{"id":39779,"date":"2024-10-11T09:36:52","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T14:36:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/?p=39779"},"modified":"2024-10-11T09:36:52","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T14:36:52","slug":"meet-the-new-studco-junior-at-large-sumaer-gupta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/2024\/10\/11\/meet-the-new-studco-junior-at-large-sumaer-gupta\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the New StudCo – Junior at Large Sumaer Gupta"},"content":{"rendered":"

Entering the 2024-25 school year, we have a refreshed StudCo with enthusiastic new class leaders! This brief article introduces our Junior at Large for this school year: Sumaer Gupta.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the Acronym\u2019s interview with Sumaer Gupta, we covered a few questions regarding his background in leadership, plans for StudCo, and more!<\/span><\/p>\n

Briefly describe your position and duties for new IMSA students as Junior at Large.<\/b><\/p>\n

Sumaer effectively serves as the Junior class representative and wants to resolve connection issues between classes. \u201cI hope to become more of a friend with the juniors as opposed to a formal representative for them,\u201d says the Junior at Large. He believes it\u2019s more important to share tight bonds with the class to dissect the largest issues on campus. Moreover, it is easier to talk with a friend than with a businessman or government official. Alongside his goals to connect with the class more, Sumaer also plays a role on StudCo\u2019s Newsletter Committee and puts efforts towards reviving the StudBoard and Notion.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why did you run for StudCo?<\/b><\/p>\n

Having been on his old school\u2019s student council, Sumaer is an experienced and inviting member of StudCo. Another one of his main motives for running was to strengthen the bond between faculty and students at IMSA. Since middle school, he has been very connected with his teachers, faculty, students, and academics in general, making this a priority for his time on StudCo. Finally, Sumaer wanted to join to learn from diverse perspectives and experience a learning curve from listening to others.<\/span><\/p>\n

What advice do you have for new students interested in running for the \u201cat Large\u201d position or in general on StudCo?<\/b><\/p>\n

For aspiring StudCo members, Sumaer emphasizes that \u201cthe \u2018At Large\u2019 position is geared towards your class so be funny\u2013humor takes representatives a long way.\u201d Additionally, Sumaer recommends finding realistic and specific issues when applying for the position, i.e. Lexington\u2019s questionable meals and S&E mod are challenging and far too broad for just the \u201cAt Large\u201d representative to handle, and mostly unrelated to the classes of IMSA. <\/span><\/p>\n

What goals do you have for this upcoming school year?<\/b><\/p>\n

This school year, Sumaer is focusing on revamping the Big-Sib Program at IMSA, as the largest issue in the past was the lack of commitment and organization. Then, tying back to Sumaer\u2019s passion for StudCo, he hopes to remain an outspoken advocate for the Junior class and truly demonstrate community issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

As for getting to know you, are there any things such as subjects, extracurriculars, or experiences you would like to share that relate to StudCo, helped you find this path, or just in general you want to share with the audience? <\/b><\/p>\n

Apart from prior experience in StudCo, Sumaer believes his role on the Acronym allowed him to professionalize his writing for StudCo and contributed to his success. Alongside this, his time on the Speech and Debate team allowed him to deliver points more effectively and concisely, building his speaking skills significantly. <\/span><\/p>\n

How has StudCo been so far, how\u2019s the team getting along and what are you looking forward to?<\/b><\/p>\n

So far, StudCo has turned out to be fantastic for Sumaer! The Springfield trip was a blast and the team is getting along nicely! He believes that Welcome Week is crucial for StudCo\u2019s success at least for the first half of the school year, and it\u2019s important to start on the right foot.<\/span><\/p>\n

Any final words about your StudCo journey?<\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cI want to learn and grow from my Junior class and fellow StudCo members. StudCo 2024 is the year of Reform!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

On behalf of the Acronym, we are excited to see Sumaer\u2019s contributions to StudCo and IMSA\u2019s future!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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