KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 8, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:07pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Kurt Lockwood
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Present
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X
Excused
Unexcused
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X
Voting Members: Five
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Welcome back to campus! Get excited for another fantastic year in Student Senate!
INTERNATIONAL BUDDIES
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Organization on campus that promotes diversity and cultural understanding by pairing up
international students with domestic students
Fall Festival will allow for students to play a variety of games, take pictures at a photo
booth, experience American culture with a Halloween themed scavenger hunt, and watch
a movie
Held “Who’s Your Buddy?” on September 6, 2013 that had an attendance of over 200
students
o This allowed for students to meet up with their buddy.
Held “Carpe Diem” last semester that had an attendance of over 500 students
o This event is much like Fall Festival.
Wanting funding for promotional materials, a band and games
Talk to fraternities, sororities and residence hall governing bodies to promote the event
and planning to have a table at the K-State Student Union
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Discussion:
o We can’t provide funding for a banner since it’s reusable.
o We aren’t comfortable with funding a band that’s not guaranteed to be there.
 We recommend asking if anyone in International Buddies has a band.
That would provide for a unique experience for the band members and
those in attendance.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $250.00 for promotions and $100.00 for rent of equipment
for FY14. Senator Haley seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0-0.
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LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• International Buddies – Treasurer Kennedy will author.
• Bill 13/14/03: Closing of Accounts – Senator Marquess moved to pass the bill out of
committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Haley seconded the motion. The
motion passed 4-0-1.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
–Abraham Lincoln
ADJOURN | Since quorum could not be met, Treasurer Kennedy adjourned the meeting at
7:53pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, September 15 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Treasurer Kennedy.
September 8, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 15, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:05pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services SGA Workroom.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Kurt Lockwood
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Present
X
X
X
X
X
Excused
Unexcused
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X
X
X
X
Voting Members: Seven
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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We will be having a joint committee meeting next week with College Allocations
Committee to discuss goals for the whole allocations system for student government.
BLUE KEY SENIOR HONORARY
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Hosting speaker Dr. Tim Elmore on February 7, 2014
Dr. Tim Elmore will be here for a three-hour event.
o Session for K-State students
o Session for Catalyst
Partnering with K-State First’s GPS program
o 1,100 students involved
Hopefully partnering with FFA and UPC
250 students were in attendance last year
o Looking to double that number with the partnerships
Discussion:
o We weren’t comfortable funding the full amount.
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We weren’t sure how much we should fund since the event will partially
be closed.
o The committee wanted to hear different opinions.
The committee took no action on the request this week.
ACADEMIC COMPETITION TEAMS
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Treasurer Kennedy explained that the committee had $14,000.00 to allocate to Academic
Competition Teams since Senate passed Bill 12/13/80 last term.
Senator Jensby moved to allocate the funds listed below to the respective accounts. Senator
Marquess seconded the motion.
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NISAACT001
NISAACT003
NISAACT011
NISAACT015
NISAACT005
NISAACT019
NISAACT016
NISAACT014
NISAACT017
NISAACT010
NISAACT002
NISAACT004
NISAACT013
NISAACT018
TOTAL
Quarter Scale Tractor Team
Agriculture Competition Teams
Fountain Wars Design Team
Robotic Competition Team
Robotic Design Team
Mini Baja Team
Human Powered Vehicle Design Team
Concrete Canoe Team
Mock Trial Team
AIAA
Speech Unlimited
Aero Design Team
Powercat Motorsports
Quiz Bowl Club
Steel Bridge Team
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675.00
2,896.00
96.00
96.00
1,255.00
289.00
289.00
1,448.00
1,448.00
1,737.00
1,206.00
579.00
1,544.00
241.00
193.00
13,992.00
Senator Blattner moved to amend the motion to allocate the funds listed below to the respective
accounts. Senator Jensby seconded the motion. The motion passed 7-0-0.
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NISAACT001
NISAACT003
NISAACT011
NISAACT015
NISAACT005
NISAACT019
NISAACT016
NISAACT014
NISAACT017
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NISAACT004
NISAACT013
Quarter Scale Tractor Team
Agriculture Competition Teams
Fountain Wars Design Team
Robotic Competition Team
Robotic Design Team
Mini Baja Team
Human Powered Vehicle Design Team
Concrete Canoe Team
Mock Trial Team
AIAA
Speech Unlimited
Aero Design Team
Powercat Motorsports
Quiz Bowl Club
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675.86
2,896.55
96.55
96.55
1,255.17
289.66
289.66
1,448.28
1,448.28
1,737.93
1,206.89
579.31
1,544.83
241.38
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NISAACT018
TOTAL
Steel Bridge Team
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193.10
14,000.00
After discussion, the committee voted to approve the funds as listed above. The motion passed
7-0-0.
GOAL SETTING
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The committee set goals it has for itself.
o Being consistent
o Serving the students by taking on the challenge
o Being transparent
o Working to be unbiased
o Having constructive debate
o Being honest
o Being deliberate
o Working on internal communication
With new members coming next week, we will discuss and revise accordingly.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• Bill 13/14/03: Closing of Accounts – Senator Haley moved to pass the bill out of
committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Jensby seconded the motion. The
motion passed 7-0-0.
• Bill 13/14/04: FY 2014 Allocation to International Buddies – Senator Marquess moved to
pass the bill out of committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Haley seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7-0-0.
• Academic Competition Teams – Treasurer Kennedy will author.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”
–Seneca
ADJOURN | Senator Marquess moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Haley seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7-0-0. The meeting adjourned at 8:24pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, September 22 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Treasurer Kennedy.
September 15, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 22, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 8:03pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Kurt Lockwood
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Wyatt Pracht
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 10
BLUE KEY
We heard the request last week, but here’s a quick recap:
• Hosting speaker Dr. Tim Elmore on February 7, 2014
• Dr. Tim Elmore will be here for a three-hour event.
o Session for K-State students
o Session for Catalyst
• Partnering with K-State First’s GPS program
o 1,100 students involved
• Hopefully partnering with FFA and UPC
• 250 students were in attendance last year
o Looking to double that number with the partnerships
• Discussion:
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o We weren’t comfortable funding the full amount.
 The committee decided to fund half of the total LSE cost, which was
$6,400.00.
 The committee decided the $60.00 for promotions was an appropriate
amount.
o The committee saw this as a valuable event to K-State students because Dr.
Elmore will talk about self-development.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $3,260.00 for LSE fee for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded
the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• Blue Key Senior Honorary – Senator Marquess will author.
• Bill 13/14/05: Allocation to Academic Competition Teams – Senator Marquess moved to
pass the bill out of committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Jensby
seconded the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “I know for sure that what we dwell on is who we become.”
–Oprah Winfrey
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Wells seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:29pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, September 29 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Treasurer Kennedy.
September 22, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 29, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:03pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
Voting Members: 15
TAU BETA PI
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Traveling to Tau Beta Pi National Convention on October 31, 2013
Tau Beta Pi is the College of Engineering Honor Society
Sending three members, requesting funding for only two
o Able to qualify one member as a national voting member
Vast majority of expenses were fundraised
Attendees will participant in professional development sessions
The Engineering Futures program is a key component of the convention
o National program where hands on experience is gained
o Will be bringing the program back to campus for all students
o Able to hear from experienced speakers about issues relevant to a variety of
curriculums
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Discussion:
o The organization has done a substantial amount of fundraising for the event.
• Qualified one member as a voting delegate
• Shows dedication towards the event
o Tau Beta Pi has a good reputation and the event has proven to be beneficial in the
past.
o The committee saw this as a valuable event for K-State students to attend because
of the experienced speakers and presentations that will be gained in the process
for no cost.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $200.00 for travel fee for travel. At-Large member Steinter
seconded the motion. The motion passed 15-0-0.
BUDGET REGUEST FORM & BILL WRITING TRAINING SESSION
The committee looked over a budget request form so all members could become more familiar
with the form, and the committee wrote legislation together to understand how a bill is written.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• Tau Beta Pi – Committee authored.
• Bill 13/14/09: Allocation to Blue Key Senior Honorary – Senator Jensby moved to pass
the bill out of committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Wheeler seconded
the motion. The motion passed 15-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue
them.” –Walt Disney
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Wells seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:44pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, October 6 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 6, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:01pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
X
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 12
Guests: Speaker of the Student Senate Kyle Nuss
FIRE
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Fire is a feminist organization on campus
Hosting speaker Dr. Jane Ward in December
Dr. Jane Ward will be on campus for two days.
o Session for K-State students
o Possibly be presenting to classes while on campus
Partnering with Leadership Studies, Women’s Studies and LGBT Resource Center
She will speak on sexuality, heterosexuality and homosexuality
She hopes to educate students about these narratives
Dr. Jane Ward is well versed and experienced on the topic
Discussion:
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o We weren’t comfortable funding the full amount for travel.
 The committee decided that $300.00 was a sufficient amount for the food
and hotel cost.
o The committee saw this as a valuable event to K-State students because of the
discussion topics Dr. Ward will be bringing to campus.
o The amount of fundraising was impressive and showed a lot of dedication for the
event.
o The amount of funding requested for the Collegian ad was questioned.
 Some members questioned the effectiveness of the ad.
 Decided to fund the full amount but noted that the effectiveness of
Collegian ads will be watched in the future.
Senator Wells moved to allocate $1,100.00 for FY14. At-Large Hovis seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• Fire, formerly Ordinary Women – Chair Kennedy will author.
• Bill 13/14/10: Allocation to Tau Beta Pi – Senator Jensby moved to pass the bill out of
committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The
motion passed 12-0-0.
• Bill 13/14/14: Allocation to Community Cultural Harmony Week – Senator Jensby
moved to pass the bill out of the committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator
Wells seconded the motion. The motion passed 12-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “The quality of a person’s life is indirect proportion to their
commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.”
-Vince Lombardi
ADJOURN | Senator Haley moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Jensby seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:38pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, October 13 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 13, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 11
ASPRS
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Also known as the Image and Geospatial Information Society
Group was founded just last year
Eleven students will be traveling to South Dakota to visit the U.S. Geological Survey’s
Earth Resources Observation and Science Center (EROS)
EROS is a remote sensing data management, systems development, and research field
center for the U.S.G.S.
Students will be exposed to concepts and geospatial theories and tools introduced in
lectures and used in research
Seven of those students who attending are graduate students
o Most of these students teach geography classes and will share what they know
with their students
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Discussion:
o The committee couldn’t fund the amount requested for food
o The committee saw this as a valuable event to K-State students because of the
important information they will learn by visiting the location.
 A large amount of students take geography classes that are taught by these
graduate students.
o South Dakota is close to Kansas, and the trip isn’t that expensive.
o It was an impressive how quickly the newly found group organized an event.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $700.00 for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded the motion.
The motion passed 11-0-0.
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EGYPTIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Hosting speaker Dr. Mark Tessler
Dr. Tessler will be giving a public talk about “Islam and the Search for a Political
Formula: Findings from the Arab Barometer”
o Will be discussing the political events occurring in the Middle East
o Goal is to increase knowledge of what is going on amongst students
o He is well experienced on the topic and has lived in the Middle East
• Expecting 100 people in Town Hall on November 4
• Partnering with the political science department who will be sponsoring the speaker
• Requesting funding for promotions only
• Discussion:
o The committee thought the speaker would bring valuable information to students
on campus about current events.
o Partnership with the political science department shows a lot of dedication to the
event.
o The speaker is very experienced and will bring important insight on the topic.
o The amount of funding requested for the Collegian ad was questioned.
 Some members questioned the effectiveness of the ad.
 The cost of the promotion as opposed to what is gained was argued.
 Is a color article a responsible use of student dollars
 Others felt that the Collegians effectiveness was a personal opinion
Senator Haley moved to allocate $300.00 for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded the motion. The
motion passed 10-0-1.
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ROTARACT
• Traveling to Guatemala during spring break for a service trip
o Ten students will be attending
o Will be installing water filters in the homes of locals
o Dispensing deworming medication in elementary schools
• More than likely planning on giving a presentation when they return
• Will be purchasing tickets in late December
• Fundraising for the trip until they leave
• Will be making presentations to Rotary Clubs and other local groups
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• Discussion:
o The educational value is recognized but the committee is left with several
questions.
o The timeline for the event left the committee uneasy. The amount raised through
fundraising wasn’t substantial and the tickets haven’t been purchased.
o The committee felt they didn’t have enough information to make an accurate
decision tonight.
 The types of majors that are going, the number of people attending and
ways that the group is bringing it back to campus are the major questions
the committee had.
Senator Marquess moved to table the request until the next meeting. Senator Blattner seconded
the motion. The motion passed 11-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• ASPRS – Senator Jensby will author.
• Egyptian Student Association – Senator Haley will author.
• Bill 13/14/19: Allocation to Fire – Senator Wells moved to pass the bill out of committee
with a favorable recommendation. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
o Language was added in the bill to help clarify the events purpose.
o “Whereas, the speech will focus on straight men's ability to have heteromasculine sex with one another, which is a departure point into her discussion
on new ways to think about homosexuality; and ..."
The motion passed 11-0-0.
The following piece of legislation was tabled and held in committee till next week:
• Rotaract
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Be not simply good; be good for something.”
–Henry David Thoreau
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Marquess seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:21pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, October 27 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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| Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 6:57pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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X
Excused
Unexcused
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X
X
X
X
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Voting Members: 13
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Four students will be traveling to the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in
Indianapolis, Indiana
Students will be exposed to some of the best percussionists in the world
o Will be able to build connections with these musicians
o Also have the chance to work with them individually
In the past many new ideas have been gained from attending the event
They also have the chance to talk to potential guest artists for concerts at K-State
o Two performers specifically have come to campus because of attending this
convention
Discussion:
o The committee didn’t find any issues with the request
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o Impressive that guest performers are gained by attending the convention.
o The committee saw this as a valuable event to K-State students because of the
extreme amount of educational value that is gained.
 This event directly applies to the majors that will be attending.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $400.00 for FY14. Senator Jones seconded the motion.
The motion passed 13-0-0.
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Ten students will be traveling to the Blue Key National Conference in Fargo, North
Dakota during Christmas break
 Students will learn about the successful practices and events of other Blue Key chapters
from across the nation
 Goal is get new ideas on how to grow the organizations programs to help serve students
at K-State better
o Group will present facets of what they learned to Quest Freshman Honorary and
through Catalyst Self-Development
o Also will be using skills to help with ULead Developmental workshops
throughout the year
o ULead Developmental workshops are available for any group on campus to use
 Discussion:
o The committee thought the event had sustainable educational value and ways to
bring the knowledge gained back to campus.
o The full amount of money allocated will be used so there won’t be a waste in
funds.
o All the programs Blue Key implements will be impacted positively.
o Exciting that ULead Developmental workshops can be used by any organization
on campus
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $1000.00 for FY14. At-Large Hovis seconded the motion.
The motion passed 13-0-0.
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Nine students will be traveling to San Francisco, California in late November
Purpose is to visits graphic design studios and have members portfolios reviewed by
professionals
The organization has typically traveled to Midwest and East coast cities but would like to
expose members to a different atmosphere and culture
Students will have the chance to get the name of K-State out to graphic artists in the area
o Will also be able to build connections and network with successful graphic artists
in a different part of the country
o Some students have been able to acquire internships through previous trips
Group will be a giving a presentation to the organization when they return about all that
they learned
o Organization is open to anyone to attend
Discussion:
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o The committee liked that the group was going to the west coast and giving
students the chance to see things that they haven’t had the opportunity to.
o The committee was also impressed by the amount of fundraising the group had
accomplished.
o The idea that they are spreading the name of K-State to west coast graphic artists
is really exciting.
o The amount of time exploring on the itinerary was questioned but decided that it
was part of the experience.
 Time exploring will most likely be spent at museums or other relevant
sites.
Senator Jensby moved to allocate $900.00 for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
The motion passed 13-0-0.
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Hosting an event on campus to promote the International Buddies program
Members will be matched with an international student or domestic student whom they
spend the semester getting to know
o The events main purpose will be to help form pairings and individuals picking
their buddy
o This year’s program has close to 200 pairings so close to 400 people
 The event will include live music, photo booth and food
o Last year’s event had close to 200 people in attendance with little advertising
o Don’t have a band yet committed to the event
 Organization is trying to reach out to more domestic students to help balance out the ratio
 Really up to students own integrity to meet with their international buddy
 Want to use Facebook promotions to try and get the events name out there more
 Discussion:
o The cost of the Union Ballroom can be removed because it is free to student
organizations.
o Based on past precedent the committee doesn’t feel comfortable funding a band
that isn’t decided yet.
o The effectiveness of Facebook promotions was questioned but it was determined
that the committee couldn’t tell a group how to plan their event.
o The committee did feel there was a lot of merit to the event and the organization
does an outstanding job.
o Past events have been well attended and have been successful.
o The question was raised whether we should not allocate them money because of
vagueness.
o Overall the committee wasn’t comfortable funding the full amount.
Senator Jones moved to allocate $200.00 for promotions for FY14. Senator Blattner seconded
the motion. The motion passed 12-1-0.
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Hosting an event to welcome back international and domestic students with live music,
food and a dance
October 27, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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o This event will occur before the Who’s Your Buddy event
o Don’t have a band yet committed to the event
o Last year’s event had close to 200 people in attendance with little advertising
 Goal is to help with the transition process of new students and help students begin
making new friends in a relax setting
o Will focus on international students but it is open to everyone
 In the past a lot of mingling and connections were made
 Requesting money in part for T-Shirts to help advertise and promote international
buddies
 Past event had a wall to write about different cultures present at K-State
 Discussion:
o The cost of the Union Ballroom can be removed because it is free to student
organizations.
o Based on past precedent the committee doesn’t feel comfortable funding a band
that isn’t decided yet.
o The committee was left questioning the purpose of the event as a whole and its
effectiveness.
o The committee did not feel comfortable using student dollars to fund a celebration
event.
Senator Haley moved to deny funding for the event. Senator Jensby seconded the motion. The
motion passed 13-0-0.
We heard this request last week but choose to table it and hold it in committee to allow for
additional questions to be asked. Here’s a brief recap of the request:
 Traveling to Guatemala during spring break for a service trip
o Ten students will be attending
o Will be installing water filters in the homes of locals
o Dispensing deworming medication in elementary schools
 Will be giving a public presentation at a club meeting when they return
 Will be purchasing tickets in late December
 Fundraising for the trip until they leave
 Will be making presentations to Rotary Clubs and other local groups
 Discussion:
o The timeline for the event left the committee uneasy. The amount raised through
fundraising wasn’t substantial and the tickets haven’t been purchased.
o The group has other opportunities to gain sources of funding.
o Some members of the committee didn’t feel comfortable funding the full amount
because of the piece of bring it back.
 There are several ways that the group could bring it back but don’t have
them planned.
 The intent of bringing it back was important. All students at K-State
deserve the chance to hear about the experience.
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o Other members of the committee thought that there was merit in the experience
that outweighed the bringing it back piece.
o The discussion then moved whether to fund part of the travel or none of it at all.
At-Large Hovis moved to allocate $500.00 for FY14. At-Large Steinter seconded the motion.
o Discussion on the reasonability of only allocating $500.00 versus a larger amount
was raised.
At-Large Hovis withdrew her motion.
Senator Wells moved to allocate $750.00 for FY14. At-Large Hovis seconded the motion. The
motion failed 4-8-1.
Senator Jones moved to deny funding for the group. Senator Marquess seconded the motion. The
motion passed 8-4-1.
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
 Percussive Arts Society – Senator Marquess will author.
 Blue Key Senior Honorary – Senator Blattner will author.
 American Institute of Graphic Arts – Senator Jones will author.
 International Buddies – Who’s Your Buddy – Intern O’Briant will author.
The following pieces of legislation were denied funding:
 Rotaract
 International Buddies – Welcome Back Party
|
“Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while or the
light won’t come in.”
-Alan Alda
| Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Marquess seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:21pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, November 3 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 3, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
X
X
X
X
Excused
Unexcused
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Voting Members: 7
Note: A lack of quorum existed but the committee choose to hear the requests and begin
discussion to help reduce hearing multiple requests next week.
THE HARRY POTTER ALLIANCE
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Hosting an event called the Hallow and Horcruxe Ball
o It is a wizard rock concert that will feature eight different bands
 Requesting funding for seven of the bands
o Concert profits go to First Book, an organization that provides books to
disadvantage children
o The event also acquires books that are donated to local libraries in the area
o Helps bring a diverse group of people together to enjoy music
o The event is planned to be held on Fake Patty’s Day weekend
Literacy is a proven problem in the United States and this event helps promote literacy
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This will be the seventh and last concert staying true to the Harry Potter book series
The event is said to symbolism the family atmosphere K-State possesses
Brings in people from all over the United States
o 80 people have already registered
 Students have the chance to gain professional development hours
 Wizard rock is a genre of music that is a growing cultural phenomenon
 The event will expose students to a unique genre of music and encourage literacy
 Discussion:
o The committee recognized it has a fun event but questions were raised about its
educational value for students.
 It was discussed whether student dollars should fund all seven remaining
bands opposed to only funding a couple. The educational value of having
that many bands was questioned.
o Hosting the concert on Fake Patty’s Day may cause a decrease in attendance.
o The amount the event fundraises for charity seems far less than the amount that it
costs to hold.
o The committee looked at previous allocations for the event to help serve as a
guide for an appropriate number to allocate.
Senator Jensby recommended allocating $3450.00 for FY14.
SHAPE
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Hosting speakers Shawn and Gwenn Decker
The couple will be giving a public talk about HIV and relationships
o Gwenn received her masters relating to sexual health
o Shawn has grown up with HIV
o Both have been speaking together for several years
 Expecting to host the talk on December 5 in association with AIDs Week
 Goal is to educate students about first-hand experience of HIV
 Also will serve to break stereotypes on HIV contraction and those living with the disease
 Explores how a couple can have a successful and healthy relationship in this situation
 Still trying to locate a room in the Union
 Hoping for a room that will hold 200 people
 Promotions will include posters, flyers, a Facebook ad, and the Union marquee
 Discussion:
o The committee thought the speakers would bring valuable information to students
on campus about current events.
o The committee thought the event fit in nicely with the other activities that will be
taking place during the week.
o Offers a large amount of educational value for students.
o The speakers are very experienced and will bring important insight on the topic.
Senator Jensby recommended allocating $2700.00 for FY14.
KAPPA KAPPA PSI
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Kappa Kappa Psi is the service honorary organization for both the marching and concert
bands
November 3, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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Wanting to bring in Michael Schelle an internationally renowned composer
o He will be teaching several classes during his four days on campus
o Mr. Schelle will also be working with student musicians
o Students will have the chance to learn from an extremely accomplished musician
 K-State will be playing one of his famous pieces “The End of the World” in concert
 Concert is more like a production so it will be exciting event for the audience
 Event is free for anyone that wants to attend
 Promotions for the concert will go up around campus
 Discussion:
o The committee didn’t see any issues with funding the full request.
o The committee thought the composer would bring valuable information to student
musicians and allow them to learn from the best.
o The concert seems to be an exciting event to attend.
Senator Blattner recommended allocating $1000.00 for FY14.
JASPANESE STUDENT ASSOCIATION
 Requesting money for the 19 annual Japanese Festival on campus
o April 12, 2014 will be the date of the event
 Purpose is to allow all K-State students to learn about Japanese culture and provide
diversity among students
 Event will include hands-on experiences, displays and performances
 They will be having three different performers from around Kansas and Nebraska
 Promotions will consists of posters, flyers and a Collegian article
 This year they will be focusing on a different theme from years past
 400 people attended the event last year
 Will occur in the Union
 Discussion:
o The committee thought the event would bring valuable information and a
different world perspective to students on campus they might not otherwise get to
experience.
o Excellent chance for students to experience a different culture without having to
travel to that country.
o The cost of the Union can be removed because it is free to student organizations.
o Nice to see that the event keeps evolving and growing each year.
Intern Garrison recommended allocating $2,500.00 for FY14.
SNAC
 SNAC stands for Sensible Nutrition and Body Image Choices
 As part of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week events, Chris Blackburn will be
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speaking about accepting body size
o Mr. Blackburn was a contestant on the Biggest Loser and personally battled binge
eating
Expecting to host the talk on February 25
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Goal is to educate students about eating disorders
o 20-25% of college students have been impacted by an eating disorder
o They not only impact the individual but an entire community of people
 The presenter will address both men’s and women’s nutritional health
 It is a great learning opportunity for all students but especially for those in health related
fields
 This has been one of the group’s biggest and most successful events
 Looking at changing the name of National Eating Disorders Awareness week to give it a
more positive image
 Promotions will be centered on social networking and the Collegian newspaper
 Discussion:
o The costs and fees associated with the Union can be removed because it is free to
student organizations.
o The committee thought the event had sustainable educational value.
o The event will provide students the opportunity to learn and grow their knowledge
on living a healthy life.
o The speaker is well versed on the subject and has extreme amount of experince.
o The promotions for the event were called into question.
 The amount requested for the Collegian ad won’t cover the costs of
printing one.
 The group didn’t seem to have substantial plans for promoting the event.
Senator Jones recommended allocating $3200.00 for FY14.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed.”
-Richard B. Sheridan
Richard B. Sheridan was born on October 30, 1751. He was an Irish playwright and poet and the
long-time owner of the London Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. He was also a Whig member for the
British House of Commons for Stafford, Westminster and Ilcheste. He died on July 7, 1816 and
was buried at Poets' Corner in Westminster Abbey.
ADJOURN | Chair Kennedy ended the meeting at 8:32pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, November 10 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
November 3, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 10, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
X
X
X
X
Excused
Unexcused
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Voting Members: 12
ECM
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Ecumenical Campus Ministries
22 students are traveling to complete service work in Ecuador
o Group has been doing service trips since 2003 including the gulf coast and Joplin,
MO
o This will be the third year to travel to Ecuador
The organization they partner with, Nuevos Horizontes, places students in areas that will
apply and directly affect them personally. Examples include:
o Water project – clean water is a great need a priority (horticulture majors)
o Schools – building more classrooms, teach environmental education lesson
(education majors)
o Heath center – assist with health care needs (pre-med students)
November 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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The group has done several fundraisers including Purple Swirl, Orange Leaf, personal
funds and lettering solicitors
 The educational value associated with this experience includes:
o A variety of activities being completed
o The experience going aboard develops skills and allows for development
o Fosters relationships since it’s not a one-time service trip. This is there third year
going and they are trying to make it a sustainable effort.
 They will be strategic with who they present to when they return to best spread that
message to students.
o Presentations scheduled or in the process of scheduling include:
o GO Teacher
o Leadership Studies (1/28)
o International Service Teams
o Ecuadorian Student Association
o SEA beach conservation
 Discussion:
o The committee recognized it is a complicated situation because of past precedent
with service trips however; they have what they are bringing back from the
experience very well-articulated.
o The educational value associated with the experience is solid and students are put
were they fit the best.
 This will speak to what they are learning at K-State.
o The organization has done an impressive amount of fundraising.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $1000.00 for travel fee for FY14. Senator Wells seconded the
motion. The motion passed 12-0-0.
THE HARRY POTTER ALLIANCE
Heard the request last week but here is a recap:
 Hosting an event called the Hallow and Horcruxe Ball
o It is a wizard rock concert that will feature eight different bands
 Requesting funding for seven of the bands
o Concert profits go to First Book, an organization that provides books to
disadvantage children
o The event also acquires books that are donated to local libraries in the area
o Helps bring a diverse group of people together to enjoy music
o The event is planned to be held on Fake Patty’s Day weekend
 Literacy is a proven problem in the United States and this event helps promote literacy
 This will be the seventh and last concert staying true to the Harry Potter book series
 The event is said to symbolism the family atmosphere K-State possesses
 Brings in people from all over the United States
o 80 people have already registered
 Students have the chance to gain professional development hours
 Wizard rock is a genre of music that is a growing cultural phenomenon
 The event will expose students to a unique genre of music and encourage literacy
 Discussion:
November 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
Page 2 of 5
o The committee recognized it has a fun event but questions were raised about its
educational value for students.
 It was discussed whether student dollars should fund all seven remaining
bands opposed to only funding a couple. The educational value of having
that many bands was questioned.
o Hosting the concert on Fake Patty’s Day may cause a decrease in attendance.
o The amount the event fundraises for charity seems far less than the amount that it
costs to hold.
o The committee looked at previous allocations for the event to help serve as a
guide for an appropriate number to allocate.
Senator Jensby moved to allocate $3450.00 for FY14. Senator Jones seconded the motion. The
motion passed 6-4-1.
KAPPA KAPPA PSI
Heard the request last week but here is a recap:
 Kappa Kappa Psi is the service honorary organization for both the marching and concert
bands
 Wanting to bring in Michael Schelle an internationally renowned composer
o He will be teaching several classes during his four days on campus
o Mr. Schelle will also be working with student musicians
o Students will have the chance to learn from an extremely accomplished musician
 K-State will be playing one of his famous pieces “The End of the World” in concert
 Concert is more like a production so it will be exciting event for the audience
 Event is free for anyone that wants to attend
 Promotions for the concert will go up around campus
 Discussion:
o The committee didn’t see any issues with funding the full request.
o The committee thought the composer would bring valuable information to student
musicians and allow them to learn from the best.
o The concert seems to be an exciting event to attend.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $1000.00 for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded the motion.
The motion passed 11-0-0.
JASPANESE STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Heard the request last week but here is a recap:
 Requesting money for the 19 annual Japanese Festival on campus
o April 12, 2014 will be the date of the event
 Purpose is to allow all K-State students to learn about Japanese culture and provide
diversity among students
 Event will include hands-on experiences, displays and performances
 They will be having three different performers from around Kansas and Nebraska
 Promotions will consists of posters, flyers and a Collegian article
 This year they will be focusing on a different theme from years past
 400 people attended the event last year
November 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
Page 3 of 5
 Will occur in the Union
 Discussion:
o The committee thought the event would bring valuable information and a
different world perspective to students on campus they might not otherwise get to
experience.
o Excellent chance for students to experience a different culture without having to
travel to that country.
o The cost of the Union can be removed because it is free to student organizations.
o Questions were raised about the large amount of funding devoted for promotions.
o Nice to see that the event keeps evolving and growing each year.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $2300.00 for FY14. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The
motion passed 11-0-0.
SNAC
Heard the request last week but here is a recap:
 SNAC stands for Sensible Nutrition and Body Image Choices
 As part of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week events, Chris Blackburn will be
speaking about accepting body size
o Mr. Blackburn was a contestant on the Biggest Loser and personally battled binge
eating
 Expecting to host the talk on February 25
 Goal is to educate students about eating disorders
o 20-25% of college students have been impacted by an eating disorder
o They not only impact the individual but an entire community of people
 The presenter will address both men’s and women’s nutritional health
 It is a great learning opportunity for all students but especially for those in health related
fields
 This has been one of the group’s biggest and most successful events
 Looking at changing the name of National Eating Disorders Awareness week to give it a
more positive image
 Promotions will be centered on social networking and the Collegian newspaper
 Discussion:
o Part of the costs associated with the Union can be removed because it is free to
student organizations.
o Expect the Ballroom does have a fee associated with it.
o The committee thought the event had sustainable educational value.
o The event will provide students the opportunity to learn and grow their knowledge
on living a healthy life.
o The speaker is well versed on the subject and has extreme amount of experince.
o The promotions for the event were called into question.
 The amount requested for the Collegian ad won’t cover the costs of
printing one.
 The group didn’t seem to have substantial plans for promoting the event.
Senator Jensby moved to allocate $3300.00 for FY14. Senator Jones seconded the motion.
November 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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o Questions were raised because the amount of money they put down for
fundraising was not going towards the event they requested money for.
Senator Jensby moved to amend the motion to read $3050.00 for FY14. Intern O’Briant
seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-4-1.
The motion then passed 9-0-1.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“If you’re feeling blue, try painting yourself another COLOR.”
-Hannah Cheatem, age eight
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Wells seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:17pm.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
November 10, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 1, 2013
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:01pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
X
X
Excused
X
X
X
Unexcused
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Voting Members: 10
FREEDOM ALLIANCE
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Hosting a film in Forum Hall called Trade of Innocence on February 11th
o It follows a human trafficking investigator as he tries to rescue girls from sex
trafficking
o The event hopes to bring awareness to human trafficking
o This will be an actual film and not a documentary
Planning Orange Leaf and Purple Swirl fundraisers
Majority of the promotions will be through flyers
o They also try to connect with departments who are involved with the subject
Events in the past have been successful with several in attendance
Discussion:
o The committee didn’t see any issues with funding the full request.
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o The committee thought the film would bring valuable information to students and
the community of Manhattan.
o The organization has hosted several successful and well attended events in the
past.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $200.00 for travel fee for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded
the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“You can never cross the ocean until you have courage to lose sight of the shore.”
-Christopher Columbus
Discussion ensued about how phenomenal the K-State Marching Band is!
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Marquess seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:12pm.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
December 1, 2013 Meeting Minutes
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 26, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:05pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
X
X
Excused
Unexcused
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Voting Members: 10
GERONTOLOGY CLUB
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The Gerontology Club has grown to a large membership with roughly 160 members in a
short period of time
Hosting an event on April 24th at the Alumni Center that will target caregivers, family
members, students, and professionals while focusing on learning to interact with persons
with dementia through the arts
o This is the second year for the event
Hosting speakers Lauren Kessler and Dave Roth
o Lauren is a Professor in the School of Journalism and Communication at the
University of Oregon
o She is an award winning author, journalist and Director of Nonfiction
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o She will be discussing lessons learned from being a caregiver in an Alzheimer’s
facility and having a mother with Alzheimer’s based upon her book
o Dave is a freelance percussionist, performer and teacher for 25 years from New
York
o He will share his work with the Alzheimer’s Association and Broadway
Alzheimer’s iPod Drive
o He will also have a role in an iPod drive on campus
 Also serves as a way for students to learn how the arts (something as small as an iPod)
can improve the quality of life of elders
 The elderly population is growing and many of these individuals will have some form of
dementia and will need services to help care for them
o The event will help students communicate and serve this particular population
 All students can benefit from learning this valuable information
 Discussion:
o The committee thought the event would bring valuable information to both
students and the community about the elderly population.
o Thought the Alumni Center is a great location for a large event
o It is an event that will not only benefit those whose majors are directly applicable
but every student on campus.
o The speakers are very experienced and will bring important insight on the topic.
o It is also impressive how fast the club has grown and how organized the event is.
o Also reassuring that they have done fundraising for the event.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $2000.00, $1000.00 per LSE fee for FY14. Senator Jensby
seconded the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
MCCAIN STUDENT AMBASSADORS
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McCain Student Ambassadors have only been around for about five years
o Club has recently grown from eight to 24 members
The group is funded through Friends of McCain donors
o They participate in a variety of outreach across campus
o The group speaks to students directly about different opportunities students have
to become engaged with the arts through McCain
o Currently in a transition phase of the organization and are currently working on
fundraising activities for next year
Group is seeking to take 20 members on a trip to Kansas City on February 21 st
Purpose is to further educate and equip their members in the arts
On the trip they will take a tour of the Kauffman Center and see the show Harvey
By attending they will better learn how to promote shows at K-State
They will also be exposing K-State to the Kansas City Theater Scene, which brings the
possibility of more shows coming to campus
The event will also allow members to learn how to better complete their jobs within the
organization and network
Discussion:
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o Members of the committee began questioning the true educational value the trip
would have for the students of K-State as a whole and weren’t sure if it was a
responsible use of student dollars.
o The networking opportunities seemed limited to just the question and answer
period/talk back after the Harvey show.
o The tour of Kauffman Center is very on point with their organization and could be
beneficial to study professionals in the field.
o Discussion about the possibility of awarding partial funding and not funding for
the tickets to Harvey were discussed.
o Committee didn’t know how founded the argument was that the trip would be
exposing K-State to the Kansas City Theater Scene.
Senator Jensby moved to deny the funding request. Intern O’Briant seconded the motion. The
motion passed 9-0-1.
ACTIVE MINDS
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chapters across the nation
o It is a new organization to K-State as of last year
Organization wants to bring in Send Silence Packing which is a nationally recognized
traveling exhibit based out of Washington D.C.
1,100 backpacks are donated and displayed in a high traffic area of campus to represent the
number of college students lost to suicide each year
Currently looking at hosting the event in the Quad in April
The program could have immeasurable impact on all members of the K-State family
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college students and the topic is often not
placed at the forefront of our society but is extremely important to the well-being and safety
of each person
The program will help bring life to this statistic as well as start conversations that may lead to
individuals seeking help, support, or just awareness of the issue
The organization has discussed the event with the Office of Student Life, Housing and
Dining, Counseling Services, various Greek Life organizations and Union Programming
Council
The K-State chapter of Active Minds will likely be hosting additional speakers and events on
the day of the program
Discussion:
o The committee thought the event would bring extremely valuable and important
information about a subject not often discussed.
o Members of the committee began questioning the need for $500.00 worth of
flyers since the event will be on display in such a prominent location on campus.
o The expensive price of the event was discussed but the committee determined that
the organization couldn’t control the price of a national exhibit.
o It is impressive how a new organization on campus is bringing in a competitive
traveling exhibit early on.
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Intern O’Briant moved to allocate $5000.00 for FY14. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The
motion passed 9-1-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Whenever you meet a Kansan I care not where it may be, Under the pines of the forest, Out on
the waves of the sea; Whenever you speak of Kansas His eyes will the brighter glow; For every
Kansan loves the land – The land where the sunflowers grow.”
-Anonymous
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Intern O’Briant seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:20pm.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 9, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:00pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 10
MODEL UNITED NATIONS
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Requesting funding to attend the 54th annual Midwest Model UM Conference in St.
Louis, Missouri
This organization is new to campus as of last semester.
o It has had a 30-year hiatus from K-State.
Students in attendance will receive first-hand experience with dealing with realistic
scenarios that demonstrate the countless difficulties of international relations.
The K-State delegation will represent four countries and will be the largest single group
at the conference.
o A total of 33 members will be in attendance.
Discussion:
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o The committee saw this as an opportunity to be exposed to learning that can’t be
done in the classroom.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $1,000.00 for travel for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded the
motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
BLACK STUDENT UNION
BSU is attending its annual conference for Black Student Unions.
This conference allows for members to attend conferences and workshops focused on
leadership development.
• Last year, BSU won the “Most Outstanding Black Student Union” award.
o This is a great recruitment tool
• There will be 18 members in attendance.
• They will make presentations to other school’s BSU and the board that oversees the
overall conference.
• Discussion:
o The committee saw that this would be a great investment of student dollars since
BSU has a positive effect on many students. Plus, BSU consistently does well at
the conferences.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $1,000.00 for travel for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded
the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
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BETA SIGMA CHI
This organization has been at K-State for nine years and currently has three members.
There are four chapters across the United States: California State University at San
Bernardino, University of California, University of Kansas and Kansas State University.
o Each chapter is responsible for hosting the leadership event at its campus.
• Two members are attending in order to gain new ideas for their chapter and for
recruitment as well as community participation.
• Discussion:
o The committee can’t fund their total request of $800.00 since only two members
will be in attendance.
o The committee didn’t feel that there would be a lot brought back to K-State in
general.
Senator Marquess moved to deny funding. Senator Wheeler seconded the motion. The motion
passed 9-1-0.
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LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS
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LULAC promotes diversity on campus and gives Hispanic students a home on campus.
Last year, the same presenters came to campus and danced. This year, there will be a
workshop on how to do traditional Hispanic dances.
The event will be held on Monday, May 5, 2014 (Cinco de Mayo).
o It will be held during dead week in hopes to have more students and community
members in attendance. It will also be held in the Union Courtyard to attract
students in the Union.
This is the second time this event has been held in LULAC’s history.
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Discussion:
o The committee felt this is a great way to promote diversity on campus and to
allow students the ability to experience new cultures.
Senator Wheeler moved to allocate $3883.32 for the LSE fee for FY 14. Senator Jensby
seconded the motion. The motion passed 9-0-0.
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR MUSIC EDUCATORS
With Marcia Neel coming to campus, this allows students in attendance to learn about
mariachi and how to teach mariachi in their classrooms.
• Neel is a renowned music educator, and more specifically, a renowned mariachi music
educator. She will lead workshops on how to teach mariachi as well as allow students to
gain professional development by learning about a different culture.
• Discussion:
o The committee saw this as a good use of student funds since students will be able
to branch out and learn about new cultures as well as learn how to teach new
music styles.
Intern O’Briant moved to allocate $3,050.00 for the LSE fee for FY14. Senator Marquess
seconded the motion. The motion passed 9-0-0.
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LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
• Model United Nations – Senator Jensby will author.
• Black Student Union – Senator Marquess will author.
• League of United Latin American Citizens – Senator Wheeler will author.
• National Association for Music Educators – Treasurer Kennedy will author.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “Never look down on someone unless you’re helping them up.”
–Jesse Jackson
ADJOURN | At-Large member Whinery moved to adjourn the meeting. Intern Spriggs
seconded the motion. The motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:29pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, February 16, 2014 at
7:00pm in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Treasurer Kennedy.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 16, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Rhett Jones
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 12
SHAPE
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Hosting speakers that will be giving a public talk on healthy relationships in April
The speakers have come in the past and were very well received
o This year they are changing up their material and will be giving a completely
different presentation than in the past
Pairing up with Wichita State and Emporia State to help reduce the total cost of bringing
the speakers to Kansas
They will travel around to all partner schools giving presentations
This year Lafene will be providing funds to help with promotions and travel
Funds provided through SGA will be used to cover the additional travel and honorarium
Women’s Studies has been giving extra credit for students in their classes that attend
Discussion:
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o The committee thought the group did an excellent job hosting an event this year
that focuses on healthy relationships that can reach a wide variety of students.
o Committee thought the event can offer educational value for students and be less
controversial than in the past.
o Nice to see that the group was partnering with other schools in the state to help
reduce cost. Also nice to see the group getting funds through other organizations.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $3,075.00 for FY14. Intern O’Briant seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
ON THE SPOT
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On the Spot is an impromptu entrainment student organization that has roughly 16
members who put on weekly shows in the Union every Thursday
 They also do workshops and presentations to the high schools around Manhattan
 Each year the group competes at a regional impromptu tournament in Kansas City
 This year the group won and earned a wild card spot in the national tournament in
Chicago
 This will be the first time K-State has ever had a team compete at nationals
 The group knows it is a short turn around period but truthfully weren’t expecting to make
it to Chicago this year
 Still working out transportation but are expecting to take a van through motor pool
 They will for sure be taking five members and their advisor but plan on adding more
people if space allows
 At regional and national competitions they also have the chance to network and meet
entertainers from other schools
o This has been known to form partnerships in the past
 Discussion:
o The committee can only fund the group $500.00 regardless of the size of vehicle
acquired because that is the confirmed number of students attending.
o The committee recognized it has a fun and competitive event but questions were
raised about its educational value for students.
 It becomes difficult because it is entrainment. Entrainment is however an
art form.
 It is a chance for On the Spot members to perfect their skills and improve
their performances both on campus and in the community of Manhattan.
 It becomes a chance to celebrate the heritage K-State and Manhattan has
in entrainment industry.
o Ultimately the committee decided that this group was going to their first ever
national competition, representing K-State, and as students we need to find value
in that experience and opportunity.
o It is really impressive that the groups qualified and the committee knows that they
will represent students extremely well.
Senator Wells moved to allocate $500.00 for FY14. Intern O’Briant seconded the motion. The
motion passed 12-0-0.
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NIRSA
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It is a national organization that focuses on anything involving recreation
K-State’s chapter has doubled from six to twelve members
They are wanting to attend the national convention in Nashville
At the convention they gain a variety of different benefits and experiences
o Offers a variety of speakers, information sessions and networking socials
o Members are able to learn and build professionally
o Vendors who produce rec equipment come to the conference and show off all the
new equipment they have to offer
 They take what they learn at the conference and implement it at the rec complex at KState
 They have done a variety of fundraising to help reduce cost and will be dividing those
funds evenly among the members who participated in those events
 The organization had originally five students confirmed attending the conference. They
now have nine confirmed and are hoping to get one or two more.
 Discussion:
Senator Blattner moved tabling this allocation until next week to allow time to get the right
number of participants attending the conference. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The
motion passed 12-0-0.
MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
 Requesting money for a multicultural event aimed to expose the beliefs, cultures, and
traditions of Muslim Women from around the world.
o April 4, 2014 will be the date of the event
 Event will include cultural displays of fashion and accessories from 11 different
countries, information about Islam and Muslim Women, calligraphy and traditional food
 Promotions will consists of posters, flyers, table tenants and both a Collegian and
Mercury advertisement
 Ultimately want to promote harmony and expose a different culture on campus
 Will occur in the International Student Center Multi-purpose room
 Discussion:
o This event is very zizzy!
o The committee thought the event would bring valuable information and a
different world perspective to students on campus they might not otherwise get to
experience.
o Excellent chance for students to experience a different culture without having to
travel to that country.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $545.00 for FY14. Senator Jensby seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
 SHAPE – Senator Wheeler will author.
 On the Spot – Senator Jensby will author.
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Muslim Students Association – Senator Marquess will author.
Bill 13/14/62: BSU – Senator Marquess moved to pass the bill out of committee with a
favorable recommendation. Senator Wells seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
 Bill 13/14/63: LULAC - Senator Marquess moved to pass the bill out of committee with
a favorable recommendation. Senator Wells seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
 Bill 13/14/64: Model UN- Senator Marquess moved to pass the bill out of committee
with a favorable recommendation. Senator Wells seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
 Bill 13/14/65: NAFME – Senator Marquess moved to pass the bill out of committee with
a favorable recommendation. Senator Wells seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
The following piece of legislation was tabled and held in committee till next week:
 NIRSA
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Well done is better than well said.”
-Benjamin Franklin
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Intern O’Braint seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:05pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, February 23 at 7:00pm
in the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 23, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:05pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 12
US GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
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U.S. Green Building Council is a national organization and K-State has a chapter
o 70 members in the organization, 20-30 who actively attend meeting and eight that
will be attending the event
The organization focuses on three main areas: education, networking, and service
The organization is looking to attend an alternative spring break service trip in New
Orleans from March 17th – 22nd
o Looking to empower locals, students and professionals to resotre home and
communities – while providing green restoration to the culturally important,
hurricane-ravaged Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans
o Also participant is service learning projects as well as hands-on educational
sessions that focus on green homes, green spaces, and green communities
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o The organization is seeking to grow its passion and knowledge about
sustainability which they can use to positively impact campus
 It is a 14 hour drive and will be leaving on the 15th and returning the 23rd to make it to
class on Monday
 Members who go will be directly impacted by what they experience in New Orleans and
members who don’t go will be able to hear about the trip from a presentation when they
return
 There was a lot of turnover in the organization this past year so this service trip will be a
nice step in reestablishing the organizations activities and events
 Haven’t done any fundraising yet but have several planned for the future such as a bake
sale
 Discussion:
o The committee felt the event was very educationally focused and directly
applicable to the students’ academic majors.
o The committee also thought it was a very diverse event with an educational
element tied in with a service project.
o There are also direct benefits that can be gained on campus from sending students
to learn more about green buildings and sustainability.
o Ultimately the committee didn’t feel that there was anything wrong with funding
the full request.
Senator Jensby moved to allocate $500.00 for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
The motion passed 11-0-1.
MANRRS
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The organization is Minorities in Agriculture Natural Resources & Related Sciences
The K-State chapter is wanting to attend the national convention in Birmingham, AL on
March 27th – 30th
The national convention offers a variety of competitions and networking options for
students
o Participants will gain opportunities to earn internships in addition to a variety of
workshops that they will be able to apply to their particular educational and career
paths
Members are able to learn and build professionally
Going to the national convention will represent the capabilities and values of K-State
students in order to get sponsors interested in our school
11 members are going and have each committed $175.00 to attend
They have done a variety of fundraising to help reduce the cost and are planning several
more before going to Alabama
Discussion:
o The committee can only fund a maximum of $1000.00 for travel even though the
event costs $6050.00
o The committee thought the students attending would gain a variety of educational
value from attending the convention.
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o There is a large amount of money still needed to make it to Alabama but the
committee felt confident that the organization will be able to acquire the
additional funds needed.
 The group hasn’t had trouble finding additional funds in the past and has
traveled with more students a longer distance.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $1,000.00 for FY14. Senator Wheeler seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
NIRSA
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It is a national organization that focuses on anything involving recreation
K-State’s chapter has doubled from six to twelve members
They are wanting to attend the national convention in Nashville
At the convention they gain a variety of different benefits and experiences
o Offers a variety of speakers, information sessions and networking socials
o Members are able to learn and build professionally
o Vendors who produce rec equipment come to the conference and show off all the
new equipment they have to offer
 They take what they learn at the conference and implement it at the rec complex at KState
 They have done a variety of fundraising to help reduce cost and will be dividing those
funds evenly among the members who participated in those events
 The organization had originally five students confirmed attending the conference. They
now have nine confirmed and are hoping to get one or two more.
 Discussion:
o Now have a confirmed number of 11 people attending the event.
o The committee recognized how educational attending the national convention
would be.
 Knowing several students have received jobs and internships shows the
value and importance of the event.
o It is also unique how the information they bring back is directly implemented at
the recreational complex causing a positive impact across campus.
o The national convention also allows for variety of networking for students to
participant in.
Senator Haley moved to allocate $1,000.00 for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
 US Green Building Council – Senator Blattner will author.
 MANRRS – Senator Wells will author.
 NIRSA– Senator Marquess will author.
 Muslim Students Association – At-Large Hovis moved to pass the bill out of committee
with a favorable recommendation. Senator Jensby seconded the motion.
The motion passed 12-0-0.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.”
- John D. Rockefeller
ADJOURN | Senator Marquess moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Wells seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:39pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, March 2 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 2, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:01pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 12
LGBT AND ALLIES
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Hosting speaker Holly Lorka on March 27th
She is a comedian who has previously performed for K-State Salina
o Performed in several festivities and opened for numerous celebrities
While her presentation won’t strictly be educational, she does focus on highlighting her
life experiences and growing pains in order to light-heartedly and humorously focus on
how we as students and young adults can interact with one another regardless of our
gender or sexual orientation.
Expecting over 200 people in the Union Ballroom
o At Salina they had 75-100 people but this year have really increased promotions
The group normally doesn’t host events like this so using all their funds would deplete
their resources dramatically
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o They do have $300.00 set aside for this particular event
 Group already has flyers designed just need the funds to print them
 Discussion:
o The committee saw this as an opportunity to provide students with an event that
would be both culturally and educationally related.
o The majority of the events we fund tend to be educational and this is slightly more
cultural.
o In the past the committee hasn’t funded the promotions in full if the group doesn’t
have specific plans for the monies use.
o Overall the event seems to be extremely organized and the speaker appears very
experienced on the topic.
Senator Blattner moved to allocate $1050.00 for FY14. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The
motion passed 10-0-2.
PERCUSSIVE ARTS SOCIETY
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Wanting to host Jason Treuting from April 11-13th
o He will be instructing students on a piece of his composition called “Amid the
Noise”
 Members of the group will be playing the world premiere of his piece on Sunday the 13 th
 The days prior he will be instructing classes and giving lessons to students
 A video accompaniment for each movement of the performance will be created by the
advanced media class on campus
 Also Wildcat Watch will be creating and broadcasting a documentary about this unique
performance
 Overall he would be in contact to close to 50 people plus those that attend the concert on
the 13th
 The group is requesting $800 solely for the LSE fee
 They aren’t looking to do many more promotions for the event because of the limited
space of the concert and previous promotions around McCain
 Discussion:
o Some members of the committee raised questions about how exclusive the
performance and event was.
 Due to the lack of interests in additional promotions it felt at times like the
event wasn’t open to all students.
o It was recognized that the event could reach a multitude of students after the
concert takes place because of the documentary by Wildcat Watch and the work
of the advanced media class.
o Members of the committee thought bringing in the composer would provide a
benefital experience to students that they couldn’t gain in the classroom.
Senator Marquess moved to allocate $800.00 for FY14. At-Large Hovis seconded the motion.
The motion passed 11-1-0.
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LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
 Bill 13/14/77: US Green Building Council
 Bill 13/14/79: MANRRS
 Bill 13/14/80: NIRSA
 Bill 13/14/82: SHAPE
Senator Blattner moved to pass the bills out of committee with a favorable recommendation.
Senator Jensby seconded the motion. The motion passed 11-0-1.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.”
-Dolly Parton
ADJOURN | Senator Marquess moved to adjourn the meeting. At-Large Hovis seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:39pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, March 9 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 9, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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Excused
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Unexcused
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Voting Members: 10
INTERNATIONAL TUBA & EUPHONIUM ASSOCIATION
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K-State chapter has been invited to perform at the international association conference at
Indiana University in Bloomington, IN
o 14 students in total attending from a variety of majors
While there will have the chance to represent to represent the university in a positive way
Student will partly be paying out of their own pockets for the trip
Their department is also providing resources but are in need of some travel funds
The group will be taking their own vehicles to be able to transport the tubas and
euphoniums easier
Around 1,000 people will attend this international event
o A variety of artists and professionals will be there
o The conference is significantly cheaper if you’re invited to perform
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o Will be able to attend a variety of workshops, performances, and master classes
 Discussion:
o The committee felt the event was very educationally focused and directly
applicable to the students’ academic majors.
o The committee also thought it was really awesome that the K-State name was
getting out in the music community.
o The free concert that is going to be provided to students is a really unique and
educational element of the event.
o Ultimately the committee didn’t feel that there was anything wrong with funding
the full request.
Senator Haley moved to allocate $1000.00 for FY14. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
The motion passed 10-0-0.
AFRICAN STUDENTS UNION
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Looking to host its annual African Cultural Evening
o Combination of performances that showcase the culture of Africa and the
diversity of countries that constitute the African continent
o Expected attendance is roughly 300-500 people
o 75-100 students are involved in the organization
 The event will take place on April 17th at the City Hall Auditorium
 The organization is a diverse group that aims to celebrate diversity on campus and in the
community
 The event will showcase the culture of East, West, North, Central and South Africa
through dance, poetry, food, slideshows and an artifacts exhibition
 They are looking to inform and generate interests about Africa to students and faculty
 Also want to better educate others about the customs and traditions of people from
countries in Africa
 Will allow others to see the positive side of Africa which isn’t often displayed
 Alumni of the organization have been generous in donating resources
 Guest speaker will be Dr. Gordon
 Group is going to look at other advertising besides the Collegian
 Discussion:
o The committee is was confused on the amount the group wanted funded. Finally
settled on $2555.00
o The committee really liked the event as a whole and thought it would hold an
extremely amount of educational value but had a lot of questions about the
logistics of the event.
Senator Jensby moved to the request pending additional information. Senator Marquess seconded
the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
GOLDEN KEY INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
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K-State’s chapter has roughly 200 people in the organization but only about 50 are active
in the organizations activities
They are requesting funding for two different events
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The first is $500 for travel to attend their three-day regional summit in St. Louis next
March
 They are hoping to take their five officers who will be paying some money out of pocket
to attend the summit
 Hoping to do several fundraisers such as bake sales and to help pay for the trip
 The next is $250 for their annual graduate recognition ceremony
o Requesting funds for plaques, space rental, and catering for the event
 Looking at hosting the event in the Union
 Discussion:
o Each request has to be on its own budget request form
 Since the first request is over a year away regardless the committee
couldn’t fund that amount. The committee decided instead to focus on the
second amount. Chair Kennedy will encourage them to apply for funding
again for their regional summit as the date approaches.
o The committee wasn’t comfortable with funding the second request.
 It isn’t possible to fund catering or plaques according to regulations.
 Began questioning the educational value of the funding request.
o The committee also wasn’t sure were the fee for space rental was coming from.
o Overall the request didn’t seem to be an effective use of student dollars.
Senator Haley moved to deny funding. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The motion passed
10-0-0.
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL
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International Week is a series of multicultural events that are open to the public
It includes a parade, fashion show, cultural exhibition, game day, panel discussion, dance
lesson and talent show
o It will take place April 6th – April 11th
o It is a large undertaking with an event each and everyday
o Each has an individual focus and purpose. They are all extremely will organized
and all give a unique perspective on the international community.
The group has done a wide variety of fundraising throughout the year to help offset the
dollar cost. They recognized student dollars should pay for the entire event.
The organization is a group of American and International students representing over 100
countries
The group tries to celebrate diversity and host cultural events. The three objectives of the
organization include: cooperation, understanding and fellowship
The space for the event has been persevered since last year
The group is mainly requesting funds for promotions
o Really looking to increase participation and in order to achieve this than
individuals will need to know about the event
o Goal is to continue to improve and grow the event
Also requesting funds for a technician for use during the talent show because of the
heavy demands of the event.
The organization has a lot of experience hosting the event as it has become an annual
tradition
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Discussion:
o The committee was extremely comfortable funding the request.
 Due to regulations the committee couldn’t fund the reusable banner.
o Other than the reusable banner the committee didn’t see issues with the amount
needed.
o The organization is doing a large amount of events and activities on a very small
budget. Impressive how much they are doing with so little.
o The event will bring a variety of educational value and benefit to students, faculty
and the Manhattan community.
Senator Jensby recommended $650.00 for FY14 depending on additional funding becoming
available. Senator Wells seconded the motion. The motion passed 10-0-0.
LEGISLATION PASSED OUT OF COMMITTEE
The following pieces of legislation will be passed out of committee with corresponding authors:
 International Tuba & Euphonium Association – Senator Jensby will author.
 International Coordinating Council - Senator Wells will author.
 Bill 13/14/83: Percussive Arts Society – Senator Jensby moved to pass the bill out of
committee with a favorable recommendation. Senator Marquess seconded the motion.
The motion passed 10-0-0.
 Bill 13/14/84: LGBT & Allies – Senator Jensby moved to pass the bill out of committee
with a favorable recommendation. Senator Marquess seconded the motion. The motion
passed 10-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.”
-Henry Ford
ADJOURN | Senator Marquess moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Blattner seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:55pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, March 23 at 1:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT GOVERNING ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 23, 2014
CALL TO ORDER | Treasurer Kennedy called the meeting to order at 1:00pm in the Office of
Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Member
Cody Kennedy
Kurt Lockwood
Saqr Alshogeathri
Andy Blattner
Sarah Haley
Ross Jensby
Jordan Marquess
Caitlyn Wells
Emily Wheeler
Luke Garrison
Tyler O’Briant
Greyson Spriggs
Hannah Hovis
Jenny Steinter
Michael Whinery
Position
Treasurer/Chair
Vice-Chair
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Senator
Intern
Intern
Intern
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Present
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X
Excused
Unexcused
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Voting Members: 9
AGRICULTURE COMPETITION TEAMS COUNCIL
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20 teams (created 15 plus years ago)
66 contests are competed in
360-400 student compete year
Animal Science Quad.
o Local competition with 15 teams competing, winner goes on to compete in the
Midwest regional competition
o If you advance past region the team goes on to the nationals
Crops Team
o Take six members and compete in Kansas City and Chicago contests
o Four different categories
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Dairy Judging
o Compete in a variety of different competitions in a variety of locations
Food Product Development
Horse Judging
o 10-15 students, travel to a variety of different locations
Landscaping Event
Livestock Judging
o 4 species with oral reasons
o 40 students compete throughout the year
Meat Animal Evaluation
o 4th place at national collegiate contest
o 20 students that will be attending the contest
Meats Judging
o Variety of different parts of the contest
o Eight different contests in the spring and the fall
NAMA Team (National Agri-Marketing Association) Team
o Made finals last 3 years
o Involve about 20 students but will only take 10 students this year
Soil Judging
o Go to the regional and then national competition
Wool Judging
o Do a variety of selections to get the wool
Entomology
o Compete at the branch competition and then also present graduate student
research
Dairy Challenge
o Go in and evaluate a dairy farm and look at what they do and how they do it
Benefits:
o Recruitment tool
o Increased student retention
o Strengthens the reputation of K-State
o Satisfaction of alumni
 Increased scholarship and general donations
o Improved recruitment of students
o 30-40 hours per week practicing
Football teams to the College of
ROBOTICS DESIGN TEAM
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Anyone can join the team and they compete at an international competition
Invited to assist with a variety of different events with robotics
Being on a design team is an holistic event that you can’t get in the classroom
Can’t get that experience in the classroom
Don’t go there to compete but to win
A lot of the costs of the programs go into the materials that it takes to make them
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This year the competition took place in Kansas City but the national competition is in
Canada
Four members will be attending the competition
Eight members right now that work on robot and the competition as a whole
Robot has to do it all in five minutes
$2,500 for the rent of equipment, material/components $3,000
May, June and July constantly working on the robots
o That’s why they have won seven years in a row
CHEME CAR
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First time requesting for SGA in history
Regionals in the spring and then nationals in the fall
In the last four years group as really grown larger
Developed two cars
Difference in travel allocation
Variety of people going to the contest
FOUNTAIN WARS
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Environmental competition team
Given technical tasks and an ascetics display
Have to build an apparatus that will shot a parachute in the air completely used by water
Have a teeter tooter task as well
Biological and agricultural engineering
Have a great partnership with other departments
Benefits of Fountain Wars:
o Hands on work with engineering, it is really easy to get involved in early on at
K-State
o 10 members that are a part of the team (8 actually going)
o Place in the top three every single time
Also going to Canada with the robotics team
Also a conference that they will be attending
Secret agent theme this year
Meet every week for Thursday nights 5:30-9:00pm roughly
Also having meetings on Sunday
During the summer do a variety of different things
5-7 hours a week per member
Rough time at fundraising - still working on sponsors
AGRICULTURE INNOVATION TEAM
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Brand new this year
Similar to a sky cam over a football game but instead it would be implements
9 billon by 2050
Not in the top 25 of the competition so they aren’t able to go on to nationals
Quite a bit of industry support
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Nine students and two faculty advisors
Trying to build the demonstration model – that is what the main funding is for
Looking at other contests currently to attend
Spent a variety of different things on it and developing content
Spent a lot of time doing it
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICS & ASTRONAUTICS
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Club promotes Aviation
30 active members (from different fields but mainly engineering)
Competition takes place in Maryland
A large amount of companies go out there and it’s a good networking chance
Had an autonomous flight and landing
Autonomous target recognition
They got 3rd out of 30+ teams
20 minute mission
Also have to do oral brief and journal paper
5th, 8th and 3rd at previous attempts
10-15 people go each year to the competition
Every member has to participant in the competition
A lot of different components
This year already been working on a variety of different things to make it better
Benefit:
o Real-world hands-on experience
o Exposure to an interdisciplinary engineering environment
o Strong image of K-State
o College of Engineering bragging rights
o Potential research opportunities for the College of Engineering
Mainly requesting for travel
3-4 traveling to competition. 5 days with the actual competition.
Varies per team member, the average team member spends 4 hours a week...more as the
months continue
There is a lot of time spent networking and meeting new people
STEEL BRIDGE
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1989 first steel bridge
9 consecutive national competitions - 1st in regional - 35th at nationals
Building the bridge currently
Fabrication is the largest part of the process
Want to improve how they do at nationals itself
Competition:
o Display
o Construction speed
o Lightness
o Stiffness
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o Construction economy
o Structural efficiency
o Overall
Most of the time nationals isn’t in a local place but this time it is nationally so most of the
request goes towards travel
Have also done touring at nationals and regionals to see how things are built and what
people can do in the future (Hoover damn, Galveston)
10 hour per week but average is 6-9 hour per week
QUIZ BOWL CLUB
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Very much like scholars bowl
Go to Oklahoma, Missouri, Minnesota and Michigan
Attend a variety of different levels ranging from basic to very difficult
4-5 tournaments a year (Oct. is when they start)
Last year qualified to go to nationals
Have had good luck recruiting and really growing the group
Hosted a tournament at K-State this fall
Looking at hosting a high school tournament
Help with fundraising and help with recruitment
Three tournaments hosted each fall that occur every single year.. in November and
February
15 people that come to practice and 10 that come regularly
4 people to a team, normally take two teams to tournaments
CONCRETE CANOE TEAM
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Out of Civil Engineering Department
A lot for one person to handle so have two canoes
Design, mix, test, theme, travel, race
Most of the funding is used for travel
Took 8th place last year
Really want to maintain high membership level
Open to everyone
Goals:
o Maintain high membership level
o Improve technical learning
o Improve overall longevity of the team
o Create a quality canoe to represent KSU
Canoe is almost completely built
Wednesday, Saturday for 6 hours per week in the fall
8 weeks in the spring devoted to the canoe team
MOCK TRIAL CLUB TEAM
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Kansas State has the best mock trial team in the state - nationally ranked
B team is a whole team of new members and have done extremely well
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Individuals are winning as well
Best place to get experience if going on to law school - great resume builder
A lot of fun to compete in the tournament
Communications Studies houses the team
Done a variety of different fundraisers
Reaching out to law firms and attorneys that are alumni to help raise money for the
tournament
7 members plus 2 coaches
2 hours every night since coming back from regionals
Really close as a team and bonded well
QUARTER-SCALE TRACTOR TEAM
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Powercat Tractors
Part of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Been extremely successful at national and international competitions
o Build and design a quarter-scale tractor
Two teams that go to competition
A-Team:
o Testing and Design
o Also have to cost report and oral report
X-Team:
o Freshman Involvement
o Way to get them involved
Compete in one competition each year
Variety of parts of competition
16 years competition - they have won 9 times
42 people that are involved
o 10 freshman max
o 30 is what makes up the A-Team
A-Team 40 hour a week the core 10 people
Compete all 6 days
Variety of components of the competition going on at once
SAE AERO DESIGN TEAM
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Aero Design West – is in Houston
Aero Design East
Been going on for a long time
It is an international competition
An extra-curricular engineering design team
Design and build a radio-controlled model aircraft
Fly a 360 degree circuit with a maximum payload and successfully land it
College students from all over the world
A wide variety of scoring events
Sponsors of SAE Aero Design they have a wide variety
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Team has established a solid reputation
Continue to do extremely well at competition. Have gotten 1,2,3rd in the last several years
Competitions involve freshman through graduate students
New students get put right to work
Variety of skills gained: communication etc.
Really watch how much they spend money and how they utilize their funding
Based out of Ward Hall
Used a variety of other locations to make the most of their competition
A large amount of careers and internships that are available through this competition
team
Work about 2-3 hours per week (wing team, tail team and now electric to)
About 5 teams in all
POWERCAT MOTORSPORTS
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Student Design Group
40 members from 3 colleges
Design, Fabricate, Race
International competition
500 universities
Lincoln, NE and Detroit, MI
Representing K-state (Homecoming winners 4 years in a row)
Do a ton of events throughout the year (Open House, Homecoming, Junior/Senior Days)
Benefits
o Marketing the College of Engineering
o Promote K-State
o Inspire Creativity
They have 2 competitions (Travel Prices; Gas, Hotel, Registration)
18-20 people going to the competition
On the regional competition they took 1,2,3rd
International competition never do as well as they want to do but that is what they are
really hoping for
Really focusing on durability this year as opposed to other years when they didn’t
SPEECH UNLIMITED
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In college everything runs all year long
Leave for nationals on April 1st
Requesting for:
Entries
Judging
For tournaments to run, you have to have people there to judge it
School must cover entry
Judging and coaching at the same time
That is completely dependent on what the students are doing and events
Portland OR next year from nationals – will be more expensive than normal
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Been in top 20 the last 15 years every year but one
11 events in college competition had national finalists in every event but one
Got business, engineering, and arts and sciences
Any major from all over the country can do it
300 schools ranging from large too small
DISCUSSION
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Overall
o Very zizzy meeting
o Denied funding to Baja SAE Team and Human-Powered Vehicle Design Team
because they didn’t show up 8-1-0
o Can’t allocate funding to Agriculture Innovation and ChemE Car because they did not
meet the requirement of being a student organization 45 days per to making the
request.
o Cut all excess requests (i.e. T-shirts, promotions). 9-0-0
o Cut food from all requests. 9-0-0
o Cut to $25 per person - 4 people to a room for hotel costs across the board. 8-1-0
o Finally went back and took a flat rate off of every group equally.
o Some of the groups didn’t request for the hotels and are avoiding the cut. The
question was raised whether that was a fair assessment.
o Being extremely objective
Senator Jensby moved to allocate funding for the academic competition teams. Senator Marquess
seconded the motion. The motion passed 9-0-0.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK |
“Success lies not in being the best but in doing your best.”
-Anonymous
ADJOURN | Senator Jensby moved to adjourn the meeting. Senator Blattner seconded the
motion. It was voted on and passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:18pm.
The next University Allocations Committee meeting will be on Sunday, March 30 at 7:00pm in
the Office of Student Activities and Services Conference Room.
Respectfully submitted by Vice-Chair Lockwood.
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