As posted on our OWA1 mails and spammed while eating at the SA cafeteria, the SA held the first ever Presidential Debate, which I myself don't know what is it all about. So I came to the debate/hustings hoping that I'd know what it is.
It was held at F1A15, around 5pm. When I walked into the place, there were quite a number of people. Even the staffs came.
It was held at F1A15, around 5pm. When I walked into the place, there were quite a number of people. Even the staffs came.
Mr Azlan aka Head of Security came
I think this guy is a staff/lecturer.
I think this guy is a staff/lecturer.
Anyway, back to the matter. So everybody arrived in the hall, with excitement and hopes that they will get to know the SA officers better, or simply to enjoy the comfortable air-conditioned room as it was stuffy and hot outside.
So while I was chatting with a friend, specifically a newly appointed SA officer, more and more students and staffs filled the hall.
So while I was chatting with a friend, specifically a newly appointed SA officer, more and more students and staffs filled the hall.
Several pics depicting the first few minutes of the debate/hustings.
In one of the pic above, there's an explanation about what is HUSTING. Even though they wrote it out quite big, I still don't understand a quarter of the meaning LOL.
Okay, then this is when the first MAJOR LETDOWN in the history of SA began. While waiting for the event to start, a person came up to the front stage and said " Ok listen everyone. May I have your attention please? We are sad to announce that today's debate has been CANCELLED due to some management problems. Please check your emails for futher updates ".
And that was it? No apologies, no next confirmed date of the debate/husting?! YOU GOTTA BE KIDDIN' ME! OMG, the first ever SA Presidential Debate just made the first ever Presidential impression : WHICH WAS NOT GOOD.
Sad, dissapointed, angry and frustrated, the attendees left the hall with groans and complaints.
Sad, dissapointed, angry and frustrated, the attendees left the hall with groans and complaints.
Cluster of pics showing everybody going out from the hall
Thank you for reading and til then, have a nice day.
Yours truly,
Irzazder.
On my way to the exit, seriously, lots and lots of unkind things were said. And all of it was to the Presidential Debate. Some even said that the SA does not take this matter seriously.
For the university management that handled this matter, please do not make a mistake like this again as it effects the SA's status and reputation on the students eyes.
I hope that the next debate/husting would not be another letdown.
For the university management that handled this matter, please do not make a mistake like this again as it effects the SA's status and reputation on the students eyes.
I hope that the next debate/husting would not be another letdown.
Thank you for reading and til then, have a nice day.
Yours truly,
Irzazder.
April 17, 2009 at 10:40 AM
Well, you will be more pissed off when you know how it all began! Someone obviously screwd with the management to cancel it.
April 17, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Then do tell us who don't know.
April 17, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Yeah.This thing ain't even a joke to me.
April 17, 2009 at 3:12 PM
//No apologies, no next confirmed date of the debate/husting?!//
You go to be kidding right. Why do you expect an apology from us when we didnt do anything wrong. We were told to cancel it just 5 mins b4 the actual hustings without even an explanation.
You guys have to remember something b4 pointing at us. You all are the members of the SA and we are the executives to represent you guys. If you are pointing at SA means, you are pointing at you as well. Likewise, if you are bitching abt SA means you are spitting on you guys, yourselves.
I cant explain further about this issue as am away from uni for almost 2 weeks for medication. Updates via mails z not enough to discuss further. You guys have to wait till the SA submit their report in mid June.
You guys have to wait till the management gives an explanation and SA DOES NOT HOLD ANY RESPONSIBILITIES. And, if you guys are desperate and brave enough, you can ask the management directly :-)
April 17, 2009 at 6:02 PM
SA this year blows. Last year was the best. You know why?
President and VP were locals. They know us better and our way of life.
Probably in the future, the President and VP must consist of 1 local + 1 international or vice versa.
April 17, 2009 at 9:51 PM
hey man,how'd u know last year was the best huh?
from my point of view,this year's events are far more FUN than last years.
I freaking admit it man..last year was like,no ads and watsoever,and suddenly an event pops out
how the f*** am I suppose 2 know?
this year's ok cause they had proper ads n stuff
sh*t,we have a cultural night this year fer god's sake!
April 18, 2009 at 1:12 AM
Last year sa admitted that they have not done anything after seeing this year sa's work. i never saw last year sa executives (locals) took bus and how on the earth they would have knew about the bus service. they didnt stay on campus during weekends. they didnt have any problems and they didnt bother about many issues. most executives are international students this year. only one local executive has car among 3 locals. so they use bus and they stay on campus. it made a difference to the student body as they are available all the time.
April 18, 2009 at 1:16 AM
It is an international university. you better go to local university if you want a local to be a president. It is gonna hard for a local to be a president; because, international students are planning well to be the sa presidents in future. poor you.
April 18, 2009 at 2:22 AM
so true so true,
i'm a friggin local, and i can tell you last yrs execs were bullshit, maybe this year, they weren't the best, but hey nobody's perfect right, but this yr, they've done a waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better job than last yr,s figurines, who were there just for namesake...
the welfare of international students this yr has definitely been heard of this yr
April 18, 2009 at 2:41 AM
LOL! i can't believe you guys are arguing local or international. All i know is, Nottingham Students are cowards! they talk among themselves how shitty SA is. The problem is, you made them shitty.. you never sound your opinions and problems.. and when they make a mistake.. you attack them when they are weak! i am sick of Nottingham students!
Whether its local or international... a good president will restructure how the SA works, as it has proven itself a failure due to lack of man power, part-time executives were overworked and went under a lot of pressure.
Its not about ethnicity, its not about popularity, its not about voting your friends. its about choosing a leader, that can elevate the quality of your university life. You guys can stop being a 5 year old stuck in an adult body.
April 18, 2009 at 4:25 PM
i'm a local student, and i resemble the above qualities =S
April 18, 2009 at 11:35 PM
is it true that SA execs can get access to our owa inboxes?
April 19, 2009 at 1:08 PM
grow up man! no one has access to ur owa inbox except u! they are just fellow students who volunteered for us....they don't have any sort of 'powers' cos they r in!
but they probably do get some stuff that we are not aware of ;)
April 19, 2009 at 5:16 PM
guys seriously, if you think you can do a better job, then run for the posts, they are coming up in Oct. please run and do something about it..if not hush up, stop complaining, these people are students like all of us, they just took the time to work for us and we are just being ungrateful. but i will however, complain about the way manoo speaks 2 us. it is disrespectful and we expect better from an SA exec. we understand your frustration but you sending mail 2 everyone expressing your anger in such an unprofessional manner is uncalled for, and unfair to the rest of the student body, those who arent attacking you personally or the SA execs.
April 29, 2009 at 10:54 PM
Hi guys,
I am a mobility student to the UK campus. After coming here, what i can say about the Malaysian Campus is that, "most" not all, students have a 3rd class mentality with 1st class infrastructure.
Stop pointing fingers! Be the change that you want to see. Sooner or later it will become a culture that everyone will follow. ;)
May 5, 2009 at 2:55 AM
Why's manoo sooo grumpy? why can't he just take criticisms in stride? it's not like the position was shoved down his throat was it?
That said, the SA this year's definitely the best EVER!
May 5, 2009 at 4:04 AM
to :Notts_Army
Well said, that is the only thing holding us back, they say that you should adapt to the surrounding of the country you are in, but in this case, we should make our university an exception.
We are truly blessed to be provided with such a fassility that allows us to grow in terms of mindset but why to we still stick to a 3rd class mindset. This was also said by one of malaysia's own politician.
We refuse to let people think that our mentality is 3rd class mentatly but we ourselves pride being 3rd class without even realising it.
"man in the mirror" - michael jackson.
If you can change yourself, you can change the world.
May 5, 2009 at 3:45 PM
that manoo guy: that's y d UNMC SA sucks so much..
U guys just go for d posts coz u like being in d spotlite
u dont really care bout others,
if only d SA offcrs were more concernd, i dnt thnk we'd hve any more dissapointmnts with issues like d cafe n evrythg else..
n about apologizing :
dude, dats just common sense,
if ur so b*tchd up 2 bcome a stdnt leader,
at least b noble enough to take responsibility..
instead of blaiming managemnt n everytg..
u know wut,
u SA guys should b glad u ddnt go tru d hustgs,
coz im damn sure with an attitude like manoo, u wont get anywhere..
so go thank ur dear cronies who appointed u..
coz im sure they regret it by now..
cheers n youll never walk alone!! LOL
May 6, 2009 at 10:45 PM
Hi everyone. I think the person called Manoo is not actually a guy but a girl. Nevertheless she should be more professional in handling the matter instead of whining like a 5 year old girl.
May 13, 2009 at 1:20 PM
SA is so fucked up - Ross
June 6, 2009 at 10:02 AM
SA is so fucked up because Paul is fucking it up Ross. You know that better than others right.
June 28, 2009 at 2:44 AM
this uni is fucked up. u know what? im a drug addict
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