Q - How would you describe Detie ?

A - Uhh I would say she’s a leader. She’s smart, outspoken. She’s proactive, a go getter and someone who never does anything haphazardly

Q - What is your political ideology and how would you describe your stance on key issues?

A - I’d say I’m a liberalist. I like to believe everyone’s opinions matter. And yes traditions have helped us in times past, but we can change and we can adapt.

Q - Can you share a childhood memory that influenced your current dreams and aspirations?

A - Well my biggest cheerleader is my dad. He’s always you can do it, you can do it, always be yourself. He knows I’m an outspoken person when i need to be, and a reserved person when I need to be. So he knows that when there’s something that needs to be done for good, I’ll do it. I can’t just stand and let things go the way they go if that way is wrong. He’s one of the persons that have supported me from the jump, so I have a lot of childhood memories where he’s told me that don’t wait for someone else to do it. Be the one to do it. I mean you’re there so what’s the point of waiting. I think that’s where my independence comes from. 

Q - What are some words of advice you would give to an aspiring future female CUMSA President?

A - Firstly I’ll let them know to be confident in themselves and thei ability to win.

Build your portfolio, volunteering experiences and leadership skills. Don’t focus on those who say you can’t lead simply because you’re a woman instead focus on those who wholeheartedly support you. Cut off all propanganda at the stem and don’t underestimate any opponent. As a women you have to be the very best because the odds are already stacked against you

Q - If you were given the opportunity to run for office again, what would you do differently?

A - Yes I definitely would, I learned a lot on this journey and I wouldn’t trade the experience