Confusion over society elections
Although YUSU’s proposed streamlining of societal elections has been condemned by some prominent societies, this is not a reason to disregard it completely. There is merit in the idea of centralisation if it will help improve society cohesion and effectiveness. However, the proposal from YUSU does not seem clear enough in its objectives. The relaxed manner in which YUSU has allowed societies to approach the decision is indicative of its own confusion over the issue.
Although many societies will be able to weather this change with no major disruptions, indeed they may find the standardisation helpful when dealing with YUSU, performance and media societies have a very different interpretation of the proposal. Generally speaking, these societies are among the larger and better established and as a result have a system already in place. The unique nature of what many of these societies create, be it a play, paper, or performance, leaves little room for a learning process. These societies’ election methods are by no means perfect, but because they are each uniquely tailored for the society, they are suited to purpose, and therefore effectively efficient. We are proud to boast one of the most vibrant societal landscapes in the country, and tampering with such a successful program is a recipe only for disaster.
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What exactly’s meant by “streamlining”?
I’ve heard it bandied about a fair bit, but nobody’s actually elaborated upon what that would entail.
The Union website is, as ever, bloody useless.