They are taking time to get to know the delegates so people can feel more comfortable speaking during the meetings. Spencer said she hopes this will help motivate those students who are just looking for another activity to add to their resume. While Spencer concedes s that the formalized power of student government is not potent, she wants to dispel the myth that Congress is completely powerless. She also pointed to the effectiveness of presenting issues and concerns to administrators through formal resolutions drafted by students. Some of the past resolutions have helped to improve campus safety.
Student government is responsible for the new blue lights on the emergency phones.
What's more, they are going to be distributing personal whistles for students to use if in danger. In support of the Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils, student government has also moved to get student IDs color-coded by class. The major project for this semester is an in depth evaluation of that unique DePauw experience - Winter Term. According to Reynolds, they are going to examine everything from class offerings to social concerns. Congress is even investigating possible alternatives to Winter Term, such as a Spring Term.