"What we're doing is symbolic of what students will be seeing next year," Spicciati said.

Increasing dining options, availability and affordability in the commons and the HUB are a part of their platform.

About five minutes into their promotion near Union Street, Spicciati and his supporters were asked to leave by Charles Vescio, HUB assistant manager. Vescio refused to comment.

Spicciati said he did not receive permission before campaigning at the HUB.

"I figured since it's the HUB, paid for by student money, my money, I could probably use it freely," he said. "I've never before needed permission to give anyone money."

Though the monetary amount was small, many students took notice.

"The effort they're putting out would make me more likely to vote for them," Brett Witmer (junior-human development and family studies) said. "Fifteen cents isn't a big deal, but the fact that they're out here makes a difference."

However, it didn't make a difference to everyone who witnessed the candidates' efforts. It will take more than effort and 15 cents to involve some students.

"I don't vote. I could care less about USG. I don't feel what they do is important," Peter Morris (senior-human development and family studies) said.

Meanwhile, Silvia and Hornick encouraged students to consider off-campus eating options by handing out coupons for free or discounted food at downtown eateries.

"A lot of people don't realize prices can be less expensive downtown," Hornick said.

Lower HUB food prices, extended meal hours and a greater selection of meal deals all are part of Silvia and Hornick's platform.

To push for lower HUB prices, they were promoting downtown eateries that offer more competitive deals.

"We are hoping the university will take notice of students attempting to make positive change," Silvia said.

Many students took advantage of the coupons as well as the chance for interaction between themselves and the candidates.

"It's very effective. It lets people know what (the candidates) stand for," Matt Stroia (senior-political science) said. "USG needs to get out there more."

Emory Wooll (junior-political science) said he is likely to vote in next Wednesday's elections but is not influenced by handouts from candidates.

"I don't really worry about what (candidates) are handing out. It's one sided," he said. "I like to look at both sides."