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I have worked with Terry Reilly '12 on the SGA for only a short amount of time, but in his one semester at the helm of the Academic Affairs Committee, he has successfully caught my attention as a capable, passionate, and trustworthy leader.

He has been a key advocate, and often the driving force in establishing that all textbook ISBN numbers will be available to students during pre-registration (meaning that you can order your books from alternative sources other than the bookstore before the semester begins).

Reilly has also ensured that course syllabi will be online to help students during pre-registration, so that you can get a better feel for a class before registering.

Furthermore, he has established that course evaluations with student's comments will be made public, so you'll have access to further information on a course, its requirements, and the professor before enrolling.

Reilly also started a Textbook Reserve Program in the library, meaning the textbooks most often utilized by students with the largest price tags are now available in the library for free.

Lastly, Reilly allowed for students to have access to the registrar's forms in the basement of Mather, so that you have one less reason to make the walk to Trinity Commons.

Terry's accomplishments are immense, which is a testament to the good repitoirehe has cultivated with the administration and faculty during his time as a Committee Chair. He will continue to be effective as the Executive Vice President due to the respect and admiration achieved by those that have had the pleasure of working with him thus far.

I would also like to speak about Terry as a friend. In addition to his involvement with SGA, Terry is also the Co-President of the Newman Society and is a Dean's Scholar. He takes pride in being a patient and caring peer, as well as an outstanding student. He will remain committed to academics and extra-curriculars while serving on the Executive Board of SGA.

I have been on SGA for many years as a Senator, Committee Chair, and Vice President, and I know what it takes. I am confident that Terry will not only fulfill his position dutifully, but also go above and beyond to cause positive change on our campus.

It would be unfortunate for the student body not to elect Terry as the Executive Vice-President. He has proven himself through his position as the Committee Chair of Academic Affairs, has received resounding support from the current SGA and its past leaders, including the man whose position he'd be filling, Ibrahim Diallo '11, and demands respect from the administration and faculty for his outstanding academic and personal record. He is sure to be an extremely effective vice president.

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