The Senate convened on March 8 for a productive meeting. The Senate ratified Whitman Chess Club as an official ASWC club, and voted to adequately fund the Climbing Club’s Red Rocks trip.  ASWC also confirmed the new Pio and KWCW leadership for next year! ASWC is pleased to announce that Sarah Cornett ’16 will serve as the Pio’s Editor-in-Chief, and Marra Clay ‘17 will be the Publisher. The Senate also confirmed Carolyn Erving ‘16 for the position of KWCW General Manager. All of the new leaders are extensively qualified, capable, and innovative. The future of these organizations rests in great hands!

The Health Center has long been a topic of interest and concern within the student body, and last night action was taken to increase student involvement in this process. The Senate passed an act to form a committee, which will serve as a liaison between the Health Center and the student body. The Senate expects this change to positively affect student relations with the Health Center and offer students an opportunity to engage with this important component of the community.

On another note, ASWC is busily in the heart of nominations and election season. Information on how to fill out a petition is available on the ASWC website, as are details on the Election Scholarship Fund. Please spread the word– especially as we leave campus for spring break, increasing community conversations regarding elections will ensure a successful nominations season!