TO THE EDITOR:
Last week, President Obama addressed the nation in his State of the Union Address. Obama discussed a range of important issues affecting American policy and the economy. Young people have a big part to play in the future of this country, and we are uniquely poised to make our voices heard in this important discussion. In an effort to reach out to young people, the White House is hosting town hall discussions at universities across the country.

The Executive Branch of Student Government is pleased to announce that Shaun Donovan, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, will be hosting UNC’s town hall discussion Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Morehead Planetarium. The event is open to all students based on first-come first-served registration. You must be registered in order to attend.

One example where students particularly need a voice — President Obama’s recently announced program aimed at increasing college affordability for students interested in pursuing higher education. Take some time to think about the topic and join your fellow students, faculty and staff to discuss young peoples’ agendas for the future of the United States. Check out the Student Government website or @unc_execbranch for more details and registration information.

Adam Jutha
Student Body Secretary