Swasey says he also aims to organize forums where students could speak to administrators face-to-face about their concerns.

"I've discussed this with Dean [of the College Harry R.] Lewis ['68]," he says. "We want to bring the students into direct contact with the administration."

While Swasey says he believes the administration does not listen to the council, he says larger groups of students could not be ignored.

"If you want to get something done, you have to put it where it hurts for the administration--their reputation," Swasey says. "It's easier to say 'no' to a lone U.C. member than to a whole lot of students when they are put on the spot at a forum like we are advocating."

The candidates, who are roommates affiliated with Kirkland House, say they believe the variety in their experiences would make their leadership good for the council. Swasey, a social studies concentrator, is editor-in-chief of the Harvard Yearbook. White, who concentrates in literature, has been involved in theater groups on campus.

Swasey and White say they hope to make the campus community a more vital and exciting place.

"We have a different perspective on where the U.C. can go," Swasey said. "We have no preconceived notions, and we're enthusiastic about getting things done."