:00am)
At the March 20 meeting, the Senate recognized the Brandeis Immigration Education Initiative. The BIEI will "advocate for immigrant student education rights here at Brandeis, across the state of Massachusetts and in federal legislation affecting the right of all students, regardless of nationality, to access higher education," according to the group's constitution. Senator for Ziv Quad Mark Levi '12 and Senator for Ridgewood Quad Lisa Melmed '12 proposed a Senate Money Resolution requesting $1396.98 to sponsor a barbeque event for residents of Ridgewood Quad and Ziv Quad. The SMR passed unanimously. Senator-at-Large Beneva Davies '13 reported that she is working with the Waltham Alliance to Create Housing tenant advocacy clinic to bring a fundraiser supporting the group to Brandeis. WATCH is an organization that helps "give housing rights advice to members of the community who are in need," according to the Waltham Group website. Additionally, "examples of common problems that Waltham tenants tend to have are evictions, tension and other problems with a landlord or poor living conditions," said the website.Davies proposed holding a 5-kilometer run on campus to help raise funds for WATCH. Senator for the Class of 2011 Michael Newborn reported that he is working with Student Sexuality Information Service to compose a list of students who do not want to receive contraceptives in their mailboxes. Senator for the Village Nathan Israel '14 reported that he is working to get a weight machine for the Village gym. He also wants to organize a cook-off barbeque for the Village. Senator for the Castle Miriam Halimi '13 said that she compiled a list of problems in the Castle, such as broken toilets and uncleaned vomit. She sent the list to Campus Operations Working Group Chair Beau Bonness '11 but has not received a response. Director of Executive Affairs Ryan Fanning '11 told the Senate that the Student Union is planning to have a dinner event for members of the Student Union with University President Frederick Lawrence at the Faculty Club. The Greek Awareness Council amended its constitution, as required by the Senate vote that occurred on March 6, according to Executive Senator Abraham Berin '11. The amendment stipulated that "other organizations may petition to become member organizations of the GAC. These organizations can include but are not limited to Greek Letter Organizations, groups recognized or chartered by the Brandeis University Student Union, or be unrecognized groups composed primarily of Brandeis students with the intent to serve the Brandeis community." Also, "groups may gain Member Organization status by a 2/3 vote," according to the GAC constitution. Originally, the GAC constitution did not allow non-Greek groups to be member organizations of the GAC. The new constitution was approved by the Senate Club Support Committee and the group was recognized, said Berin in an e-mail to the Justice. -Andrew Wingens
(03/15/11 4:00am)
Student Union Secretary Herbie Rosen '12 reported to the Senate that he is working on a committee to help organize the Inaugural Ball that will be held on Saturday April 2 at 8:30 p.m. Rosen added that the Student Union is organizing a table in the Shapiro Campus Center where students can voice their opinions about the housing lottery system. Students will be able to record themselves or type their thoughts about the housing system today from 3 to 8 p.m. The Student Union will then compile the student responses and relay them to the administration. Director of Communications Andrea Ortega '13 reported that the Student Union has a new website administrator, and the Student Union website has been redesigned. The Student Union will also release a new newsletter featuring Student Union projects and events. A Senator said that the Village Provisions On Demand Market is scheduled to open March 28. Senator for North Quad Shekeyla Caldwell '14 reported that over 100 students have so far signed up for the Take Your Professor to Lunch program. -Andrew Wingens
(03/15/11 4:00am)
Medical EmergencyMar. 8-Staff from the Psychological Counseling Center requested a transport to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital for a psychological evaluation from the Foster Mods. Mar. 8-A party reported a student having an asthma attack in the Shiffman Humanities Center. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Mar. 9-A staff member sustained a knee injury in Stoneman. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Mar. 9-A party in the Charles River Residences reported that he woke up and his eye was red. BEMCo treated the party on-scene and transported the party to the Health Center. Mar. 12-A party reported an 18-year-old female having an allergic reaction in the Usdan Student Center. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Mar. 13-A 19-year-old male with a history of heart problems fell unconscious near the Faculty Club. BEMCo treated the party on-scene, and the party was transported to St. Elizabeth's Hospital. LarcenyMar. 7-A student reported that her iPhone 4 was stolen after she left it unattended in the Sachar International Center for 2 hours.Mar. 7-A student reported that her cell phone was stolen out of her coat while she was in the Foster Mods. Mar. 7-A visitor reported that his cell phone was stolen while he was playing basketball in the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center. Mar. 8-A party reported property stolen from the Foster Mods. MiscellaneousMar. 7-A party reported that he was harassed by his ex-girlfriend at the Charles River Apartments. Mar. 13-A community advisor reported a bong in plain view in Shapiro Residence Hall. The Community Development Coordinator and University Police confiscated a bong and a small plastic bag of marijuana. A judicial referral was composed. -compiled by Andrew Wingens
(03/08/11 5:00am)
The Obama administration plans to appoint Brandeis alumnus Daniel Shapiro '91 to be the next United States ambassador to Israel, according to POLITICO, a multimedia political news source.According to POLITICO, Shapiro is currently the National Security Council's Senior Director for the Middle East and North Africa. The Alumni Association Directory on B Connect shows that he majored in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies at Brandeis. Shapiro transferred to Brandeis after his freshman year at Washington University in St. Louis, noted POLITICO. He then attended Harvard University for graduate school, where he earned a Master's degree in Middle Eastern Politics in 1993, according to the Washington Post. Shapiro began his career in politics as a staff member for the House Foreign Relations Committee, and he served for 2 years on theNational Security Council underPresident Bill Clinton. He then became the deputy chief of staff for SenatorBill Nelson(D-Fla.), according to The Washington Post.According to the Jerusalem Post, Shapiro was appointed as a senior policy adviser and Jewish outreach coordinator for the Obama campaign in 2008. Shapiro is currently considered the Obama administration's central liaison to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and he has close relations with Netanyahu and his advisors, according to Israeli news source Haaretz. Shapiro married Julie Fisher '90 a few years after graduating from Brandeis, and many of their Brandeis friends attended the wedding, said Associate Director of Leadership Gifts of Development and Alumni Relations Julie Smith-Bartoloni '90 in an interview with the Justice. Smith-Bartoloni said that she was a good friend of Fisher's and they lived off campus together at 169 South St. in 1989 and 1990 while Fisher was dating Shapiro. She called Shapiro "a great student" and a "great person." She recalled that his interests in college included Hebrew, Arabic and the Middle East. "I never really thought about him in the political arena, but it makes a lot of sense because he is . a person who can really find a point in common with anyone that he meets," said Smith-Bartoloni. "I definitely thought that he would either be something like a rabbi, a university professor, definitely some kind of profession where learning and teaching and communicating was an integral part of his profession." Smith-Bartoloni said that when she visits Shapiro and Fisher, "It still feels very much like going back into 169 South St."-Andrew Wingens
(03/08/11 5:00am)
On March 6, the Senate recognized the Greek Awareness Council on the condition that the GAC amend its constitution to allow students who are not members of Greek life to vote in the GAC by a vote of 15 in favor and one abstention.The GAC is composed of "students of Brandeis University" who "desire to foster the intellectual, cultural, moral and social advancement of [their] peers, to deal with issues and concerns relating to the Greek system, and to serve as a liaison between the Greek system and the Brandeis community," according to the GAC constitution.The organizations that are members of the GAC are Alpha Epsilon Pi, Zeta Beta Tau, Phi Kappa Psi, Sigma Alpha Mu, Alpha Delta Phi, Sigma Delta Tau, Delta Phi Epsilon and Kappa Beta Gamma. Co-president of the GAC and member of Delta Phi Epsilon Leah Finkelman '13 said that she would approach the GAC about the constitutional amendment. If an amendment is approved by the GAC, the revised constitution would be submitted to the Club Support Committee for approval. The CSC is chaired by Senator for North Quad Shekeyla Caldwell '14 and Senator for Rosenthal Quad Elizabeth Fields '13. The GAC had been recognized by the Student Union as the Greek Life Council in 2003, and the Senate rescinded its recognition last semester because the GLC failed to sign a non-hazing agreement said Finkelman. Executive Senator Abraham Berin '11 voiced concern that the GAC may be a "roundabout way for fraternities or sororities to get on campus" and gain access to Brandeis facilities. Berin added that the Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook states-by a vote of the Board of Trustees-"social fraternities and sororities, in particular, are neither recognized nor permitted to hold activities on campus or use University facilities." A speakers list was formed. Caldwell, Senator for the Class of 2014 Mitchell Schwartz, Senator for the Class of 2012 Liya Kahan and Senator for Ridgewood Quad Lisa Melmed '12 spoke in favor of recognizing the GAC as it was presented to the Senate. Schwartz is a member of Phi Kappa Psi and Kahan is a member of Sigma Delta Tau, according to each group's rosters. Berin and Senator for East Quad Andrew Hayes '13 spoke neither in favor of nor against recognition of the GAC. Hayes suggested that the GAC allow non-Greek members to vote as part of the GAC and Berin agreed. Union Vice President Shirel Guez '12 added that the GAC is "probably one of the best resources on campus in terms of reaching out to the Greek life and Greek community." The Senate also unanimously approved a Senate Money Resolution that allocated $142 for a Transitional Year Program Inspirational Night, an event to honor the TYP senior class and showcase the talents of other TYP students, which will be held on March 15. As of March 6, the Senate has $11,887 remaining in its budget.-Andrew Wingens
(03/08/11 5:00am)
On Feb. 27, the Senate passed an emergency Senate Money Resolution that provided the Senate with $40 to order pizza for the March 6 Senate meeting. Student Union Treasurer Akash Vadalia '12 reported to the Senate that there are many new clubs on campus and funding the clubs may become problematic for the Student Union if there is not enough money. Vadalia said that he, along with Executive Senator Abraham Berin '11, Student Union Secretary Herbie Rosen '12 and Director of Executive Affairs Ryan Fanning '11 have considered revising the process of approving clubs. Berin also reported that he ordered carabiners and pens in order to promote the GPS tracking website for Crystal Shuttles, which is currently undergoing beta testing. -Andrew Wingens
(03/08/11 5:00am)
An article in News did not include the name of a contributing reporter. Andrew Wingens contributed reporting for "Study defined drug measures." (Feb. 15, pg. 4)The Justice welcomes submissions for errors that warrant correction or clarification. E-mail editor@thejustice.org.
(03/08/11 5:00am)
Medical EmergencyFeb. 28-A female in the Charles River Apartments reported that her heart was beating too fast. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 28-A nurse requested an ambulance for a student having an allergic reaction in the Health Center. Mar. 1-A male party reported that he injured his back in the weight room of the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center. The party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Mar. 3-A party reported that a 50-year-old female fell and may have struck her head in the Usdan Student Center. Mar. 5-A party reported that a 19-year-old male was intoxicated in Village C. The party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital.Mar. 6-A party reported a 20-year-old female intoxicated in the Usdan Student Center. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Mar. 6-A party reported that an intoxicated 20-year-old female locked herself in her room in Usen Castle. Mar. 6-A party reported a party with flu-like symptoms and BEMCo responded. Mar. 6-A party reported that a party fainted in Shapiro Residence Hall. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Mar. 6-A party injured her shoulder while throwing a stick into a trash bin. TrafficMar. 2-A party reported that a staff member from the Fine Arts department struck a parked vehicle in the Epstein Lot with a university vehicle. No injuries were reported. Mar. 4-A party reported that a shuttle van hit a parked vehicle in front of Rabb Graduate School. LarcenyMar. 4-A party reported her wallet was stolen from the Village Gym. Mar. 5-A party reported that about $10 was stolen from her purse in the Usdan Student Center. MiscellaneousMar. 2-A party reported a car parked in the Theater Lot that contained various power tools. University Police checked the area and found the car belonged to students who were working on the set for a play in the Spingold Theater Center. Mar. 2-A party reported smoke coming from ashtrays on the Volen Center patio. University Police responded and addressed the issue. Mar. 2-A party reported an odor of people smoking at the entrance of the Charles River Apartments. University Police responded but were unable to locate the smell.Mar. 3-A party reported a raccoon in the closet of Cholmondeley's. Pest control was notified. Mar. 3-A party reported a suspicious male walking around in the Shapiro Campus Center. Mar. 5-Two 15-year-old males were running on the grass behind the Stoneman building and on the roof of the building. Mar. 6-A party reported the smell of marijuana at the Charles River Apartments. University Police found a student smoking with a smoke detector covered. Charges will be filed. -compiled by Andrew Wingens
(02/15/11 5:00am)
Medical emergencyFeb. 8-A party reported that a female in Shapiro Residence Hall was vomiting and experiencing stomach pains. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 9-A 21-year-old female reported to have a twisted ankle and chest pains in the Stoneman Health Center. BEMCo responded, and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Feb. 10-A party reported a student with a dislocated finger in the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 10-A party reported a student with a cut finger in Usen Residence Hall. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 10-BEMCo was requested on scene after University Police responded to a disturbance in Ziv Quad. One party was transported to the Newton Wellesley Hospital for threat to self. Feb. 11-A 19-year-old female had an allergic reaction in Sherman Dining Hall. BEMCo responded, and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital.Feb. 12-An 18-year-old female exhibited flu-like symptoms in Village C. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Feb. 12-A party reported a 22-year-old female vomiting with stomach pain in the Charles River Apartments. BEMCo responded, and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Feb. 12-A party reported that a 20-year-old female was intoxicated in Ziv Quad. BEMCo responded, and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Feb. 13-A party reported an intoxicated male in Ridgewood B. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care.LarcenyFeb. 9-A student reported that jewelry was stolen from her locked dorm room in Gordon Residence Hall. There were no signs of forced entry. University Police compiled a report. Feb. 13-A student reported that her coat was stolen from the coat room outside the Levin Ballroom. TrafficFeb. 9-A student reported that his vehicle was struck while parked in Theater Lot. There was no information left by the individual who dented the car. Feb. 10-A minor accident occurred at the main entrance to campus. No injuries were reported and the University Police compiled a report. DisturbanceFeb. 10-Three parties reported a disturbance in Ziv Quad. After University Police arrived, BEMCo was requested. One party was arrested and transported to the Waltham Police station.Feb. 13-A party reported an ex-boyfriend causing a disturbance in the Foster Mods. Student was located and referred to the community development coordinator for counseling.MiscellaneousFeb. 8-A party reported that people were smoking cigarettes in Shapiro Residence Hall. The CDC was notified and a student judicial referral was composed. -compiled by Andrew Wingens
(02/15/11 5:00am)
Senator for East Quad Andrew Hayes '13, Senator for Village Quad Nathan Israel '14 and Senator for the Class of 2012 Sara Wiesenfeld were sworn in by Executive Senator Abraham Berin '11. The senators were elected in a special election last week. The Senate unanimously recognized the Brandeis National Committee Student Ambassadors. The Senate chartered the Brandeis International Journal by a vote of 12 in favor, two opposed and seven abstentions. The International Journal plans to release a magazine each semester containing articles and editorials that would be dedicated to international politics and global affairs.The Senate also chartered the Brandeis Magicians Circle by a vote of 20 in favor and one abstention. The Magicians Circle's purpose is to "educate the Brandeis community regarding the history and performance of the art of magic." The Senate unanimously passed Senate Money Resolution S11-01 which allows the Student Union to donate $100 to the Relay for Life charity event. The Senate also unanimously approved SMR S11-02, which allocates $300 to publicize the new global positioning satellite systems that will be on the Crystal shuttles. The GPS system would allow students to check the location of shuttles via a website or by sending a text message to a specific number, said Berin. The Senate additionally approved SMR S11-03 by a vote of 20 in favor and one abstention. The SMR provides $500 for a WBRS rave that would take place this semester. The rave will be co-sponsored by the Student Union because, according to Article 9 Section 9 of the Brandeis Student Union bylaws, "all Senate Money Resolutions must be used for Student Union Government projects and/or operations." The Senate also confirmed new chairs for Senate committees. -Andrew Wingens
(02/08/11 5:00am)
Medical EmergencyJan. 31-A woman in the Charles River Apartments reported to University Police that she was having chest pain. BEMCo treated the woman on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Jan. 31-A female in Ziv Quad had an allergic reaction and had difficulty breathing. BEMCo responded, and the party was transported to the Newton- Wellesley Hospital. Jan. 31-An employee had a seizure in the third-floor hallway of Usen Hall. The employee was transported to the Newton- Wellesley Hospital and the facilities supervisor was notified. Jan. 31-A female student fainted in Olin-Sang. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 1-A party reported that an 18-year-old female in the Goldfarb Library had trouble breathing and was possibly asthmatic. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Feb. 4-A party complained of dizziness in Reitman Hall. BEMCo treated the party on-scene with a signed refusal for further care. Feb. 4-A party reported that a 22-year-old male fell and potentially broke his leg near the Shapiro Science Center. BEMCo responded and the party was transported to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Facilities services were notified to put more salt on the walkways. TrafficJan. 31-A party reported a minor traffic accident in Hassenfeld Lot. The parties exchanged paperwork and the University Police compiled a report on the incident. Feb. 3-University Police were informed of an accident involving a Brandeis Escort van at the intersection of South Street and Shakespeare. Waltham Police and University Police responded. No damage was noted on the Brandeis van and there was no second vehicle on-scene. DrugsFeb. 2-A party reported the smell of marijuana in a stairwell in the Charles River Apartments. University Police was unable to smell any odor of marijuana. Feb. 4-A Community Development Coordinator reported that five individuals were smoking marijuana in Rosenthal Quad. The Community Development Coordinator filed a report. HarassmentFeb. 2-A Community Development Coordinator asked for assistance with a student making veiled threats on Facebook. The Department of Student Life was notified and responded to the incident. MiscellaneousFeb. 1-University Police observed a person shoveling snow onto a parked motor vehicle via the CCTV monitor. The student appeared to be confused. The on-call Community Development Coordinator and a Director from the Psycholgical Counseling Center were notified. Feb. 2-A party reported a suspicious male wandering around Usen Castle. University Police located the male and identified him as a student who lives in the building and was waiting for a food delivery.-compiled by Andrew Wingens
(02/08/11 5:00am)
The Senior Class Gift Committee brought in 60 donations at the 100 Days 'til Graduation Party held last Saturday night, which is about three times as many gifts as the Committee received at last year's dance party, explained committee co-chair Aaron Louison '11 in an interview with the Justice.The Senior Class Gift Committee is raising money this year to be used for University scholarships or for University operations rather than for a tangible object to be placed on campus, said committee co-chair Louison. The 100 Days 'til Graduation Party was a dance party held at the Stein and organized by the Senior Class Gift Committee to celebrate the fact that graduation would occur in 100 days. According to the Facebook page for the event, DJ Vicious (JV Souffrant '13) provided the entertainment and there was free food. "We doubled the amount of gifts that we had brought in up to that point in the semester just in that one night [of the dance party]," said Louison. The Senior Class Gift Committee's goal is to get 75 percent of the senior class to contribute to the Annual Fund, a fund that helps pay for the University's institutional needs as well as student costs. "We're on a rate this year to hit that goal," said Louison. Louison explained that so far this year about 15 percent of the senior class has donated, while at this time last year only 11 percent of the senior class had donated. "We're asking for $20.11 to be the mean gift that we're getting from students and the average right now is a little higher than that; it's probably $25 to $30 dollars per gift," said Louison. With a donation of about $20, students would be able to attend a cocktail reception with President Frederick Lawrence and various faculty members at the Faculty Club in April, explained Louison. Louison stated that it is very important for students to participate and make a donation to the Senior Gift Committee."Now that we're making that transition toward being alumni we're trying to get out how important it is to give back to the University. ... It's just a spirit of support," he said. -Andrew Wingens
(02/08/11 5:00am)
Corrections appendedThe Undergraduate Curriculum Committee updated the Senate on its actions as is required by their constitution. UCC representatives Jenna Rubin '11 and Usman Hameedi '12 told the Senate that they are examining possible changes to the pass/fail system. Changes to the system might include counting a pass/fail class toward General University requirements and raising the required passing grade to a C-minus from a D-minus. The Senate unanimously agreed to change the name of the Brandeis Tea Party Chapter to the Brandeis Tea Party Nation. The Student Union also chartered the Brandeis Sephardic Initiative. The goal of the initiative is "to increase awareness and appreciation of Sephardic Jewry and culture, through communal activities, ethnic experiences, education and spiced foods," according to the initiative's charter. Senator for the Class of 2011 Michael Newborn proposed a bylaw amendment last week that would allow the executive senator "to deny a certain individual or group from getting on the agenda." At this meeting, Newborn presented an edited version of the amendment that would allow the Senate to overrule the Executive Senator's decision by a majority vote instead of by a two-thirds vote. After a discussion, the Senate approved the new bylaw. Senator-at-Large Aziz Sohail '13, Senator for Rosenthal Quad Elizabeth Fields '13, Senator for North Quad Shekeyla Caldwell '14 and Senator for the Class of 2014 Dillon Harvey reported that they are planning a first-year and sophomore formal event to take place this semester. Executive Senator Abraham Berin '11 reported that the Student Union is organizing a Beat the Police: Game Night in the Usdan Student Center game room this Thursday evening. Berin added that he worked with The Office of Facilities Services to have the roads around Grad housing salted due to the significant amount of ice in the area. -Andrew WingensCorrection: This article originally failed to include one of the senators involved in planning the first-year and sophomore formal event. Senator for Rosenthal Quad Elizabeth Fields '13 is also involved.Correction: This article originally misspelled the given name of a senator. His name is Dillon Harvey, not Dylan Harvey.
(01/25/11 5:00am)
At the beginning of this semester, the campus bookstore began offering rental and digital textbooks in addition to new and used books, a decision based on discussions between University administration and the bookstore that took place at the end of the fall semester, according to store manager for the bookstore Stacey Jackson. Senior Vice President of Administration Mark Collins, who was involved in the decision-making process, wrote in an e-mail to the Justice that his office supported the decision to offer rental and digital textbooks in order to give students more variety when shopping at the bookstore. According to Jackson, "many, many" students have chosen to utilize the new textbook offerings and have given positive feedback toward the change in bookstore policy, which "a handful of other college bookstores" started piloting in spring 2010.With the new textbook rental program, students are able to save up to 55 percent off the price of a new textbook, Jackson wrote in an e-mail to the Justice. "Students can write or highlight in up to 25% of the book, and need to return the book to us by May 16 in good condition," she wrote, further explaining that students can convert textbook rentals into textbook purchases during the first two weeks of classes. Although the bookstore has offered digital textbooks for several years, this is the first semester the bookstore is offering textbook rentals.Jackson wrote that one of the biggest changes in the bookstore as a result of the new textbook offerings is the increased customer service at the bookstore."Our staff will talk students through all their textbook options-rental, used, new, and digital -and help students determine which is the best fit for them," she wrote. She also expressed satisfaction with the performance of the bookstore employees. Rachel Parkin '11, in an interview with the Justice, said, "I was very happy to see that they had it as an option on the website." "If you have to pay so much for a book sometimes you don't even want to read it . so it's good for people to have the option."Rawda Aljawhary '13, said in an interview with the Justice that she usually purchases used textbooks from places like Chegg.com or Textbooks.com because "they are really putting students' interest as the first and foremost goal." She said that she was happy to see that the bookstore started to offer rental textbooks, but she still chose not to rent from the bookstore. "Chegg was cheaper than the school rental," she explained.-Andrew Wingens contributed reporing.
(11/16/10 5:00am)
At the Nov. 14 Student Union Senate meeting, the Senate passed a Senate Money Resolution that allocated $25 to be used for a 'DeisBikes logo enhancement contest. Senator for East Quad Albert Feldman '13, presented the SMR. Feldman also announced that tickets for Turkey Shuttles to New York City, Logan International Airport and South Station can still be purchased and none of the buses were sold out at the time of the meeting. The Senate also chartered four new clubs. Included among them was the Bridge Club, represented by Adam Grossack '14, a world champion bridge player.The Brandeis Labor Coalition, which promotes fair labor practices and assures that there are fair trade products available to students, was chartered. The coalition said that it will hold a custodian appreciation event in the Shapiro Campus Center next week. Students for Tibet was chartered after a lengthy discussion about the club. The organization stated it will work to raise awareness about the situation between China and Tibet and attempt to create an atmosphere of constructive dialogue about Tibet. Senator for Ziv Quad Mark Levi '12, Senator for the Class of 2014 Mitchell Schwartz and Senator for the Class of 2011 Abraham Berin spoke to support chartering Students for Tibet. Senator-at-Large Aziz Sohail '13 spoke in between. The Anthropology Club was also chartered and members said it would distinguish itself from the Anthropology Undergraduate Departmental Representatives by organizing field trips and events for sustainable change. During senator reports, Sohail said he is exploring the possibility of an Islam Awareness Week with the Muslim Student Association and he is interested in Student Union support. Berin said he is working with administrators to improve campus security and transportation. Village Quad Senator Missy Skolnik '12 said she is exploring an intercollegiate speed-dating event. -Andrew Wingens
(10/19/10 4:00am)
At the Oct. 17 Student Union Senate meeting, the Senate swore in Senator for Ridgewood Lisa Melmed '12, Senator for the?Mods Tyrone Calliste '11 and Junior Representative to the Board of Trustees Adam Hughes '12.Student Union President Daniel Acheampong '11 announced the results of the survey conducted last week regarding cage-free eggs. According to Acheampong, 682 students responded "yes" and 82 students responded "no" to the question: "Would you support Brandeis Dining Services switching to serving and purchasing exclusively cage-free eggs?" 472 students responded "yes" and 290 students responded "no" when asked: "Would you support a switch if it entailed an increase in the cost of the meal plan amounting to roughly $5 per semester?" Acheampong said he is working on finding the exact cost that a switch to campuswide cage-free eggs would entail.Student Union Treasurer Akash Vadalia '12 reported on the Senate's budget. He explained that the Senate is allocated a total of $22,500 for the 2010 to 2011 academic year. Vadalia recommended that the Senate spend $12,000 during the fall semester and $10,500 during the spring semester. Vadalia also recommended that the Senate spend $6,000 on shuttles to New York City and Logan International Airport during the holiday season and $4,500 on the midnight buffet typically held during the fall semester. In order to raise money, Vadalia said the Senate should consider raising ticket prices for shuttle buses.The Senate passed a Senate Money Resolution to allocate $250 toward purchasing pumpkins for an upcoming pumpkin painting and carving event in East Quad.Senator for East Quad Albert Feldman '13 proposed the resolution and will coordinate the event with the Department of Community Living.-Andrew Wingens
(09/21/10 4:00am)
The Student Union Senate agreed to further assist Brandeis Pakistan Relief. Founded by Senator-at-Large Abdul-Aziz Sohail '13, the group works to provide aid for the millions of Pakistanis who have been affected by the recent floods. A Pakistan relief fund dinner is planned for Sept. 28th, and the cost of attendance will be $15.The Senate unanimously confirmed Usman Hameedi '12 as a representative to the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee. The UCC is comprised of Dean of Arts and Sciences Adam Jaffe, seven faculty members and three undergraduate students. The committee supervises all undergraduate educational activities. The Senate unanimously approved a name change for VOCAL Poetry (previously known as VOCAL). VOCAL poetry is an organization that works to combine poetic arts and community involvement. Assistant Treasurer to the Senate Neladri Bose '12 discussed the Senate's budget and possible funding for clubs, such as the Brandeis Pakistan Relief. The senators reported on a variety of projects. Executive Senator and Senator for the Class of 2012 Abby Kulawitz suggested language tables for students learning foreign languages, and this project is ongoing. In addition, Student Union members met with representatives of the Crystal Shuttle and discussed placing GPS systems on the shuttles. The senators agreed to explore replacing the broken Kosher cups at Sherman Dining Hall and posting nutrition facts at dining locations throughout the campus. They also discussed recording Senate meetings and posting them on the WBRS website. Ice machines are also on the Student Union's agenda. -Andrew Wingens
(09/07/10 4:00am)
Student Union President Daniel Acheampong '11 announced that his main objectives for the Student Union include involving students and working with the administration in the process of filling new roles on campus. He said he met with President-elect Frederick Lawrence and is working with the administration during the transition process. Student Union Secretary Herbie Rosen '12 reported that the Student Union will hold information sessions to better involve and inform first-years. Director of Communications Andrea Ortega '13 announced her mission to optimize the image of the Student Union. She wants to more effectively portray the goals and actions of the Student Union to the general student body. Ortega said she would work closely with the campus media outlets to achieve this goal. Ridgewood Senator Beau Bonness '11 and Nipun Marwaha '12 were confirmed as co-chairs of COW-G, the Campus Operation Working Group. They plan to expand the role of COW-G by encouraging students to actively report broken items around campus to COW-G. The Senate approved a new constitution for the Brandeis Aviation Club, previously named the Brandeis Flight Club.The new constitution will make it easier for the club to appropriate funds and increase student involvement in going on flights and taking part in other related activities on campus. The club said it will broaden its membership and is coordinating with Lawrence on a fly-by over the school.The Senate also approved a charter for the Tea Party. The stated purpose of the Tea Party is to bring dialogue and education to campus. Senator for the Class of 2012 Abby Kulawitz said some of her goals are to create leadership development sessions for new club leaders and to start language tables to help students studying foreign languages learn. The senators agreed to explore providing ice machines or other means of getting ice cubes to students. -Andrew Wingens
