Nash, Brandy: President

If I were president of SAU, I have no idea what I would do. Most people have a lot of complaints and ideas about how to change or fix things here at SAU. I can think of a few things; however, none of those things are drastic changes that could be made. The little things that I can think of are creating more parking area, upgrading computer software, and more study areas. These minor problems may or may not be easily solved, but I would choose to eliminate as many of the minor problems as possible.

            

Parking has become a very frustrating problem here at Southern Arkansas University. Honors Hall had little to no problems with parking a short while ago; however, Honors College has increased in size, and the parking is no longer sufficient for its residents. One way to fix this problem would be for a special parking permit to park in the Honors parking lot, or an Honors ONLY parking lot could be created. Either way, something has to be done. Finding a parking space is very time consuming and extremely annoying.

            

Upgrading computer software is another minor change that could be made to the SAU campus. Software such as Microsoft Word is widely used by students, and the newest versions of the software should be kept at hand for student and faculty use. Often, the newer software has a faster and easier way of doing things. That is the point of an upgrade. Improving the speed and ease of work makes for a friendly environment and attracts potential students.

            

Studying can be very difficult for students. Even more difficult than studying is a study friendly environment. The library has study areas on campus, and there are many nooks and crannies that students find on campus to use for studying. However, as the population here at Southern Arkansas University has increased, the spaces to use for studying have decreased. If there could be a building built or secured for only studying, then students grades would likely improve. Why? Some students have a very difficult time studying with noise or other people around. I know that for me, it is very frustrating and tedious to study with other people nearby. I cannot even have another person in the room while I study because it distracts me. Space designated for only studying would be a huge advantage to students and more over the university.

            

Although many people could find a lot to complain about, I generally love everything about SAU. If I were president, the only things I would really want to do are those listed above. More important than those concerns are the students that I would be held responsible for. I would make it my mission to always have an open door and open ears. That is what makes a president great. Any president can handle tasks, but it takes a great president to care about the people he or she is providing a service to.