ABOUT SGA

'What is Student Government?
The Student Government Association is a student-run organization that serves as the official voice of the student body and attempts to better the student experience at the University. Both a governing body and an advocacy group, Student Government is involved in policy-making, adjudication, programming, lobbying, community service, and countless other activities. The organization is a clearinghouse for concerns from students and answers from administrators.

How does Student Government work?
Student Government operates with a three-branch divided powers system. Legislative authority rests with the Student Senate, a body that adopts formal stances on issues of concern, investigates complex matters, and maintains operation with the other branches. Executive authority is granted to the Student Body President and his or her branch of departments, agencies, boards, and commissions. The Executive Branch does everything from advocating policies adopted by the Senate to programming and conducting studies. The third branch is the Judicial Board, which decides on questions concerning legislation, elections, and constitutional interpretation. They also hear cases on discputes between students on organizations, election violations, and alleged neglect of duties on the part of an elected official.

How do I get involved?
Student Government positions are filled by either appointment or election, depending on the position. Appointed positions become available throughout the year, while filing for elected positions occurs in April. Application are also available their respective section in this site.

Where do I find Student Government?
Student Government Officials are your classmates and neighbors. Student Government encourages its officials to be conspicuous as they go about their day-to-day activities. As many as one in every hundred students is involved in Student Government.

Student Government can also be found in the Student Government Offices—201 Memorial Student Union Building, or at any number of events and organizations. Agencies within Student Government often solicit student input in the mall area or in other well-trafficked areas. Student Senators are encouraged to become increasingly involved in the numerous university activities and occasionally hold public forums and open desks for their constituents.

Your representatives are committed to using modern technology to better gather your opinions. Feedback opportunities are frequently offered on the Student Government website, osa.tamuk.edu/sga.