Southern University Student Government Association President Arthur Monroe as well as SGA class presidents addressed the student body at The State of SGA “A Presidential Address” on Monday Oct 4, at 7:00 p.m. in the Smith-Brown Memorial Union, Cotillion Ballroom.
Kellee Craig, SGA chief of staff welcomed students to the event.
“We have come together to hear the vision of our elected SGA officials.”
The class presidents then proceeded to give their plans for the year.
Reuben Griffin. freshman class president, discussed his association with Miss Southern’s “Up til Dawn project” as well as the homecoming festivities. Griffin described homecoming week as “the biggest week here on Southern Universities campus.”
Griffin plans to make sure all freshmen are informed of all activities on Southern’s campus.
“As president of one of the biggest freshmen classes, I plan to unify and utilize the various skills of my classmates,” he said
Niiobli Armah IV, sophomore class president, spoke about the real goal of SGA. “The goal and the mission is exactly the same as it was the day before,” he said. “SGA should be a organization that provides a new experience for their school.” Armah declared the power that this administration is embedded with.
“This years SGA has the potential to leave a legacy.”
Justin McCorkle, junior class president, spoke about how the junior class along with Chancellor Edward Jackson is currently working on building a new cage for Lacumba. He stated that the class is also working with the Southern University Law Center to improve parking. The juniors will hold many forums for students to have a chance to voice their concerns throughout the year. The junior class will be holding their general body meeting Oct 11, and will be giving out class t-shirts Oct 12, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
“It’s time for something new,” McCorkle said. “Be prepared for an exciting year filled with social as well as academic nurturing events that will stimulate both your intellectual taste buds and satisfy your thirst for fun.”
Alvin Woods III, senior class president, plans for the senior class is to promote optimism. “Were optimistic that the executive, judicial and legislative branch will have a successful year.”
The senior class will also host resume day and an alternative career fair. There will not be a senior week; instead there will be senior days. The seniors will also host the talent show, “Showtime at the Bluff” Tuesday Oct 26, at 7:00 in the F.G. Clark Activity Center.
Vice President Carmen Rossum stated how the senate is working on revamping the SGA Constitution and they will be holding a student forum titled “Get to know your SGA.”
As Monroe approached the podium he declared that he was very proud of every last one of his class presidents.
“You all have visions of change,” he said. Monroe stated that this year SGA will focus on educating our peers on the student’s bill of rights.
“We have a powerful vision for change,” Monroe said. “Our vision is based off six platforms; economic development, increase political consciousness, health awareness, campus development, coalition building and most importantly student empowerment.”
Monroe ended saying only one thing can make this work and that is an involved student body.
“Everything I said tonight does not matter unless you all get involved.”
