cabinet essays

Part III:

Why do you want to be an assistant cabinet director? 

I would like to be involved with this position because I have had experience being an assistant director in the past, and I really enjoyed it.  I was able to learn about a whole new side of campus, and I am eager to learn even more about the student government side. 

What university and/or community activities have you been involved in while a student at the University of Florida that would relate to the Cabinet(s) for which you are applying?

I really want to get involved with the public relations cabinet because I like dealing with and especially being around people.  I was an Assistant Director of Solicitations for Gator Growl as a freshman, and I enjoyed meeting all the people that dealt and helped out with putting on the Gator Growl performance.  I am currently an Assistant Director of Personnel for Blue Key, and with this position I have met all of the members on Blue Key and the people who run the banquets.  It is an interesting experience to be a part of these great organizations, and I like the feeling of knowing that my contributions are well needed, and that I make a difference.  I feel that my past experiences being involved on Campus have helped me to become acclimated with the University of Florida.  I now have an idea how this campus is run, and I feel that with my past experience I will be able to help out with Student Government in any way possible. 

What other type of experience do you have that would be applicable to the position(s) you are applying for?

I have been employed as a camp counselor in the past and a sales representative as well.  These jobs are directly related to helping people, and catering to their needs.  These past jobs have helped me to learn how to deal politely and carefully with people. I have learned to make the situations I have dealt with enjoyable ones, where both the customers/campers and I are content, and the communication flows well.

What new ideas or projects do you recommend for the Cabinet(s) for which you are applying?

I recommend a newsletter be sent out or posted weekly so that the Cabinet members and their assistant directors are fully informed on what needs to happen for that week.  I am not sure if this idea is already being used, but if it isn’t, I would think it would be a great way to keep these positions up and running smoothly.