President (2005-06)
UC
Representative (2004-05)
As
your President this year, I have been a tireless
advocate for students, delivering on all of my campaign
promises. I ran a deficit-free SAC Orientation, I increased clubs
funding, and I convinced the administration to improve
ROSI. My work on SAC has always been to make life easier
for students - when I was on the board of directors I
helped SAC switch to a non-profit Health Insurance plan,
saving students over $200,000 a year.
Arts and Science Students’ Union
President (2004-05)
As
President of ASSU, Paul has worked tirelessly to support
students. He lobbied to keep Robarts Library study space
open 24 hours a day. He also helped organize the
cultural festival “Unity Through Diversity,” and is
currently assisting UTM students begin course unions for
their academic programs.
Used Book Exchange
Founder
As Deputy Vice-President
University Affairs of SAC in 2003-04, Paul began the Used Book
Exchange to try to save students money on expensive
textbooks. Students had a venue to buy and sell their
used textbooks without being ripped off by steep
commission charges. From it's humble beginnings in the
Hart House East Common Room, Paul was able to bring the
Book Exchange to a semi-permanent home in New College.
This year, students who used the book exchange were able
to put $40,000 back in their pockets.
Faculty of Arts and Science
Council
Member (2004-05)
University Academic policy
affects students’ day-to-day experiences at U of T.
Paul spent this year as making sure that your interests
where upheld when the Faculty made important decisions.
As a student representative he worked with the Faculty
to make important decisions relating to curriculum, and
the policies and procedures of the entire Faculty of
Arts and Science.
University College Council
Member (2003-05)
The
University College Council - the governing body of
University College - was yet another body where Paul's
voice was respected as he worked to represent students.
University College Residence
Council
Vice President (2002-03)
Paul lived in residence for two
years and understands the needs and concerns of
residence students. Involved in planning social events,
Paul demonstrated his commitment to improving the
student experience.
