President
CANDIDATE #1 - Brittany Allen
Major: General Science and Education (Fifth-year)
Personal Information: - Hobbies: Enjoys taking care of plants, reading, watching sports, and reality TV - Has a guinea pig named Greg - Originally from rural Saskatchewan; considers Lethbridge as their home - Enjoys meeting and talking to new people Experience: - Has been on the last two EUS executive councils. - Passionate about advocating for the needs of education students - Participated in various committees within the Faculty of Education and the U of L - Believes student-led organizations are crucial for student voices to be heard - Previous roles in the EUS: Director of Tutoring Services and Vice-President Administration - Vice-President Administration: Hosted regular office hours, maintained communication through weekly emails, created meeting minutes, and adhered to proper meeting procedures (Robert's Rules) Motivation for Presidency: - Desires to continue bringing club excellence to pre-Ed and Education students - Aims to advocate for the needs of all students in the Faculty of Education - Expresses a passion for providing a better experience to both pre-education and education students - Believes in the importance of student voice through student-led organizations Overall Message: Brittany Allen presents themselves as a dedicated and experienced individual who has actively contributed to the EUS over the past two years. They emphasize their leadership qualities, teamwork skills, and passion for advocating for the needs of education students. Their desire to bring excellence to the club and their commitment to student voice make them a strong candidate for the position of EUS President. |
CANDIDATE #2 - EVELYN FITZNER
Major: Physics and Education (Third-year)
Personal Information: - Enjoys board games, climbing trees, reading books, and spending time with people - Lived all over Canada, including BC, NS, and home province Alberta Experience: - Values the skills learned and connections made during council service - Passionate about being a liaison between the Education Faculty and students - Member of the EUS executive council for the last two years - Strong understanding of the roles and responsibilities of both the EUS and various positions within the team - Previous experience in cadets and management positions at various retailers - Demonstrates experience in working with and heading teams Motivation for Presidency: - Excited about the prospect of serving as President - Looks forward to continuing to serve and help people - Brings a passion for being a liaison between the Education Faculty and students - Values the skills and connections gained from previous council service - Believes in the positive impact of the EUS on the student body Overall Message: Evelyn Fitzner is a third-year Physics and Education major who brings a diverse set of experiences and a love for serving and helping people. Having served on the EUS executive council for the last two years, they possess a strong understanding of the organization's roles and responsibilities. Evelyn's enthusiasm for being a liaison between the Education Faculty and students, coupled with their skills and connections, positions them as a candidate excited to contribute positively to the EUS as President. |
vice-president internal - vacant
vice-president external
CANDIDATE #1 - Stepahnie Jonzon
Major: General Social Sciences and Education (Fourth-year)
Personal Information: - Currently completing PSII - Enjoys reading, doing puzzles, and spending time outside with her dogs - Balancing school and work responsibilities Experience: - Currently serving as President and completing a rewarding term - Values the experience and connections made in the current role - Made many connections while serving as the President of the EUS Motivation for VP External Role: - Strong work ethic and a belief in accomplishing great things in the VP External role - Eager to bring important information and connections to other Education students - Enthusiastic about the potential impact of the VP External role in the coming year - Wants to continue contributing to the EUS but pull back from job responsibilities during PSIII - Sees the potential for accomplishing more for U of L students within the EUS Overall Message: Stephanie Jonzon, a fourth-year student majoring in General Social Sciences and Education, is running for the position of VP External. Currently serving as the President, Stephanie values the rewarding experience and connections made in the role but wishes to pull back slightly in job responsibilities during PSIII. With a strong work ethic and a belief in accomplishing great things, Stephanie sees herself as a great fit for the VP External role. She is excited about the potential connections and information she can bring to other Education students if elected. |
vice-president finance - Vacant
vice-president administration - Vacant
director of membership - Vacant
DIRECTOR OF Professional Development
CANDIDATE #1 - Alex Gallaway
Major: English Education, Minor: Indigenous Education (Fourth-year)
Personal Information: - Grew up in Consort, a small East-Central Alberta town - Planning to become a third-generation teacher, following the footsteps of mother and grandmother - Lives with boyfriend (also an Education major) in an apartment near the University - Enjoys skiing, crochet, video games, and horseback riding - Has two cats, Fawn and Spoons - Interested in teaching any grade level in the future Experience: - Served on the EUS Executive Council in the past year - Provided learning opportunities for peers and established connections within the Faculty of Education and the Alberta Teacher’s Association - Filled the Director of PD role in the past year - Experienced in protocol for booking rooms, providing PD certificates, tracking attendance, organizing sessions, and handling attendee feedback - Committed to improving and building on the foundations for EUS PD created in the last year Motivation for Director of Professional Development: - Feels well-equipped to continue in the role of Director of Professional Development - Expresses confidence in exceeding expectations based on the experience gained - Enjoys providing opportunities for others and working as part of a team - Believes dedication, teamwork, and a solid understanding of the role make them a strong candidate Overall Message: Alex Gallaway presents themselves as a dedicated individual with a passion for education and a strong commitment to the EUS. Their experience as the Director of PD in the past year, coupled with their desire to continue making a positive impact, positions them as a strong candidate for re-election. They highlight their familiarity with the role's responsibilities and express a commitment to building on the foundations established for EUS PD. |
DIRECTOR OF Social Media - VACANT
director of tutoring services
candidate #1 - Aiden Lair
Major: Biological Sciences and Science Education (Second-year)
Personal Information: - Passionate about learning and teaching - Grew up in Okotoks, Alberta - Has been tutoring and teaching various subjects since being an air cadet instructor as a teenager - Fell in love with education during formative academic years - Loves the outdoors, listening to old music, baking, and being active Experience: - Has relevant experience as a tutor with the EUS for a few months - Enjoys facilitating the learning process - Previous experience as an air cadet instructor, holding the position of Squadron Commander - Possesses interpersonal problem-solving, organizational, communication, and leadership skills Motivation for Director of Tutoring Services: - Sees the council as an opportunity to grow connections within the education community - Aims to engage more actively with the school community - Views the organization as a way to improve skills for the future, especially as it would be the first time on a student organization's executive council Overall Message: Aiden Lair, a second-year pre-education student majoring in Biological Sciences/Science Education, is running for the position of Director of Tutoring Services. Aiden has a passion for learning and teaching, with relevant experience as a tutor with the EUS. They also bring leadership experience from their time as a Squadron Commander in the air cadets, demonstrating interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills. They see this opportunity to grow their connections within the education community and actively engage with the school community. |
DIRECTOR OF Volunteer Services
CANDIDATE #1 - Charley Frost
Major: General Humanities and Education (Third-year)
Personal Information: - From Airdrie, Alberta - General Humanities and Education major - Avid theatre-goer, author, artist, and proud leadership student - Dedicated to community involvement and advocacy, regardless of geographical location Experience: - Multiple years of volunteering experience - Comfortable communicating with a variety of organizations and people - Experience in organizing and assisting in both large and small-scale events - Comfortable with formal communication and regular check-ins with points of contact - Eager to get community members involved in volunteering efforts Motivation for Director of Volunteer Experience: - Believes in the importance of creating a community for prospective and current Education students - Sees the value in building connections, gaining experience, and personal growth through volunteering - Advocates for the benefits of fostering a supportive community for teachers Overall Message: Charley Frost is a General Humanities and Education major from Airdrie, Alberta, with a passion for community involvement and advocacy. They believe in the importance of creating a supportive community for prospective and current Education students and emphasize the value of connections, experience, and personal growth through volunteering. Charley's multiple years of volunteering experience, along with their skills in communication and event organization, make them a strong candidate for the position of Director of Volunteer Experience on the EUS Executive Council. |
DIRECTOR OF Indigenous Education - Vacant
DIRECTOR OF Wellness
CANDIDATE #1 - Rylan Nygard
Major: Math Education, Minor: Physical Education (Second-year PreEd)
Personal Information: - Grew up in/around several towns in the Brooks area with parents, two brothers, and family Boxers (Bella and Ava) - Took a year off in 2022 to work and be with family; returned full-swing to finish Education Degree - Passionate about sports and wellbeing; played soccer and volleyball in childhood - Health issues led to coaching, sparking a new passion for instilling a love of sports and wellbeing in students - Volunteered as a coach for Junior-High volleyball teams and at Rolling Hills Public School and Lethbridge Christian School Experience: - Attended almost every PD session in both Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters - Sat in on an EUS executive council meeting, gaining insight into the responsibilities of the team - Desires to enhance the campus community through supportive teamwork Motivation for Director of Wellbeing: - Believes in the special dedication required for volunteering on a council - Expresses excitement about the new Director of Wellness Role and sees it as a perfect fit - Aims to bring a focus on wellness for both Pre-Education students and those admitted to the Faculty of Education - Hopes to create wellness initiatives to provide information and connections for Pre-Ed students and support Education Students in maintaining mental and physical health - Emphasizes the importance of prioritizing mental and physical wellness in teaching careers Overall Message: Rylan Nygard presents themselves as a dedicated individual with a passion for sports, wellbeing, and education. They bring coaching experience, a commitment to positive relationships, and an understanding of the importance of mental and physical wellness in teaching careers. Rylan expresses enthusiasm for the Director of Wellbeing Role and aims to contribute to the positive and impactful movement within the EUS, building on the foundations laid by previous council members. |