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SA R49 (2021-2022): Cornell Civic Holiday

Conveyed to the President

  • Resolution:
  • Day:
    April 15, 2022
  • Action:
    Conveyed to the President
  • Summary / Notes:

    This resolution advocates for the creation of the Cornell Civic Holiday in which all university activities would be suspended to create a day of service and civic engagement. Such Holiday would occur every Election Day, beginning in 2024.

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    Dear President Pollack, 

     

    It is my pleasure to convey to you SA Resolution #49:Cornell Civic Holiday.

     

    This resolution advocates for the creation of the Cornell Civic Holiday in which all university activities would be suspended to create a day of service and civic engagement. Such Holiday would occur every Election Day, beginning in 2024.

     

    The resolution was adopted by the assembly by unanimous consent. 

     

    I would like to thank Patrick Mehler, our former Director of Elections for his longtime work on this initiative. 

     

    Thank you. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.


    Best, 
    Anuli 

     

     

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    Anuli Ononye  

    President, Cornell University Student Assembly 

    College of Arts & Sciences ' 22