As we all know, the GSB elections are quickly approaching, and both campaigns are in full force. By voting on March 7-8, you are letting your voice be heard about what you feel is important to the future of this university. I hope that as you are filling out your ballot, you will keep one name in mind: Dakota Hoben.

I have gotten to know Dakota closely over the past three years as a classmate, colleague and friend. We have had multiple professional opportunities together here on campus, including: the President’s Leadership Class, CALS Ambassadors, CALS Student Council, CALS Student Budget Committee and even a travel course to Greece. His service to these organizations has been nothing short of phenomenal and a great indicator of his qualifications to be our next GSB president.

His height is not the only thing that sets this humble Iowa farm boy apart from the other campaign. Dakota and his running mate, Jared Knight, have developed a solid campaign targeting the key areas impacting us students: the clubs, the classroom and the community. I believe they have set attainable goals for the upcoming year. With their extensive GSB background and involvement in other campuswide organizations, Dakota and Jared have the means of making positive changes for the ISU student body.

I hope you will join me on March 7-8 by voting Hoben/Knight as our next GSB president and vice president!