A Return to the Stand - The Clockwork Vixen for Provost (Sept. 2024)

Good day, members of the Magisterium…

Cough, cough

Eugh, why do I try that… formal speech is something I can write, but can never actually do…

Anyways… hello! Those of you who don’t know me, I’m the Clockwork Vixen, known informally as Vixen (or Vix), on NationStates as the Clockwork Multiverse, and formally known as YSG Hermitcraft. For those of you who do know me, an introduction isn’t required (hopefully).

So, once again, Provost elections are open, and I’m back in the running.

First, allow me to remind you of my previous Provost term.

The 52nd Magisterium (Part One) was held under my guidance, but it was soon apparent that I may have dived too deep with my role. As such, after just over a month, I resigned from the position and returned to my duties as Magister, allowing Halleyscomet to assume the role in my stead.

So what went wrong during my time as Provost?

I’d say it was my lack of knowledge and experience in a position of leadership and administration, as when I was Provost I was still only a Flight Sergeant in Air Cadets (third highest rank, but I didn’t really feel that I had a lot of responsibility). I was also much younger and more immature then, which likely played a role in my incompetence back then. However, a major part of my failed term was due to my lack of time management. I was still a high school student back then (Grade 11, iirc), and as such I was often swamped with work that I just didn’t want to do (curse you, ADHD and autism!), which in return led to me being hopelessly behind on assignments and other schoolwork.

However, here I am now, several years later (2-3 years, to be exact): a college student, a former Warrant Officer Second Class, and a much more mature version of myself. I’ve improved significantly, and have been actively trying to get on myself about completing tasks on time and with proper effort. After all, if I’m paying to be in college, I had better make it count, rather than coming home at the end of the semester with failing grades or, worse yet, an expulsion from the program.

As such, it’s with these improvements in mind that I decided to give the role of Provost another attempt. I never expected (nor planned) my self-nomination to be seconded, which is why it came as a surprise when I checked the forums this morning.

My last campaign thread, I’m pretty sure, was full of theatrics and eccentricities, detailing my eagerness to gain the role, however this time I wished to go for a more humble, honest approach.

Should I be appointed, I will attempt to avoid the mistakes of my past, using the terms of past Provosts as a reference and a guide while also turning to my fellow Magisters for assistance when I need it. Remember, I may be here to lead, but I’m also here to support. Magisters and Deputy Provosts, or, hell, anyone, shouldn’t feel anxious or pressured to come to me should they need anything. I also hope that my expanded knowledge of leadership and administration due to my former position of Warrant Officer Second Class will serve useful.
However, I would also like to remind you all that I’m a college student. If I have stuff I need to do, that will almost certainly take precendence over my duties as Provost. I will attempt to provide ample notice for such events, but I would not rely solely on those notices. (If you’re ever concerned about me, send me a ping and I’ll respond as soon as I can!)

Thank you all for taking the time to consider me, and I am more than glad to answer any questions you may have for me.

Until then, I wish all my fellow candidates good luck on their campaigns, and whatever the result, I am glad to have participated once again.

Cheers,
– Vix