Highlights from ASUCR SOA meeting held 11/15
ASUCR senators and executive officers gathered for their third state of the association meeting of the quarter this past Wednesday, Nov. 15. Here are a few highlights from the meeting:
Seismic Improvements for Falkirk…...
Video: 2014 ASUCR presidential debates
Watch the Highlander's livestream of ASUCR's presidential debates on our YouTube page at youtube.com/ucrchannelh:
The Highlander's managing editor Colin Markovich will be moderating the event, asking candidates questions about their goals should they be elected.
http://youtu.be/1EuBgL8Dx8c
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