Some argued that it would favor only the incumbents and the compressed campaign time would make it a popularity contest. Others said it would increase student participation and reduce the chance of fraud. One week after the election, it appears that it may become the norm for future elections. SGA Elections Commissioner Brad Keller said he wasn't sure if he wanted to hear the candidates' reactions at first, but added he has not heard any negative comments yet. But I haven't heard any negative comments yet.
Most candidates say they'd probably drop out if they had to go another week.
Prior to the elections, SGA president-elect Jon Jageman said he was apprehensive about a shortened campaign, but with some changes, he said he feels it could work for the best interests of the students. Jageman praised the work of Keller and the commission for doing a good job, but added that communication between the EC and the candidates needs strengthening. The communication problem Jageman mentioned stems from a question that a candidate presented to Keller through the EC's listserv about drawing posters on campus sidewalks with chalk. Keller said it was posted at 4 p.m., but he could not reply immediately because he was unable to access the computer which maintained the listserv. Early the next morning, around 6 a.m., Keller said he was able to go to his office where the computer is located and respond to the question.