Student Government Handbook:Introduction
These internal resources from the Student Government Association are for current students, faculty and staff. Here you may find forms, documents, meeting minutes and other resources shared by our department. For academic programs, contact information, faculty and staff profiles, news and upcoming events, return to the Student Government Association's homepage.
The Student Government Association is an organization of dedicated students who work hard to represent the student body and serve as the students' voice to the administration. Help us carry on a tradition of excellence and service by applying to become a Senate member for the 2024-2025 year. All students are welcome to apply for SGA Senate.
Applications may be submitted in person to the Student Government and Student Organizations Suite on the first floor of the Rayburn Student Center. Please ensure that you attach all additional documents as specified in the application.
Why join Student Government?
Student Government offers a beneficial learning experience through leadership and advocacy. Our students build networks and connections by engaging with University administration.
Students are given the opportunity to shape the college experience for current students. You can be a catalyst of change at the University.
Locations
We meet every Wednesday night at 6pm in RSC Legacy A&B
Our office is located in the RSC Student Engagement Suite Room 257
Executive Officers
- President: Estefania Olivas
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Vice President/Senate Chair: Adriel Terrazas
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Vice President of Senate Affairs: Alexis Washington
- E-mail: [email protected]
SGA Committees
Academic Affairs
The purpose of this committee is to review emerging academic issues and to strengthen the Senate's commitment to ensuring equal educational opportunity for every student. This committee shall research issues and report to Senate appropriate measures to communicate to the faculty, staff, and administration of the University that will address specific issues with the academic well-being and integrity of the university.
Campus Life
The purpose of this committee is to ensure quality service throughout four major areas related to student life: campus safety and security, Residential Living and Learning, the university food service provider, and Campus Recreation. This committee will work directly with Residential Living and Learning to make sure student concerns regarding housing are being addressed by the University. The committee will also work closely with the food service provider contracted by the university to ensure superior and quality food service, while addressing student concerns and needs. Furthermore, the committee will work with the Morris Recreation Center and other health related departments to address student concerns and promote physical and mental health awareness across the university.
Campus Safety and Wellness
The purpose of this committee is to alleviate any and all concerns involving the safety and well-being of students at the University. This committee will work closely with the University Police Department as well as the Executive Board to handle safety and emergency management issues. This committee is also responsible for setting up and running traffic appeals, as well as researching and reporting back findings on the issues pertinent to this campus. Furthermore, the committee will work with the Morris Recreation Center, the Counseling Center, and Student Health Services to address student concerns and promote physical and mental health awareness across the university.
External Affairs
The purpose of this committee is to promote engagement throughout both the campus and the community through collaborative programs, with different and comphrensive events, and facilitated service projects. The committee will work closely with the Public Relations committee to assist them with advertising events. In addition to the above duties External Affairs Committee shall also provide meaningful activities that invest the student body with the Senate.
Internal Affairs
The purpose of this committee is to promote and develop unity among senators. This committee shall develop meaningful events and trainings for the Senate, as well as reward the outstanding efforts performed by Senators in the fulfillment of their duties. They will be responsible for reviewing the governing documents of SGA on a yearly basis and proposing any amendments to said documents. Additionally, they will be in charge of enforcing Senate documents and taking disciplinary action when required.
Committee Chairs
The chair of a committee is responsible for leading members of their individual committee in the achievement of their goals and responsibilities. They are also responsible for overseeing their committee, its meetings and delegating tasks to other committee members. Chairs are also responsible for ensuring the completion of assigned tasks regardless of whether the chair has delegated it to another member. The committee chair shall be the spokes-person of the committee and directly report back to the Vice President of Senate Affairs or the Executive Board in the event that the Vice President of Senate Affairs is unavailable, or the position is otherwise vacant.
Minutes
2023-2024 Minutes
September 20, 2023 (No Meeting)
November 22, 2023 (No Meeting)
Be a Texas A&M University System Regent or a Student Member of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board!
In 2005, the 79th Texas Legislature authorized the Governor to appoint a non-voting student regent for each university or university system. The following session, the 80th Texas Legislature authorized the governor to appoint a non-voting student representative to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
To aid the governor in his selections, the chancellor of each university system must recommend students based on applications submitted by each president on behalf of the institution’s student government organization. The student appointments serve a one-year term from June 1 to May 31 of the following year. The positions serve without compensation, but will be reimbursed for expenses incurred during official board business.
Powers and Duties of Student Regent
- A student regent has the same powers and duties as the members of the board of regents of the system, including the right to attend and participate in meetings of the board of regents, except that the student regent:(1) may not vote on any matter before the board or make or second any motion before the board; and(2) is not counted in determining whether a quorum exists for a meeting of the board or in determining the outcome of any vote of the board.
Powers and Duties of the THECB Student Representative
- The student representative shall enjoy the same rights as other members of advisory committees, except the right to vote or be counted towards a quorum for official committee business.
For both of these prestigious leadership opportunities, the application deadline for serving in these positions for the 2024-2025 academic year is December 1, 2023.
Applications are available at the links below and must be submitted to the Student Government Association in the Student Engagement Suite on the 2nd floor of the Rayburn Student Center.
A&M System Application for Student Regent.
– Example of a Good Student Regent Application
– Example of a Bad Student Regent Application
THECB Application for Non-Voting Student Representative.
– Example of a Good THECB Application
Applicants for either the Student Regent or Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board positions must also complete the application for appointment by the Governor.
Office of the Governor Appointment Application
– Guide to Governor Appointment Application
Applicant requirements:
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student
- Must be “in good standing” as certified by the registrar’s office
- Commit to fulfill all board-related responsibilities during the term of service
- Maintain a statewide perspective on higher education (as opposed to representing any single college or university)
- Once appointed, the student regent/student representative must remain enrolled at the institution during the full term
- 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale must be maintained to continue eligibility
For more information please visit the links below or contact the SGA office.
http://www.tamus.edu/academic/thecb-non-voting-student-representative/
Become A Member of SGA
The Student Government Association is an organization of dedicated students who work hard to represent the student body and serve as the students' voice to the administration. Help us carry on a tradition of excellence and service by applying to become a Senator or Executive Officer for the 2024-2025 year. All students are welcome to apply for SGA Senate regardless of previous experience. Executive Officers must meet the requirement of having served a term on the Senate.
2024-2025 Senator Application
Applications may be submitted in person to the Rayburn Student Center Student Engagement Suite room 269 or via e-mail to [email protected]. Please ensure that you also attach all additional documents as specified in the application.
Concerns, Initiatives, and Legislation
Submit a concern or issue
Do you have an issue or concern you would like to report? Submit your concern HERE.
Concerns will be forwarded to the appropriate area for resolution. Please make sure your concern is described in detail and specific to ensure we are able to best support getting a resolution to your concern.
Current Initiatives
Student Government Restructure and Committee Change- Look out for the upcoming referendum this fall.
Legislation
Legislation to change SGA Committees: This legislation would create 2 Committees, Campus Life, and Safety and Wellness.
Legislation to recognize Marketing and Communication: This legislation was to recognize the University’s Marketing and Communication department for all their hard work, great videography, and photography they have done this year.