Candidate Profile

Jack LaMorte

(He/Him)

Alyla Ditiangkin

(She/Her)

Our team believes that the way to build lasting success at U of I is to extend a helping hand to all parts of our diverse campus. This means that all students should feel supported in their pursuit of professional opportunities, a strong social life, and the expression of their personal beliefs. First and foremost, the Student Council has a responsibility to make all groups feel safe on campus through careful coordination with the administration. As President, I pledge to work with the University in standing against targeted acts of violence. As for ensuring student success after college, we believe that the resources of the Student Council should be used to provide more post-graduate opportunities. To start, we will increase access to pre-professional clubs, host campus-wide networking events with potential employers, and make sure that students have the essentials - like affordable dress attire. Even moreso, the Student Council must be used to support student success while in college. This means ending food insecurity on campus - first by providing more meal tickets and giving free access to dining halls to those who need it. Finally, to create a more social campus we believe that each student should have the ability to choose their own direction and be supported by the University equally. As President, I will make sure to keep in strong contact with different parts of our campus; ranging from Greek Life, to the Cultural Centers, to religious organizations and beyond. There are massive resources at our disposal, and they have gone to waste under past leadership. It is time to put the Student Council to work for the students. Support LaMorte