Presidential Debate Student Profile

Nyla Denise Batts

Pronounced: nigh-la

URL: http://news-info.wustl.edu/student/page/normal/621.html


Senior in Visual Communications/Illustration from Pacolet, South Carolina. Attended High School at Lenape Valley Regional High School in Stanhope, New Jersey.

Involved in Design of Debate Memorabilia

Bio Snapshot: "Politics is not the first thing on my mind when I wake up in the morning," admits Nyla Batts.

Joe Angeles/WUSTL Photo

Nyla Batts

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It wasn't the economy, health care, or the No Child Left Behind Act that drew her to the presidential debate. Rather, it was the special opportunity to use her artistic training and help design some of the memorabilia — pins, tote bags, and tee shirts — which could be seen all around campus in the weeks leading up to the debate.

"It was very fulfilling knowing that my designs were a reflection of something greater, something that is important and meaningful to many people. I was glad that I was able to contribute to the debate, while doing something I enjoyed," says Batts.

In the end, being able to work on the debate sparked Batts's interest in politics. "To have the presidential debate here at Washington University is so very important. It makes me want to get more interested in it. Most people realize it's a monumental event."

Student Contact Information:

Cell: (864) 313-2440

E-mail: ndbatts@art.wustl.edu

For more information or help setting up an interview, contact:

Debra Schwartz - schwarde@charter.net, (314) 791-0647

Gerry Everding - gerry_everding@wustl.edu, (314) 935-6375