Riley Simister - Candidate

My interest in running for Faculty of Nursing representative of the Students' Union can be summarized with two key points. First, to connect nursing students with one another and with the remaining student body, including the Students Union. Second, to seek and find ways to improve the new nursing curriculum, leading to a more efficient and progressive learning environment for students.

The Nursing representative position is seldom filled; this puts nursing students at a huge disadvantage when it comes to having a voice in their community. I plan on reconnecting our nursing community by being a dependable voice for students, and representing their interests to the Union with conviction. I will achieve this by taking an active role in our community, listening to opinions and by doing my best in carrying out any changes that students feel necessary.

For the Faculty of Nursing in particular, I will seek to find out what you, the nursing community, believe needs refining with regards to the new curriculum. Being apart of the first group of students enrolled in the new program, I can relate to the challenges that it brings.  Together I believe it is possible to work towards improving and uncovering the best solutions to any problems you may have.  As for students involved with the old program, I believe your comments and concerns are just as valuable as they have the ability to show us what worked in the past and what needs improvement.

I have several personal characteristics that make me a strong candidate for this position. I am approachable, hard working, have a positive attitude and I am constantly looking for ways I can become more involved in the nursing community. I respectfully ask for your vote on Election Days, and look forward to answering any questions you have.