Why should students choose you for President?

NW: “In this election, I’m not asking you to choose me because I’m the best candidate, but because I’m committed to serving you. My leadership is about listening, understanding, and actively working to address your concerns. I pledge to be a fair, compassionate advocate who bridges the gap between students and administration. My goal is to amplify your voices, transform your challenges into solutions, and represent every student’s interests. I’m here to lead not for personal gain, but for collective progress.”

What is the No. 1 issue students are facing and how will you address it?

NW: “I’ll partner directly with the Career Center to create targeted mentorship tracks that expand opportunities for all students. By developing collaborative workshops, alumni networking programs, and personalized career mapping, we’ll work within the existing system to broaden career support. Our focus will be on creating practical, implementable strategies that help students in public interest, smaller firms, and non-traditional legal paths connect with meaningful opportunities. We’ll transform the Career Center’s approach through strategic, achievable improvements that benefit every student.”

How do you plan on bettering our standing with the administration and the school as a whole?

NW: “My approach to strengthening administrative relationships focuses on three principles: consistent communication, strategic collaboration, and principled advocacy. I’ll establish monthly administrator meetings with actionable agendas, place strategic student leaders on faculty committees, and build bridges through mutual understanding. Drawing from my experience as a graduate assistant, I know effective advocacy means finding common ground while standing firm on student needs. Together, we’ll create a truly collaborative environment.”

How will you better serve J.D. students?

NW: “I will enhance student success through mental health programs, Smart Study Suites, and work-life integration support. Career development will expand with a Creative Industries Legal Hub, First Chair Program for courtroom shadowing, and Alumni Engagement events. Diversity & community impact initiatives include the BLSA Legacy Speakers Series, LALSA Voces del Derecho, and legal aid programs for underserved communities. Campus spaces will be revitalized with art exhibits and interactive study areas. Inclusive support for evening, international, and veteran students will provide tailored resources like hybrid learning, visa guidance, and JAG mentorship. Student voice & interdisciplinary innovation will strengthen through open-door office hours and partnerships with business, medical, and engineering schools. These initiatives will create a more supportive, inclusive, and career-focused law school experience.”

How will you better serve evening students?

NW: “Through proven action and real solutions. As your Executive Vice President, I delivered by helping create the Evening Student Law Association. Next, we’ll implement flexible administrative hours when you’re actually on campus, ensure major events have evening options or recordings, and expand study resources during critical hours. With dedicated funding and a new mentorship program, we’ll create the inclusive community you deserve. Not just promises – proven results.”

How will you better serve LL.M and S.J.D. students?

NW: “First, creating specialized career programming focused on bar exam preparation and U.S. legal market integration. Second, implementing a dedicated international alumni network with country-specific mentorship and job opportunities. Third, establishing visa support services with OPT/CPT guidance and immigration attorney consultations. We’ll ensure LL.M. and S.J.D. students have the resources they need to thrive at GW Law and beyond.”

What do you plan to do regarding the Public Interest Journal?

NW: “I will ensure the Public Interest Journal meets journal standards and ABA guidelines. I’ll work with JAC, the Curriculum Committee, and the Ad-Hoc Committee to incorporate student input and address credit requirements. Partnering with the administration, I’ll help resolve structural issues like faculty oversight and journal framework, ensuring it aligns with both institutional standards and student needs.”

What should and should not change going into next year for the following roles SBA plays?

Advocacy.

NW: “Should Change: Transition from direct coordination to a supportive resource model, focusing on facilitating and enabling advocacy efforts rather than managing them centrally
Should Not Change: Maintaining structured monthly Dean’s Office meetings”

Finances.

NW: “Should Change: Implement a more inclusive and needs-based approach to supporting diverse student groups’ programming
Should Not Change: Developing transparent and equitable funding allocation mechanisms for student organizations”

Programming.

NW: “Should Change: Increase financial resources to support student-driven initiatives and foster inter-organizational collaboration for more impactful programming
Should Not Change: Empowering student leaders to define and shape program priorities”

Umbrella Organization for GW Law Student Organizations.

NW: “Should Change: Develop more effective communication channels and support structures between the SBA and individual student organizations
Should Not Change: Maintaining a strong commitment to representing diverse student interests and providing comprehensive organizational support.”

What is your opinion on the current SBA administration?

NW: “The current SBA administration inherited significant challenges, and we worked hard to fix them. We successfully collaborated with the Senate to restore key powers, such as budget control, ensuring a more balanced governance structure. However, we need greater student engagement while streamlining SBA positions for efficiency. Most importantly, SBA must prioritize serving student interests over school politics, refocusing on advocacy, transparency, and tangible improvements for the student body.”

Rate your agreement with the following statements:

Question	Response
SBA should have to fundraise itself.	Strongly Agree
The R fund and C fund distinction should be abolished.	Disagree
The Career Center is doing a good job.	Strongly Disagree
The Dean of Students office is doing a good job.	Disagree
The Finance office is doing a good job.	Agree
The GW Law administration communicates clearly.	Strongly Disagree
The SBA Executive Branch is too big.	Strongly Agree
The SBA should constitutionally reorganize as a one-branch institution.	Agree
The SBA operates effectively right now.	Disagree
Barrister’s Ball is the most important thing SBA does.	Disagree
Students should know what goes on in Faculty meetings.	Strongly Agree
The Nota Bene is an important institution at GW Law.	Agree