Spring '09

Dear 'Canes:

Happy New Year and welcome back! The Spring 2009 semester is here and we are very excited for what is in store. Throughout the Fall semester we have worked on completing many projects that impact you. From ZipCar to extended dining hours to more commuter parking by the Wellness Center and UBikes all over campus, we have worked very hard to make our University that much better. Coming into 2009 we have many goals and are already working on several projects. The ZipCar program has expanded by the addition of two more vehicles at Mahoney/Pearson, 300 more UBikes are on their way and we continue to work on ESPNU, online registration, improved advising, our GreenU promises and much more! Click here for an update on all of our projects. We will continue to update our Initiatives page throughout the semester to keep you informed.

Also, elections are coming up! If you are interested in running for the Executive Board or for Senate please check back soon for more information.

Lastly, from the beginning the most important thing is hearing from you. Our Campus Involvement Committee: "Keeping The Commitment" will be asking to come and speak with several student organizations about how SG can continue to serve you. We will also hold several "Speak Up, Speak Out" events all over campus to get feedback from you. Let us know how we can continue to serve you! The promises are being kept but we have to do more to continue to serve you best. Please let us know how we can do that.

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon

November Already?

Dear 'Canes:

Where has the semester gone? We have seen a lot happen during these short few months and here we are, already in November. SG is continuing to work on completing many projects that impact you. ZipCar is here and we are in the process on expanding the fleet to add more cars! The dining hours are extended to 9:30pm on Mon-Thurs and Starbucks is now open until 10pm on Sundays. Parking by the Wellness Center is all-access, UBikes are all over campus (with another 300 bikes coming next semester) and we are still working on ESPNU, online registration, improved advising, our GreenU promises and much more! Click here for an update on all of our projects. We will continue to update our Initiatives page throughout the semester.

The most important thing is hearing from you. Our Campus Involvement Committee: "Keeping The Commitment" will be asking to come and speak with several student organizations about how SG can continue to serve you. We will also hold several "Speak Up, Speak Out" events all over campus to get feedback from you. Let us know how we can continue to serve you! The promises are being kept but we have to do more to continue to serve you best. Please let us know how we can do that.

If you are going home for the Thanksgiving Break sign up for free transportation to the airport. Click here to reserve your spot today!

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon

GET OUT THE V O T E !

Dear 'Canes:

It's time to Get Out The Vote! Election Day is coming up on Tuesday, 11/4. Make sure to vote at the BankUnited Center, we can make the difference! We have had a great lecture series this year with outstanding speakers as a part of the "Dialogue for Democracy." Throughout the semester the university explored key issues driving the upcoming presidential election. It is important that we make our voice heard and VOTE!

On another note, SG is continuing to work on completing many projects that impact you. ZipCar is here, dining hours are extended to 9:30pm on Mon-Thurs, Starbucks is now open until 10pm on Sundays, the parking lot by the Wellness Center is all-access, UBikes are all over campus and we are still working on ESPNU, online registration, improved advising, our GreenU promises and much more! Click here for an update on all of our projects. We will continue to update our Initiatives page throughout the semester.

We also want to hear from you. Our Campus Involvement Committee: "Keeping The Commitment" will be asking to come and speak with several student organizations about how SG can continue to serve you. We will also hold several "Speak Up, Speak Out" events all over campus to get feedback from you. Let us know how we can continue to serve you!

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon

HOMECOMING!

Dear 'Canes:

Welcome to the most spirited and exciting time of the year...Homecoming! There is a great schedule planned for this year including Opening Ceremonies, Alma Mater, the Parade, an concert from N.E.R.D. and of course Hurricane Howl and Alumni Ave. It all culminates in the Homecoming game against Wake Forest on Oct. 25 at Dolphin Stadium. Make sure you get to as many events as possible because this is the best time to be a Miami Hurricane!

On another note, Election Day is coming up on November 4. Make sure to vote at the BankUnited Center, we can make the difference! We have had great guest speakers as a part of the "Dialogue for Democracy." Throughout the semester the university will explore key issues driving the upcoming presidential election.On that note, there are a few vacant senate seats within SG that are open for interviews. Please visit Get Involved to apply! If you didn't get your free 20% Off coupon to Denny's during SG elections, click here to print it out!

SG is continuing to work on completing many projects that impact you. ZipCar is here, dining hours are extended to 9:30pm on Mon-Thurs, Starbucks is now open until 10pm on Sundays, the parking lot by the Wellness Center is all-access, UBikes are all over campus and we are still working on ESPNU, online registration, improved advising, our GreenU promises and much more! Click here for an update on all of our projects. We will continue to update our Initiatives page throughout the semester.

We also want to hear from you. Our Campus Involvement Committee: "Keeping Our Commitment" will be asking to come and speak with several student organizations about how SG can continue to serve you. We will also hold several "Speak Up, Speak Out" events all over campus to get feedback from you. Let us know how we can continue to serve you!

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon

Campaign Season...

Dear 'Canes:

A month into the semester already and we've already had a great start to the year. With great speakers including presidential candidate Barack Obama, the university is really preparing us for the upcoming elections. They hope to bring John McCain before the election as well. This series is all part of the "Dialogue for Democracy" where throughout the semester the university will explore key issues driving the upcoming presidential election. Don't forget to register to vote! October 6th is the last day to register in Florida!

Speaking of elections, Senate elections for Student Government are taking place from Mon. 9/22 through Wed. 9/24. Results will be announced at the Rat Wed. 9/24 at 5:00 p.m. Please be sure to stop by the UC Breezeway to vote for your representatives. Everyone that votes will receive a 20% Off coupon to Denny's!

SG is continuing to work on completing many projects that impact you. ZipCar is here, dining hours are extended to 9:30pm on Mon-Thurs, the parking lot by the Wellness Center is all-access, UBikes are all over campus and we are still working on ESPNU, online registration, improved advising, our GreenU promises and much more! Click here for an update on all of our projects. We will continue to update our Initiatives page throughout the semester.

We also want to hear from you. Our Campus Involvement Committee will be asking to come and speak with several student organizations about how SG can continue to serve you. We will also hold several "Speak Up, Speak Out" events all over campus to get feedback from you.

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon

Welcome to Hurricane Season!

Hey all,

We're a few weeks and a few hurricane threats into the semester but everything seems to be running smoothly. We continue to work on many of our platform promises as well as some other issues that you have brought to our attention. One issue that we are currently working on addressing is the new UPrint service. Many issues have been brought to us and we are diligently seeking the resolutions to many of them. Student organizations will have an option coming soon but please direct your feedback to me and we will continue to work on your behalf.

ZipCar has arrived and the cars are be parked by the Hecht/Stanford parking area. Rent a ZipCar hourly ($8/hr) or by the day ($65/day) --gas and insurance are included, and you only have to be 18+ to rent! There have also been several other projects including extended dining hours (to 9:30pm), all-access parking by the Wellness Center and more UBikes should be coming in soon. For more information on all of these SG projects and updates on some other things that we continue to work on click here!

Throughout the year we will be going around to various student groups to ask how we can continue to serve you. If you would like us to come to your group about any issue please e-mail our Campus Involvement Committee. Also, please feel free to e-mail me at any time or stop by our office UC214. We are looking forward to continuing serving you!

Go 'Canes!

-Brandon