Happenings


Meredith Preston Elected President Of UTC College Democrats

Wednesday, October 05, 2005

The UTC College Democrats has announced the election of their 2005-2006 Executive Board. Meredith Preston, a Senior from Chattanooga was elected as President.

“I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to serve as President of the UTC College Democrats for our new year,” said Meredith Preston, incoming president. “The community will see us come out in full force in the months ahead, and part of my vision for the future of this chapter is for our presence not to falter again.”

The 2005-2006 UTC College Democrats Executive Board also includes Margaret Franklin as Vice President (Sophomore, Memphis); David Elliot as Director of Operations (Sophomore, Lawrenceburg); and Adam Green, Director of Communications (Junior, McMinnville).

Three of the chapter’s officers are currently serving as officers of the Tennessee Federation of College Democrats and one serving as an officer of the local Hamilton County Young Democrats.

This week the new officers will be meeting to discuss specific goals and ideas for this year.

“I am pleased with the UTC College Democrats' commitment to understanding and helping resolve the issues of today,” said Dr. Bob Swansbrough, faculty advisor to the UTC College Democrats. “Meredith Preston will continue to lead the College Democrats to an even greater involvement in campus, community and national activities.”

For more information, contact Adam Green at (931) 273-7927.


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