William Kelly
Photographer/Student Designer
Nervous jitters, leg shaking, and nail biting anxiety clouded the auditorium of College of Engineering on March 30 as Jackson State University held its 2015-2016 Student Government Association (SGA) candidate speeches.
The freshman class of 2018, Thee GreatOne8, set the tone for those who followed with their confidence and mic presence.
“I feel the candidates will make an impact compared to my previous years of SGA candidacy. I know that these candidates will fulfill their talk and bring everything that they have to the table,” said Shontrice Garrett, a senior mathematics major from East St. Louis, Ill.
Each class candidate spoke to the student body and other candidates present, stating their campaign platforms.
Following the freshman class, Thee Elite Class of 2017 candidates took the stage. Loud screams and cheers filled the auditorium as the candidates approached the podium.
Sterlen Griffin, a freshman accounting major from Madison, Miss., was impressed by the speeches of many of the candidates.
“I think that the creativity put into people’s speeches shows that they actually care and they are not just running for a position,” said Griffin.
Immediately following the sophomore class, was the class of 2016, Thee Superb 16. Each class created a humorous atmosphere as they yelled class chants and teased other classmates.
Savannah Greene, a freshman chemistry major from Detroit, Mich., is expecting a very positive and fulfilling experience for the 2015-2016 academic school year.
“I look forward to better school spirit and an overall more welcoming atmosphere for all students, regardless of their classification,” said Greene.
Last but not least, Thee Extreme and Supreme senior class, including the seven candidates for Miss JSU and three candidates for the position of SGA President, demanded immediate attention from the crowd by interacting with the students in unique and fun ways.
The overall experience included laughter between candidates and the student body when candidates made errors, held sing-a-longs with candidates, and relayed heart-touching childhood stories.
Jauan Knight, a freshman running from SGA Justice received a standing ovation from the crowd.
“Jauan Knight personally stood out the most. I believe this is because I was unfamiliar with him as a classmate but I feel like I know him enough now due to him being humble, genuine, and open with TheGreatOne8!,” said Jennifer Wiles, a freshman mass communications major from New Orleans, La.
Formal SGA debates will take place today, April 2, in the Student Center Theater from 5 -7 p.m. and JSU students will head to the polls on April 10 from 9 a.m. – to 4 p.m. in the Student Center, Room 3250. Results will be announced at 5 p.m.
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