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Page 2 of 3 Andrew Wood Chapel Hill Library Board of Trustees Background, education and experience relevant to this board: My chairmanship within UNC -CH student government and my positions on advisory boards throughout the University s administration have provided me with the skills necessary to discuss policy and funding within a professional political setting. As an involved student, I am prepared to extend the scope my civic duties and contribute positively to the community around me. I began my university career as an English major, and my love for literature and libraries in general inspires me to seek involvement on Chapel Hill s Library Board of Trustees. My experiences with community event and campaign planning have prepared me to serve on such a committee and to provide a fresh student perspective that may help to create greater connections between the University and the Town /County. While I may not be majoring in Library Science, I am familiar with the general civic purpose of a library and would greatly enjoy serving the town of Chapel Hill and Orange County in a positive manner. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Chapel Hill /Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have served on several committees that function to plan events and policies that best serve the UNC -CH student body. My experiences in strategizing and planning within UNC s student government as well as my previous involvement with the State s Board of Governors and General Administration have prepared me to work in a professional political atmosphere. As a student pursuing a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications with a specialization in Graphic Design, I would be able to contribute both a fresh students perspective in regards to tourism and marketing campaigns and could contribute my talents in anyway possible. I am passionate about the town of Chapel Hill - not just the University - and my involvement and connections with the community would contribute positively to the makeup of the visitor s bureau. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Commission Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As a lover of the outdoors and fun weekend activities, I understand the true value of parks to a community. Not only does my passion for parks extend to the physical locations, but I value the worth that they bring by offering a space to bring neighbors from the same community together in communal recreation and activities. My experiences serving on UNC -CH s student government and sitting on advisory boards for the UNC System s policy- making functions, I am prepared to serve in a professional political atmosphere for deciding on policy issues and funding allocations. By applying for this position, I hope to provide a connection between the University and town s park and recreation services as well as provide a fresh student perspective on any advisory committees. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Other Comments: