Masuda talks goals for positions, campus outreach, and inclusivity
The Strand: Why are you running?
Rintaro Masuda: I want to make a positive contribution to Vic while gaining valuable experiences and skills.
TS: What sets you apart from other candidates?
RM: My past experience as a high school graduation councillor is something that I think will set me apart from other candidates.
TS: What events or programming do you plan to assist with during your time?
RM: I am really excited about planning events that will bring the Vic community closer. A few I have in mind right now are to plan a Culture Festival, and animal therapy events.
TS: What is one issue you are passionate about? (i.e: equity, transit)
RM: Arts and Culture. We have so much diversity on campus, but I feel like we don’t appreciate that enough. If I can plan a Culture Festival to create an inclusive environment where we can appreciate the rich diversity on campus, I think that would be very exciting.
TS: How do you plan to make events accessible?
RM: Events that occur later in the evening tend to exclude commuters. Planning events that can happen earlier in the day is sure to improve the accessibility of events.
TS: How do you plan to increase event attendance or engagement in VUSAC?
RM: Definitely outreach. Many times, students are not even aware of the events happening on campus. By using various platforms such as social media and posters to inform the students about all of the events happening, I know it will increase events attendance.
TS: What will do in your power to persuade students to opt in to VUSAC levy fees?
RM: Informing students that their small contribution can go ways to creating an inclusive community here at Vic.
TS: What will you do if you do not win?
RM: As part of VCC I will still be involved with the Vic community, and I will look for volunteer positions for event set-ups etc.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
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