UI Student Government freshmen senators proposed legislation to host a freshman forum.

The forum’s goal is to establish a two-way dialogue between freshman senators and their constituents.

The act passed overwhelmingly in the Senate session.

No other freshman class has ever proposed this type of forum.

The senators plan to hold the forum in early February following winter break. Location, date, and time will be determined soon.

The senators hope to encourage increased student awareness and participation in UISG affairs.

Freshman senator Lee Henely feels the forum is vital to form a relationship between himself and his constituents.

“With this new, permanent avenue for increasing participation, the freshman senators can represent their constituents effectively,” he said.

— by Katie Stinson