David Wermedal

-Junior
-Political Science/Public Administration Double Major
-Hails from Bangor,WI
-Activities/Other Organizations Involved in: Vanguards, College Republicans, Intramural Football/Basketball
-Why he wanted to attend UW-L: David wanted to attend an academically renowned school with opportunities to get involved and meet new people. But after touring the bigger, far away schools, he found they had a lack of personality and familiarity. After touring UW-La Crosse though, he immediately loved it's vibrant learning environment and friendly campus.
-David has been involved in Student Senate since freshman year. He is hoping to keep the students of UW-L informed on Local issues, especially issues regarding the MTU Bus Service and Alternate Side Parking.

The Director of Local Affairs is a liaison position which to maintain good communication between the students of UW-L and the City and County of La Crosse. The DoLA works with city officials to ensure that the students’ best interest is taken into account in regards to city policies. The DoLA oversees and works with any current contracts or agreements that the Student Association has with the City and County of La Crosse. It shall be the duty of the Director of Local Affairs to:

1. Meet with the District 5 Council member and County Board Supervisor as needed,
2. Meet with La Crosse Police Department University Liaison Officer within the first month of each semester for reports or to build rapport,
3. Serve as the UWL representative on the MTU Board,
4. Actively seek out a position on a city board or committee in addition to the MTU Board,
5. Become familiar with the City Council members and seek to open lines of communication with them,
6. Attend and speak at City Council meetings on an at-need basis when issues arise that would affect the student population of UW-L,
7. Complete additional responsibilities that seem fitting and necessary and proper for the position.

You may contact David by:

Email: wermedal.davi@uwlax.edu
Phone: (608) 451-2424