Hey! I’m Jack, a first-year Computer Science student in the Cybersecurity stream running to be your representative. To be brief, my goal is to make our first year more connected by creating opportunities to meet new people, build friendships, and support each other academically. I want to foster a community where students feel included, engaged, and able to grow together.
Below are some highlights from my platform. If you want a more detailed copy, please reference my manifesto.
I will organize friendly events like coffee chats, social activities, and game nights including activities such as laser tag and capture the flag. These events will give students the chance to connect outside of class, form friendships, and make the transition to university life easier. A stronger community also leads to stronger academics, since it’s easier to study together, share resources, and collaborate with each other.
Instead of solely relying on mentorship from upper years, my goal is to move towards a more accessible peer support-based system. This includes creating a first-year tutoring system where students who are confident in certain subjects can volunteer to help others, forming regular study groups, as well as organizing drop-in study sessions before midterms and exams. I also want to connect students with existing resources such as academic advisors, TA office hours, and online communities.
Building connections is as important as personal connections. Putting your foot in the door as early as possible is a strong step to take towards building your career. I will organize events that professionally connect us with alumni and industry professionals. The events will include alumni panels, workshops, and resume clinics.
As your representative, I pledge to listen to your ideas and bring forth an ever-adapting plan of action built to strengthen our community.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please reach out to me below:
📷 Instagram: jack_d_h_gibbons
📬 Email: jackgibbons@cmail.carleton.ca
