Today, our campus exposes itself to a world of potential firsts, most visibly for the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community. But this “first” also extends to all Gators and all of Florida — to you and me. Anthony Reynolds has announced his candidacy for Student Body vice president, and I would like to explain why this is monumental and why I personally support him.
Anthony is undoubtedly qualified for vice presidency, proven through his extensive involvement in Student Government as a former Students Taking Action Against Racism director and a current Cabinet chairman. But more compelling is his true commitment to students, as witnessed in his deep connection with the APIA community through his leadership in the Filipino Student Association, Building Dreams Foundation, Asian Kaleidoscope Month and Asian American Student Union.
Already, Anthony is breaking barriers as the first Filipino-American to run for this position in Florida. As an accomplished Asian-American student leader, Anthony can provide strong direction to fulfill our university’s mission of diversity. As a friend and colleague, I know Anthony will speak for those not spoken for. For the APIA community, Anthony will work alongside students to challenge the historic lack of equal resources at UF for Asian-Americans.
While I personally believe in Anthony and what he can do for our campus community, I invite you to join AASU at our SG Executive Candidate Debate at 6 p.m. on Feb. 14 in CSE A101. Like the Alligator motto says, you decide.
