Sabbs speak out on their election win

The newly elected sabbs spoke with Exeposé Online this week, to reflect on their successes and thank their supporters. Hannah Barton, the new Guild President, expressed her shock at being elected, telling Exeposé Online:

“It’s hard to describe how it felt to win it was all such a blur. I just listened back to the radio podcast and most of what Welshy said I can’t even remember from the night I was so nervous.

“It was so close which really reflects how strong all the candidates were and how good everyone’s campaigns were, but I am completely elated to have been elected… I can’t wait to work with such a great team of sabbs.”

Chris Rootkin, elected VP Welfare and Community, celebrating with friends. Photo credits to Joshua Irwandi

VP for Academic Affairs, Alex Louch  also praised his opponents, commenting : “The other candidates were absolutely fantastic and they made this week the testament to the guild and to the unique engaged student body which Exeter must celebrate.

“The feeling to become a sabb is absolutely incredible.The week has been an extreme test of endurance for every candidate and I know that I completely owe my success down to the efforts of those who helped me, for hours and hours every day.”

Both Jak Curtis-Randall, the new VP Participation and Campuses, and Alex Powell, the new AU president, described themselves as overwhelmed with emotion on election night. Jak admitted there were “some happy tears”, while Alex said that her ” knees were shaking non-stop”.

Hannah Barton, elected Guild President 2013-2014. Photo credits to Joshua Irwandi

Jak went on to tell Exeposé Online: “I really am looking forward to representing the students of Exeter, and listening to them to make the changes they want happen. I am determined to give this role everything I can for everyone, and implementing my manifesto in full. “

Alex suggested the tireless campaigning had been worthwhile, explaining:

“It was an incredible feeling when they announced the result. All the hard work and running up and down Stocker Road in a wetsuit had paid off.”

Last but not least, VP Welfare and Community, Chris Rootkin spoke of the long wait to find out the winner :

“It was such a great feeling to win. I’d expected the Welfare results to be announced as one of the first so when I found out mine was the penultimate result to be announced, it gave me even longer to gather nerves.

“I think we’ve got a great team so bring on July!”

By Cathy Thom, News Editor

Exeposé Screen grills the Guild Presidential Candidates

Exeposé Screen got in touch with all of the Presidential Candidates in the Guild Elections to find out their film and TV preferences. You can read their answers to our questions below, in no particular order. 

 

Image Credit: BBC

Unfortunately, Stuart Still didn’t respond to our questions in time for publication…

 

 

 

1. What is your favourite film and why?

Kathryn Jarvis: Les Mis has probably shot up to the top spot for me. It is one of my all time favourite musicals and I think they have done the film brilliantly. It has captured the different story lines effectively and hasn’t lost any of its impact.

Hugh Blackstaffe: My favourite film is Drive because it is a phenomenal example of simple, stylish filmmaking executed to perfection…and an awesome soundtrack…but really it’s because it has Ryan Gosling…my manly man crush…

Hannah Barton: I couldn’t choose one single favourite! I love going to the cinema but I’m not a massive film buff. I really like Inglourious Basterds, Anchorman and the ever cringy Love Actually.

Bella Berngart: Don’t have a favourite movie, because I’m not a big fan of films.

Nic Craig:  Inglorious Basterds. Although I usually doze off in anything over two hours, there’s something about this one that keeps me coming back for more.

 

 

2. Who is the on-screen President you most identify with?

Hugh Blackstaffe:  President Merkin Muffley (Peter Sellers) because nobody likes fighting in The War Room…or the Sabb Office. We have to remain professional regardless of the situation.

Hannah Barton:  Zach Galifianakis in The Campaign. I’m joking, I’ve not even seen the whole film but I know he has two pugs and I love pugs so we’ve got one thing in common.

Bella Berngart: Do not identify myself with any.

Nic Craig: Harrison Ford, Air Force One!

Kathryn Jarvis: I probably dont identify with him as I have never had to deal with the earth being attacked by aliens. However, ‘Thomas J. Whitmore’ played by Bill Pulman in Independence Day is pretty inspirational. He was decisive and motivational and gives a blooming great speech!

 

 

 

3. If your manifesto was a movie title, what would it be?

Bella Berngart: Seeking Justice.

Nic Craig: For Your Eyes Only.

Hannah Barton: Stand and Deliver.

Kathryn Jarvis: Gosh … I suppose the ‘Bucket List,’ as they would be the things I would want to achieve before I left Exeter for good!

Hugh Blackstaffe: Cool Hand Luke, because when it comes to the University and its Student Community, what we have here is a failure to communicate.

 

 

 

4. What television show or movie are you secretly a fan of?

Hannah Barton: I watched a lot of the early Jersey Shore episodes during first year, that’s definitely a guilty pleasure.

Kathryn Jarvis: My guilty pleasure would have to be Friends. I think I have watched every one at least 3 times!

Hugh Blackstaffe: Movie: Mean Girls…and I am unashamed of that…it’s phenomenal. TV: New Girl…because of Zooey Deschanel and her sheer loveliness.

Bella Berngart:  If I say, it won’t be a secret anymore, right?

Nic Craig: Made In Chelsea (even I don’t know why I watch it)

 

 

 

5. If you had a TV show, what would be your theme tune?

Nic Craig: Niggas in Paris.

Bella Berngart:  Polkadot Cadaver – A Wolf in Jesus Skin.

Hugh Blackstaffe: The theme from Band of Brothers, which is my all time favourite piece of television. It’s majestic and emotive and powerful. Gives me goosebumps every time I hear it.

Hannah Barton: Wannabe – Spice Girls

Kathryn Jarvis: Hmm… thats a tricky one. It would depend on what the show was about but I suppose ‘Rome wasnt Built in a Day’ by Morcheeba. I love the trumpets in it and it’s really uplifting and fun.

 

 

 

6. Lastly… what are your thoughts on the West Wing and how awesome is Jed Bartlet?

Kathryn Jarvis: So I have to admit I have never watched West Wing… is that bad? Although I have been told that Jed Barlet once had a better approval rating than George Bush, which for a fictional character is pretty impressive!

Hannah Barton: I’d love to say I knew who he was but I’ve got no idea and I’ve never seen West Wing! I like Green Wing though.

Hugh Blackstaffe: The West Wing was my introduction into how smart, subtle and smooth television could be. The scripting is unique, the acting superb and Martin Sheen makes a brilliant President, a President I’d like to emulate.

Bella Berngart:  Don’t think of the West Wings [sic] at all. Let’s say Jed Bartlet is super awesome.

Nic Craig: What I have watched of it I’ve enjoyed but I’m no addict, but I’ve seen enough to appreciate his charms…

 

 

 

So, there you have it! Everything you need to know about your possible Guild Presidents. It’s up to you now to decide which one is for you. You can vote here. There’s still some time left! 

 

 

 

 

Liam Trim and Olivia Luder, Screen Editors.