The three slates running in the Student Government Association elections will have their last chance to challenge each other in the final debate.
The full slate debate, which includes each member of the three slates, will be hosted at 8 p.m. tonight in Pruis Hall. WCRD and SGA will co-host the debate, led by SGA debate coordinator Zach Hartley.
“I think you will see some good debate between all three slates as they try and separate themselves from each other and show the student body exactly what their goals are,” said Kevin Thurman, SGA elections chairman. “[There are] tough questions ready and we’re looking forward to a healthy discussion between all three slates.”
This will be the first time the full slate debate will be hosted in Pruis Hall. The venue change was made to accommodate three full slates and encourage students to attend.
Hartley said there has been a greater interest in SGA elections this year compared to years past.
“People are starting to recognize that this organization can bring about change for the undergraduate population,” Hartley said. “We’re hoping we have a large turnout from everyday students who are interested in hearing more.”
In a full slate debate, slates are directed questions and one member of the slate answers. Other questions may be directed toward one person.
“We’ll probably have a few questions directed towards individuals, obviously with [controversy over Fusion’s platform point pertaining to alcohol sales at football games] is an example,” Hartley said. “There are situations with individuals on slates that people are interested in hearing from.”
Thurman said the goal this year with the debates has been to challenge the candidates with tough questions, and students should attend because it is the last chance to see all slates together before SGA election day.
“It’s important [to attend], not only are these people getting paid, but money from our tuition goes to this organization,” Thurman said. “It’s important the student body realizes that their vote really does count and they should come see who will best represent them.”
Audience members can ask questions during the debate in person or by using the Twitter hashtag at #BSUElections13.
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