Vote for SGA representatives

Voting will begin Monday, April 13 at 9 a.m. and will run through April 17 until 5 p.m.

Students can vote by accessing the website

www3.austincc.edu/it/sga/

Any questions should be addressed to SGA Adviser, Jose Aaron Hinojosa.

Joshua Bacak

Today community college students face many daunting tasks such as transportation, tuition costs, and finding support services. I know that I am the person best suited to solve these problems as your Student Government President.

While serving five years in the Marine Corps I worked hard to gain the rank of Corporal. As a Marine, I learned that through hard work and tenacity, any problem can be solved and any task accomplished. I have displayed leadership in student government by serving in the office of South Austin Campus Senator and subsequently rising to the rank of Senate Co-Chair after having been in Student Government just over one semester. Because of these experiences, I know I have the ability to lead Student Government as its President.

I have had many opportunities to serve the student body of ACC. Over the past six months, I lobbied in Washington, D.C. on behalf of ACC during the National Community College Legislative Summit and the American Student Government Conference. I am also currently a student representative on the Student Services Council where I voted for expanding student registration deadlines to help ease the time constraints placed on students. One of my most noticeable achievements was Black Out; an event that I created, planned, and help implemented which over one hundred and fifty students attended.

So remember on April 13 - April 17 to vote for the candidate with both the leadership and proven record of helping students. Vote for Josh Bacak for SGA President.

Jonathan Sack

My name is Jonathan Sack, and I am currently serving in SGA as one of two Northridge Campus Senators. I am very pleased to have had the privilege of representing the students of ACC, and I hope to bring my experience along with me to The President's office. I want to continue to represent you; the students of ACC and work hard to bring about the changes you want to see. I promise to bring strong leadership to the office of The President so that ACC can continue to grow as an institution that we can all be proud of.

One of my favorite tasks to take on as a representative of the students has been working with administrators. Although administrators at ACC are generally willing to act based on student recommendations, the administration needs to continue to hear the voice of the SGA loud and clear in order to be able to address issues that have an effect on students.

Because SGA is meant to represent the students, it is essential that students be kept aware of how the student representation system works. Unfortunately, many students are unaware of SGA. I will work to increase SGA visibility on campuses, and work with the various Senators to be available to meet with their constituents frequently on campus. Through increased interaction, and better communication, we can ensure your concerns are addressed, your needs are fulfilled, and your future at ACC is filled with all the opportunities that our college can provide.

Christine Sattler

When I joined SGA, it was weak, had little credibility and there were about fifteen members involved. SGA has catapulted from 15 people to over 35. In the past few semesters, SGA has accomplished more than it has in its entire history.

As a result of being a veteran in SGA, starting as a senator of North Ridge, then elected to the secretary position, I have a strong understanding of what SGA's purpose is and why it is important. SGA bridges the space between students, the community and administration. How are students to communicate with authority if they have no access to voice to their concerns? How are the Board of Trustees supposed to know what is best for students and the community if there is no one the students can talk to? SGA mends that gap creating positive influence for improvement. I care for the problems of my fellow students seeing that I am one. In the time I have spent in SGA I have formed relationships with administrators of ACC. They are responsive to all that I have brought forth to them directly from the opinions of my constituents.

Seeing SGA grow, I know change does not come from an individual; it is a collaboration of individuals who want something great. I know I cannot inflict change without support and help from my constituents and from the members of SGA. I am willing to listen and work for the betterment of all ACC students.

All candidate platform essays printed unedited as submitted to SGA.