Pictured Above: Andrea Campos said she hasn’t yet decided if there will be a new lieutenant governor appointment.
Courtesy of Isaiah Castle
By Sophie Ojdanic
A week after the resignation of SG Lieutenant Governor Isaiah Castle, Governor Andrea Campos said she “will be discussing the options with the appropriate legal counsel within Student Government throughout the next week to decide whether there will be an appointment to this position.”
Here are her other responses to The Crow’s Nest’s questions:
Q: Are we correct in assuming that you were involved in the decision that Isaiah had to resign?
A: I was not involved in Isaiah’s decision to resign as Lieutenant Governor.
Q: What is your reaction to his departure?
A: Isaiah is a dedicated student leader that has established initiatives and projects for the betterment of the student body. His dedication and passion will help students, especially minorities, feel welcome at USF, and hopefully help us progress in becoming a more accepting and inclusive community.
Q: This is the third time in recent years that a male student prominent in SG has faced Title IX accusations (Samuel Goetz in 2016-2017, Ziya Kardas in 2016). What would you say to students who are already pretty negative and apathetic toward SG?
A: The safety of all students is a priority. It’s important that those who feel apathetic remember that Student Government’s purpose is to help the student body, advance student support and resources and create an inclusive community for all. If you feel called to do so, please don’t hesitate to be a part of Student Government to help create change at USF.
Q: Should people chosen to serve in SG get extra training in Title IX issues?
A: Every student should receive Title IX training. As leaders on campus, we have a responsibility to continue fostering an inclusive and safe community for all, in all spaces within our university.
