Legislative Affairs Committee
+ Meet the Chairs: Breana Fife and Alex Reber
Breana Fife is a math major and econ minor in the Class of 2012. As co-chair of legislative affairs, her goals are to strengthen ties with Virginia21, keep the student body informed about elections and important legislation, and incorporate more student involvement in UVa Day. Breana is also a Program Director for the Madison House Big Siblings Program and a member of Nu Omega Iota sorority. In her spare time she enjoys running and spending time outdoors. Alex Reber is a second year Systems Engineering and Economics Major. He serves on Student Council as a Co-Chair of Legislative Affairs and as a representative from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. He is an active member of the College Republicans and enjoys cycling on Charlottesville’s back roads whenever he can find the time. As a member of Student Council he is looking to expand the University’s lobbying efforts and increase the voice of students not only in the UVA community but in the Virginia General Assembly as well.
Meeting Time: TBD
The Legislative Affairs Committee is responsible for representing the interests of University students in the Virginia state government, and encouraging student participation in the political process.
Recent News & Updates:
- UVaDay 2012
- Legislative Affairs Review
- Political Trivia Night
- Debate Night 2011- Deeds vs. Aldous
- Homecomings 2011: The Tradition Returns!
Past Committee initiatives include:
- Election Night Rally: an event that proved to be a bi-partisan election night rally in Newcomb Hall with multiple screens, free food, games, and prizes.
- UVA Day in Richmond: a trip to Richmond organized by the committee in order to meet with legislators about students’ concerns and priorities.
- Professor Leniency on Election Day: the committee encouraged deans and faculty members to allow students to make-up class or assignments in order to return home to vote on Election Day.