Editor's note: In the March 19 print edition, The Beacon published the wrong platform for Treasurer candidate Bryan Chipman. The correct platform is below. The Beacon regrets the error.
I want to increase communication between ASUP and the student body. If elected as treasurer, I will make sure there is constant communication between myself and the clubs, so that they are getting the most out of their budgets and that their monies are being spent.
I want to increase the accountability of the Executive board as well as ASUP. Students need to know that we are being responsible with their desires and acting on them, and I will ensure they know that their fees are being spent wisely.
My final goal would be to increase the transparency and involvement of ASUP and the Financial Management Board. It is important that students are involved and know what is going on with their student government and Executive Board, and that their desires are being met.
My main goal is to obtain more money for clubs. We can do that through activities such as fundraising events and contacting donors. Not only that but I want clubs to have the funds to put on more events in order to increase the diversity of events available to students on campus. Not only that, I’m going to strongly encourage students to found new clubs and keep increasing diversity on campus.
I would like to make ASUP more relevant in the lives of students at the University of Portland. I want to have clubs spend 100% of their budget by the end of Spring Semester. I will use my position on the ASUP Executive Board to encourage student involvement on campus, particularly attendance to sporting events. I will ensure that the administration will be held accountable on their promises to students, and I will provide an outlet for students to voice their concerns and opinions to the University administration.
