Matt Gregory, a senior in biological sciences from Marion, was elected by the Neely Hall Council to represent the council and the entire University housing system.

Gregory said his experiences with housing for the past three years helped him to meet and deal with many people.

In my four years as an undergraduate, I have made sure I’ve met as many people as I can, he said. Especially being involved in the residence halls, I have dealt with every type of person. I feel I can represent the diversity of the student body.

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Gregory also has been involved in the Undergraduate Student Government, Phi Sigma Delta, Alpha Lambda Delta, the SIU swim team, and is a public relations commissioner.

Mike Hennessy, a senior in athletic training from Adrian, is representing the Delta Chi fraternity.

Hennessy said his involvement in many different campus organizations qualifies him for candidacy.

I am involved with many groups, but especially my involvement with the Greek system and USG helps me deal with many different students, Hennessy said.

It is a high point and an honor to represent the students at SIU, he said.

Hennessy has been involved with USG, the athletic training club, Inter-Greek Council, Sphinx club, and the Ra Ribbon association.

Emmett Vaughn, a second-year graduate student in health education and recreation from Harvey, is representing the Black Graduate Student Association.

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Vaughn said his experience on campus and his positive attitude qualify him for king.

I am trying to be a positive role model and encourage students to unify themselves, he said. I am trying to get students to have a balance between college and social interaction.

Vaughn also has been associated with the Black Student Council, Black Togetherness Organization, NAACP, Upward Bound, Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Phi Omega, the University Martial Arts Club, and is a John A. Logan mentor.

Tiffany Barrett, a senior in administration of justice from Chicago, is representing the Vanity Fashion Fair Models.

Barrett said her experience with volunteer work and leadership skills made her apply.

I feel the homecoming queen should be independent, have integrity and be able to aspire and obtain any goals. She should be able to help others do the same, Barrett said.

Barrett has been involved with the Saluki Volunteer Corps, Upward Bound program, and the Big Brother and Step Mentor programs.

Lesley Batson, a junior in marketing from Toronto, was elected by the Zeta Phi Zeta sorority to represent the organization.

Batson said her involvement in organizations and athletics makes her a well-rounded candidate.

I want the alumni and graduates to come back and see that SIU students are excelling in school and preparing for the business world, she said.

Batson has been involved with the Black Affairs Council, Blacks in Business, the Black Affairs Council, and is a tutor in the college of business.

She is on the SIU track team and was one of the recipients of the first national Arthur Ashe Award, given to minority students excelling in athletics and academics.

Christie Breen, a senior in marketing from St. Francisville, is being sponsored by the SIU cheerleaders.

Breen said she applied because the cheerleading team elected her to represent them.

Last year a Saluki Shaker ran, so this year they thought it would be neat to have cheerleader run, she said.

Breen said her attitude and personality qualify her for candidacy.

SIU has a lot of spirit. Our school is very welcoming and friendly. I feel that being a cheerleader and my personality reflects that, she said.

Breen has been on the dean’s list and is a member of the honor society.

Wendy Maroscia, a sophomore from Somonauk, was elected by the Court Reporters Association to represent their organization.

She said her main reason for applying was to get recognition for the work her sponsor does. She also said she is a good example for the students.

I feel that I am basically a good example because I am trying to get through school, go to class and get good grades, she said. I think that I represent a lot of students.

Nicole Moore, a senior in marketing from Carbondale, is being sponsored by Alpha Kappa Phi business fraternity.

Moore said she has always wanted to run for homecoming queen. She said she wants to represent SIUC in a positive manner.

I’ve done a lot for the Carbondale community and SIU campus while still remaining a student. I think I can represent the campus positively, she said.

Moore also is a member of the Marching Saluki color guard.