Your Voice, Your Vote: Inside UGBC Elections

Dylan welcomes Christine Burke to discuss the Undergraduate Government of Boston College (UGBC) and the upcoming UGBC elections. Christine explains the role of UGBC in student advocacy and leadership, breaks down the election process, and outlines how students can sign up to be on the ballot. She also shares insights on who is eligible to run and offers advice for students interested in campaigning. Finally, Christine provides details on how students can stay connected with UGBC and the Office of Student Involvement (OSI). Tune in to learn how you can engage in student government and make an impact at BC!

Episode 155 of the Discover Boston College podcast, hosted by Dylan Carollo, Christine Burke, titled "Your Voice, Your Vote: Inside UGBC Elections" was published on February 25, 2025 and runs 3 minutes.

February 25, 2025 ·3m · Discover Boston College

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Dylan welcomes Christine Burke to discuss the Undergraduate Government of Boston College (UGBC) and the upcoming UGBC elections. Christine explains the role of UGBC in student advocacy and leadership, breaks down the election process, and outlines how students can sign up to be on the ballot. She also shares insights on who is eligible to run and offers advice for students interested in campaigning. Finally, Christine provides details on how students can stay connected with UGBC and the Office of Student Involvement (OSI). Tune in to learn how you can engage in student government and make an impact at BC!

Episode Description

Dylan welcomes Christine Burke to discuss the Undergraduate Government of Boston College (UGBC) and the upcoming UGBC elections. Christine explains the role of UGBC in student advocacy and leadership, breaks down the election process, and outlines how students can sign up to be on the ballot. She also shares insights on who is eligible to run and offers advice for students interested in campaigning. Finally, Christine provides details on how students can stay connected with UGBC and the Office of Student Involvement (OSI). Tune in to learn how you can engage in student government and make an impact at BC!

0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with Dylan Carollo.

0:18 | Introduction to Christine Burke, Assistant Director of Student Governance and Organizations within BC's Office of Student Involvement (OSI).

0:34 | What is UGBC?

0:58 | What’s the election process?

1:27 | Can any student run?

1:43 | Does Christine have any advice for students running for election?

2:13 | How do students connect with UGBC and/or OSI?

2:48 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!

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