TFCD Holds Successful 2005 Fall Summit
November 20th, 2005FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nashville — On Saturday, November 12th, 2006, student leaders from across the state assembled in Nashville for the 2005 Fall Summit of the Tennessee Federation of College Democrats. The Summit was successful in helping to organize chapters and in the development of the TFCD’s statewide strategy for the upcoming 2006 elections.
“The College Democrats are making unbelievable headway across the state’s campuses, showing that the Democratic Party is working for students now more than ever,” said Bob Tuke, TNDP Party Chairman. “College students know that the Democratic Party put the HOPE Scholarship on the table, making college a reality for many young Tennesseans.”
The Summit was held at the Tennessee Democratic Party Headquarters in Nashville, where more than 50 college students were present, representing over 14 colleges and universities from across the state. Those who attended participated in breakout sessions on a variety of issues, including: crafting the message, membership recruitment, fundraising, and campus activities.
“The amount of interest the TFCD received for this summit, the largest one in history, is a clear indication that the younger members of the party are more concerned than ever about the burden the Republicans are leaving on our backs,” said Alex Youn, TFCD Vice President. “College Democrats are informed, alive and kicking.”
About the TFCD
The Tennessee Federation of College Democrats is a group designated to unite, lead and coordinate chapters of the College Democrats of America on college and university campuses throughout Tennessee. The TFCD currently is made up of 24 chapters across the state, representing more than 1,900 students.
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TFCD to Host 2005 Fall Summit
November 11th, 2005November 11, 2005
For Immediate Release
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Federation of College Democrats will be holding its 2005 Fall Summit in Nashville on November 12th from 12 noon until 6:15 pm. The purpose of the summit is to organize chapters and develop a statewide strategy for turning out college students in the 2006 elections. There will be a variety of speakers, state officials and elected representatives participating in the student-run summit.
“The TFCD is in an ideal stage to begin working with chapters all across our state and to develop our statewide strategy for turning out college students in the upcoming elections,” said Alex Youn, Vice President of the Tennessee Federation of College Democrats. “College campuses are our territory and we plan on doing everything possible to help make victory a reality next year.”
Participation from all College Democrats chapters across the state is encouraged. More than 60 college students will be present, representing over 15 colleges and universities from across the Tennessee. Those who attend will be participating in breakout sessions on a variety of issues, including: crafting the message, membership recruitment, fundraising, and campus activities.
For more information, please contact:
Adam Green, Communications Director (931-273-7927; adam-green@utc.edu)
About the TFCD
The Tennessee Federation of College Democrats of America is a group designated to unite, lead and coordinate chapters of College Democrats of America on university campuses throughout Tennessee.
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