Eve Laird, Arts U3

Austin is incontestably the top candidate running for SSMU president.  I have known Austin for two years and can say without a doubt that he is one of the most genuine, outgoing and caring individuals I have met at McGill.  He is approachable and open-minded, characteristics I see as essential for any leader looking to represent the diverse population that make up McGill’s student body.  I believe that one of the most important aspects of leadership is the ability to engage and connect with others, because without their participation it is difficult to make change. Austin’s inspiring demeanor enables him to engage and interest others in what he is passionate about. A testament to this ability is the fact that he has inspired a countless number of people to campaign on his behalf who normally don’t take part in student politics.  I couldn’t help but join Austin’s campaign team after talking to him about his passion and commitment and seeing the confidence he has in himself to be SSMU president.  He has worked with SSMU for four years, two of which he spent working directly with the president, giving him unrivaled knowledge and experience about the inner workings of SSMU and what exactly it takes to be SSMU president. Austin’s experience, topped by his positive attitude and approachability, gives me absolute certainty in my decision to vote for and endorse him for SSMU president.