Name: Nick Bertasi
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): SO
Expected Graduation: 2014
Major(s): Political Science & Economics
Minor(s): History
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: Club Soccer
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): University Honors Program
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I enjoy being in a position that allows me to positively affect change in our University.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“I hope to bring about some reforms to the intramural program.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“There are so many great aspects of SMU that come to mind from the obviously gorgeous campus to boulevarding, but I think SMU’s greatest assets are the top quality people that make up the university.”
Just for Fun: Favorite Sport? [No Response]
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Name: Parminder Deo
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): Sophomore
Expected Graduation: May 2014
Major(s): Biological Sciences & Journalism
Minor(s): Business Administration & Chemistry
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: Academic Resident Assistant- Morrison and McGinnis Hall, Student Senate- Dedman I Senator, Sikh Student Association-Vice President, Minority Association of Pre-Health Students, and Indian Students Association
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): Mustang Bridge Program
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I enjoy finding any issues students may have and fixing them. For the campus to be the best possible the students need to tell us their concerns so they can be changed.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“I hope to write a lot of legislation and represent my constituents the best I can.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“ I like the fact that there is something for everyone. If you want to start a club of your interest you can. SMU, to me, is very open to the opinions of the students allowing them to make this campus the best possible.”
Just for Fun, Famous Person You Would Like to Meet?: Sanjay Gupta
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Name: An Phan
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): SO
Expected Graduation: May 2014
Major(s): Corporate Communication and Public Affairs
Minor(s): Human Rights
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: One28, Club Tennis
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): University Honors Program, Pre-Law Scholars
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I enjoy being able to better serve SMU by addressing student concerns and working to turn them into legislation.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“I hope to become more aware of student concerns by meeting and learning about students in all different areas of the student body. As I become more connected with a more diverse group of students, I plan to introduce legislation that improves SMU’s quality of life for the student body as a whole.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“The school spirit and the dedication of our faculty to help students succeed.”
Just for Fun: What is your dream job? Lawyer
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Name: Scott Robson
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): Sophomore
Expected Graduation: 2014
Major(s): Finance and Economics
Minor(s): Marketing
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: IFC Executive Board, Mustang Heroes, and Intramurals
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): SAE
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I enjoy discussing issuers with senators and coming up with solutions to those issues.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“I hope to bring a closer bond between the school and its students. I feel this is key to gaining their trust and enhancing school life.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“My favorite thing about SMU is the opportunities SMU gives its students.”
Just for Fun, Dream Vacation Destination?
“My dream vacation would be to go to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.”
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Name: Christoph Schmidt
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): JR
Expected Graduation: 2013
Major(s): Finance
Minor(s): Economics
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU:
Student Representative to SMU Board of Trustees: Finance Committee, The Hegi Family Career Development Center (VP of Special Projects, Career Development Ambassador), Student Senate, Senate Finance Committee, College Republicans (Treasurer)
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): University Honors Program
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I enjoy representing my constituents in Dedman on all issues, which are brought before the senate. In particular, I enjoy healthy debates on legislation with the ability to speak on behalf of my constituents in representing their interests and well-being.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“This year, I will continue to serve as a liaison between the senate and the students as well as a member of the Student Senate Finance Committee, with a focus on promoting the implementation of standard reading days.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“Opportunities. SMU affords its students so many different opportunities to get involved that it makes being a Mustang so much more than just being a student in the classroom. Whether you’re involved in Greek Life, Student Senate, athletics, clubs, or organizations, SMU offers its students any and every opportunity to pursue his or her interests.”
Just for Fun, Favorite Sports Team (if any)?
“Washington Capitals, Washington Redskins, [and the] New York Yankees”
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Name: Savannah Stephens
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): SO
Expected Graduation: May 2014
Major(s): Undeclared (Will be Communications and History)
Minor(s): Undeclared (Will be Human Rights)
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: Panhellenic Delegate
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): Alpha Chi Omega
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I will enjoy being able to help my constituents and working with other members of senate to crate legislation that will help the SMU community.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“Legislation that will extend library hours at different libraries”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“The family history and traditions that are here for me.”
Just for Fun: Your Life Would be Complete If . . .?
“I could become CEO of Disney.”
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Name: Jacob Watts
Classification (FR, SO, JR, SR): SO
Expected Graduation: 2014
Major(s): Business, Economics
Minor(s): Political Science
Activities/Organizations You’re Involved in at SMU: [No response]
Club/Greek/Honor Society Affiliation(s): Lambda Chi Alpha, National Society of Collegiate Scholars
What do you enjoy about being a Dedman I Senator?
“I love having the opportunity to give back to SMU while still a student.”
What do you hope to achieve as a Dedman I Senator?
“I hope to create and enact effective solutions for many of the major issues affecting SMU students.”
What’s your favorite thing about SMU?
“Do I have to pick only one? I’m a huge fan of Greek life at SMU, but I also love the academics and the commitment the professors have to being great teachers.”
Just for Fun: If You Were a Billionaire, You Would . . .
“To be perfectly honest, I’d probably buy a new Audi and set aside some money for law school. I’d also give a portion of the money to a Dallas charity that my sister started called the Legacy Service Organization.”
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