The KSU Commissioner election is taking place tomorrow. May 2nd, with two candidates contesting for the role of KSU Social Policy and Education Commissioner. The Third Eye and Insite have reached out to both candidates to gain an insight as to why they are running for this role and what their plan is should they be elected.
Here’s what Kristina Felice Pace had to say:
What motivated you to run for the position of KSU Social Policy & Education Commissioner, and what do you hope to achieve in this role?
Activism has always been a value instilled in me since I was a little girl. I believe that through healthy debates and working together to achieve results within the commission, students have the opportunity to act a catalyst for change. Having the ability to facilitate this has motivated me to run for the KSU Social Policy & Education role.
Moreover, Felice Pace stated that she thrives on having a full timetable; from singing, piano, and her daily lectures. She believes that being able to juggle several extracurricular activities and meeting people from all walks of life has taught her to look at things from different perspectives, which she believes is essential when working with and addressing student concerns.
Felice Pace has also formed part of the Earth System Association (ESA) for two years, regarding it as an “extremely fruitful experience“. Her role within the organisation has taught her to “work and collaborate with other entities, effectively bridging the gap between the IES (Institute of Earth Systems) and its students, whilst giving me the platform to continue advocating for the environment.“
Felice Pace’s manifesto emphasised the importance of providing student organisations with a platform to discuss issues with the Commissioner as she believes the commission allows for “organisations to collaborate and engage in healthy debates.” These debates and discussions are essential as they give a voice to the students and enhance their university experience. Felice Pace promises to listen to every concern and issue brought up, hence emphasising the importance of organisations attending such meetings.
While students might not be as aware of the Commission as student organisations are, Felice Pace plans on addressing the gap between Commissioner and students by initiating “a social media campaign to not only publicise the commission and what it entails but to also showcase the work of the commission to the general student body.”
Her goal is for more students to voice their concerns and opinions to the Commissioner, hence allowing students to have a space where they feel heard and their issues can be addressed.
On behalf of The Third Eye and Insite, we wish both candidates the best of luck!