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UGBC Student Assembly Confirms Bourff As New Executive Vice President

Andrew Skaras • November 24, 2014

Last night, the Student Assembly (SA) voted 32-0 with two abstentions to confirm Connor Bourff, vice president of Student Initiatives (VPSI) and A&S ’15, as the new executive vice president (EVP) of UGBC. He replaces Chris Marchese, A&S ’15, who stepped down from the position last week.

Cooking Series Turns Students Into Chefs

Kayla Fernando • November 24, 2014

UGBC and BC Dining teamed up to teach nine students how to make easy, delicious Thanksgiving dishes.

After Backlash, UGBC Leaders Reconsider Legitimacy Of Succession

Andrew Skaras • November 20, 2014

UGBC President Nanci Fiore-Chettiar announced yesterday that the UGBC Executive Council has decided to seek confirmation from the Student Assembly for the appointment of Connor Bourff to the position of UGBC Executive Vice President.

Former UGBC VP Chris Marchese Compelled By Office Of Student Involvement To Resign

Connor Farley • November 20, 2014

After initially stating that he voluntarily resigned from his position as Executive Vice President (EVP) of UGBC, Chris Marchese, A&S ’15, said yesterday that his decision was based on an ultimatum delivered by Director of the Office of Student Involvement (OSI) Gus Burkett to either resign or be forcefully removed from UGBC for conduct-related matters.

Recommendations For Student Guide Revisions

The Heights Editorial Board • November 20, 2014

As the Dean of Students' Office works on revising the Student Guide with the Office of Student Involvement and UGBC, these are some concerns they should keep in mind.

LTE: A Clear Breach Of Procedure

The Heights • November 20, 2014

UGBC's approach to finding a new EVP was in blatant violation of the Constitution. The entire episode was disheartening, and it reflected a serious lack of transparency.

Okay, Time For Another ‘Happy’ Video

John Wiley • November 20, 2014

Allowing our vision of BC to obscure the realities of it ultimately damage that initial vision and close the school off from new possibilities.

LTE: An Open Letter To The Student Body From The UGBC Executive Council

The Heights • November 19, 2014

The Executive Council of UGBC apologizes for the process by which it chose the replacement for Chris Marchese as Executive Vice President and for the lack of transparency in the process. The has been re-evaluated, and the appointment of Connor Bourff as Marchese's replacement will be subject to Student Assembly approval, as per the Constitution

Process For Choosing New EVP Reveals Troubling Disregard For UGBC’s Constitution

The Heights Editorial Board • November 17, 2014

The process by which UGBC selected its new Executive Vice President after the resignation of Chris Marchese was inconsistent with the protocol outlined in the Constitution. This reveals a disconcerting disregard for the contract between the student government and the student body.

UGBC Executive Vice President Chris Marchese Steps Down

Connor Farley and Andrew Skaras • November 17, 2014

UGBC Executive Vice President Chris Marchese, A&S '15 confirmed tonight that he has stepped down from his role for "personal reasons."

Administrators And UGBC Act To Revise, Clarify Student Guide

Connor Farley • November 13, 2014

Produced by the Dean of Students Office (DOS) and revised on an annual basis, the Student Guide has become the subject of a joint effort by both University administrators and members of UGBC to clarify, renew, and better publicize issues surrounding free speech and the right to organize on campus for student groups.

A Collaborative Path To A Better Student Guide

The Heights Editorial Board • November 13, 2014

The Dean of Students' Office is currently rewriting the Student Guide, a much needed action. It is commendable that they are involving students in the process, and students should take advantage of the opportunity to share their view.