Well done, Dodger
Re: Student union or sexist playground (Jan. 29)
We commend Alexandra Artful-Dodger for her BRILLIANT work as Vice President Operations and for having the courage to articulate a serious and alarming issue that has plagued SAC and most other facets of student politics for far too long: sexism.
As former SAC executives, we can attest to the fact that the old boys’ networks are thriving and get worse and more impenetrable each year. This is why it is crucial for all students, especially ones who want to create radical and positive fundamental changes, to consider running for student government positions, be it college councils, APUS, UTM, UTSC, SAC, UAB or Governing Council.
As both women and feminists, we faced unique challenges as a result of our locations and politics. However, the changes we were able to make made our experience well worth it. Believe it or not, student politics can be engaging, stimulating, even fun. As SAC elections approach, we would like to take this opportunity to encourage all students to consider getting involved. The time is now to change SAC from a sexist playground to a respectful and equitable student union. It is possible!
Liz Majic and Mary Auxi Guiao
