Et tu Pima: Student-senate connection
By ANGEL CANEZ
When you hear the word “senate,” you probably think of the approaching midterm elections or Washington, D.C.
However, there’s another senate that exists under your nose: the Pima Community College Student Senate.
The Senate consists of 14 elected Pima students. Their goal is to act as a voice for the people and to maximize Pima students’ learning experiences. They act as a bridge from the student body to the school administration to help keep tabs on campus problems.
“We represent the student population, and we always have to keep that in mind when making choices with the board,” said Pima East Student Senator Caitlin Encinas by email.
However, not everybody can run for the Senate. Requirements include attending at least 85 pe...