Chelsea Desrochers
150 words cannot completely explain the vigour I will exert in my duties as a governor. As many know, Aristotle believed we are all political animals. However, some are more inclined to political matters than others; which is why you should elect me, Chelsea Desrochers, to represent you as a member of the board of governors. I am very interested in this position, and if elected, will devote my time to the board so Trent University can function prosperously and grow.
I will hear the student’s plight, echoing my own, while still maintaining the balance of respect to the financial limitations the university is presented with. As a first year student, it may not seem as if I have much to offer, but I will bring my current experiences to the decision making processes, aspiring to gain new political understanding. My passion, diligence, and ambition will guarantee my commitment to this board. I make no campaign promises beyond my commitment, as well as keeping an open mind and listening to the student body and staff. I wish the other candidates good luck and thank you for the consideration to be elected for student governor.
David Feeley
As a part-time student at Trent University, I appreciate the pressures of juggling a family, career and continuing education. I feel that my experience in the workplace and in several local agencies will enable me to assist the Trent Board of Governors in ensuring that the voice of the part- time student is heard. Special considerations must be offered to these students to assist them in balancing their studies and other responsibilities.
My working career in Peterborough spans 20 years with Cogeco Cable as Manager of Programming and Community Relations. I have come to appreciate the diverse Peterborough community and the pivotal role that Trent University plays. When offered the opportunity to continue my formal education, Trent was my first preference.
My community involvement, most recently as President of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Peterborough has taught me the importance of serving my community and the obligation of giving back. On completion of my term with Big Brothers this spring, I am looking for a new challenge to serve people like me who share a desire for knowledge and personal growth.
The part-time students at Trent University have diverse and special needs that must be recognized as an integral part of the student body. They must have a dedicated voice at the table. I am excited at the prospect of representing my fellow part-time students as their representative on the Board of Governors.
Chris Hall
As a fourth year part-time student I am earning my joint honours degree in Philosophy and Business in combination with an Emphasis in Applied Ethics. For the past two years I have had the opportunity to volunteer on several committees. In 2009 I held the part-time student seat 00 the Undergraduate Academic Policy Committee. This was a valued experience. The openness, trust, and respect within the committee facilitated the ease by which we contributed to improving the welfare for all students and the ability of the University to accomplish its mandate of providing quality education.
Since this initial foray into volunteerism at Trent, I have continued to engage myself in a variety of volunteer administrative activities. Currently I volunteer my efforts as Student Representative to the Philosophy Department, and as a representative on both the Teaching Awards Subcommittee, and the CUPE Awards Committee.
In addition, and of equal importance, I hold a student seat on the Board of Directors at Sadleir House.
It is my hope that I will be asked to represent the needs and concerns of the student body and those of Trent University while occupying the Julian Blackburn College seat on the Board of Governors.
Brandon Koebel
Brandon Koebel is completing his first year of undergraduate studies at Trent University, and is the recipient of the Trent Board of Governors’ Leadership Scholarship. Brandon was elected to the Board of Governors in the fall 2010 By-Election with his term ending on June 30, 2011.
A second term on the Board of Governors will give Brandon the opportunity to continue expressing the student voice on issues surrounding Trent’s future development. Brandon is involved with the Concurrent-Education Student Association as a Member at Large and is an employee at the Trent Community Sport and Recreation Centre.
In the past Brandon has been involved in many community organizations. Brandon has been involved with the Brockton Environmental Advisory Committee, Bluewater Radio, Ripples of Change and Relay for Life. Throughout his high school years, Brandon served as Editor for the Yearbook Committee while also serving two terms as Treasurer for the Sacred Heart Student Council. In 2009, Brandon was privileged with the opportunity to be onboard the first student mission trip from his high school.
Brandon has a passion for environmental stewardship, a factor which brought him to Trent University. In 2008, Brandon organized an environmental symposium called Facing the Inconvenient Truth. Brandon brings strong leadership skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic to all tasks he is involved in. He looks forward to the opportunity to serve Trent University on the Board of Governors for a two year term.
