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2024 GOING SEVENTEEN Class President

Jul 16, 2024

2024 GOING SEVENTEEN Class President Election

Introduction

  • The purpose is to elect a new class president for GOING SEVENTEEN.
  • Some initial discussions about the need for a proactive leader who can encourage members and take charge during filming.

Proposed Benefits of the Class President

  • Scheduling filming dates based on their availability.
  • Must prioritize GOING SEVENTEEN over other commitments.
  • Greet and encourage staff, possibly including hugs.
  • Prepare a coffee or snack truck for outdoor shoots (to be paid out of pocket).
  • Gets a share of the GOING SEVENTEEN budget.
  • The only one to receive an appearance fee.
  • Provide suggestions on content and filming topics.
  • Can dictate where members stand and what they wear (e.g., cat-themed clothing).
  • Authority over group orders (within reason).
  • Encourage thoughtful reactions to jokes, such as mandatory laughter.

Responsibilities of the Class President

  • Must be the first to arrive on set and put on their microphone.
  • Take charge during briefings.
  • Hug staff members for encouragement.
  • Follow and enforce reasonable orders.
  • Provide feedback and mediate content suggestions in a polite manner.
  • Can choose themes for outfits during monthly meetings.
  • Must leave early once and skip penalties twice a year.
  • If found negligent, can be replaced by decision of staff and members.

Nominees for Class President

  1. SEUNGKWAN
    • Proposed due to previous experience as class president.
  2. S.COUPS
    • Unique qualifications: determination and leadership within the group.
  3. DINO
    • Known for fairness.
  4. MINGYU
    • Recognized for reliability and likability by peers.
  5. HOSHI
    • Emphasizes prioritizing GOING SEVENTEEN.
  6. THE 8
    • Known for a positive attitude and responsibility toward CARATs (fans).
  7. JUN
    • Recognized for strategic thinking.

Hearings

S.COUPS

  • Achievements:
    • Won "Rock Scissors Paper" and "Guest Who Left Secretly."
    • Won "GSVT E-Triathlon Championship" and contributed creative ideas (e.g. pill bug idea).
  • Concerns: Tendency to break character during skits; potential for abusing power due to past court appearance.
  • Response: Claims the position would boost his confidence and he can be objective.

JUN

  • Achievements:
    • Won various sports events (Runner-Up Sports Day, Kickball, Tribal Games).
    • Made significant contributions in specific GOING SEVENTEEN episodes (e.g., ordering jjolmyeon).
  • Concerns: Limited knowledge of GOING SEVENTEEN content and low engagement.
  • Response: Promises to prioritize members and suggests moving filming locations to Seoul for convenience.

HOSHI

  • **Achievements: **
    • Hosted all seasons of "Insomnia-Zero."
    • Voted favorably by the staff.
    • Known for his proactive energy and interest in members.
  • Concerns: Sometimes lacks a clear understanding and can be emotionally-driven.
  • Response: Can admit to and rectify mistakes but ultimately prefers a supporting role.

THE 8

  • Achievements:
    • Demonstrated care for fans, emphasizing responsibility to CARATs.
  • Concerns: Shows a lack of interest in GOING SEVENTEEN and other members.
  • Response: Sees the role as a chance to improve his engagement and responsibility.

Candidates on the Ballot

  1. S.COUPS
  2. JUN
  3. HOSHI
  4. THE 8

Further Candidates

  • MINGYU: Yet to be heard.
  • DK: Recommended by peers.
  • JOSHUA, WOOZI: Favorable opinion among peers.
  • DINO: Suggested due to fairness and balance.

Closing Opinions

  • Nominees expressed their support and stipulations.
  • Discussion implies everyone will officially be placed on the ballot for a final election.

Next Steps

  • Continue with remaining candidate hearings.
  • Finalize the election based on peer and staff votes.

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