2008 Woodie Awards
A Message from the YSU President
Ayal Frist
Issue date: 12/27/04 Section: Opinion
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The familiar refrain I hear from students today is the same one that I heard as a young freshman on campus, and it probably didn't start then either. I'm sure that for decades students at Yeshiva, and at other college campuses as well, have been grumbling in their beer, wondering if their lackadaisical student government will ever begin taking action and providing for the students who have elected them.
My intention as president is to be that guy, the one that people can count on to work for the student body. The question I go to sleep with at night and wake up to in the morning is "How can I help you?" A list of what's been happening to date: The sophomores had a dinner at Mendy's, the juniors enjoyed a class picnic and ice skating, and the seniors had a class diner at Talias Steak House. As for music, there was the Battle of the Bands and the Chanukah concert. Other events have been the Russian Shabbaton in St. Louis, free food from Dougies during game seven of the Yankee-Red Sox series, and a night of billiards. Walid Shoebat spoke to the students about his life experiences. Also, I am proud that the Commentator has been appearing on schedule with dependable, first rate reporting, analyses and news.
There is so much going on at Yeshiva University, so many issues begging to be addressed, deserving of attention and resources, and a tons of event ideas screaming to be acted upon.
A big concern is obviously the security issues that are on the minds of many IHP residents. Don Summers and Burns Security are working round the clock to ensure that the safety of Yeshiva students is not compromised. New posts have been created and other precautions have been and will continue to be established for your protection.
Once we're safe though, its time to have fun! I have been approached with a plethora of event ideas and have some that I'm throwing out there as well. Look around at the signs stapled and taped all over campus, whether you love Israel, socializing, Chabad, skiing, music, or even if you're a skiing Chabadnick that likes socializing to Israeli music, chances are we have the event for you. I have taken it upon myself to see that no week is left without something to be done, and no student interest goes unattended.
Also, deans are being talked to, rebbeim met with, faculty bothered. A lot is being done, but plenty more can be accomplished, too. I would love to hear your thoughts on how well we, the student council, have been performing thus far for the first half of the school year, and of course, your input on how you would like the next half to play out.
Run your school. It's yours.
My intention as president is to be that guy, the one that people can count on to work for the student body. The question I go to sleep with at night and wake up to in the morning is "How can I help you?" A list of what's been happening to date: The sophomores had a dinner at Mendy's, the juniors enjoyed a class picnic and ice skating, and the seniors had a class diner at Talias Steak House. As for music, there was the Battle of the Bands and the Chanukah concert. Other events have been the Russian Shabbaton in St. Louis, free food from Dougies during game seven of the Yankee-Red Sox series, and a night of billiards. Walid Shoebat spoke to the students about his life experiences. Also, I am proud that the Commentator has been appearing on schedule with dependable, first rate reporting, analyses and news.
There is so much going on at Yeshiva University, so many issues begging to be addressed, deserving of attention and resources, and a tons of event ideas screaming to be acted upon.
A big concern is obviously the security issues that are on the minds of many IHP residents. Don Summers and Burns Security are working round the clock to ensure that the safety of Yeshiva students is not compromised. New posts have been created and other precautions have been and will continue to be established for your protection.
Once we're safe though, its time to have fun! I have been approached with a plethora of event ideas and have some that I'm throwing out there as well. Look around at the signs stapled and taped all over campus, whether you love Israel, socializing, Chabad, skiing, music, or even if you're a skiing Chabadnick that likes socializing to Israeli music, chances are we have the event for you. I have taken it upon myself to see that no week is left without something to be done, and no student interest goes unattended.
Also, deans are being talked to, rebbeim met with, faculty bothered. A lot is being done, but plenty more can be accomplished, too. I would love to hear your thoughts on how well we, the student council, have been performing thus far for the first half of the school year, and of course, your input on how you would like the next half to play out.
Run your school. It's yours.