Student Government Association

Spring family reunion!

Starting today Jordan Brown and Will Ray will have office hours to answer all of your questions about upcoming SGA elections!

Are you interested in running for President, Vice President, Student Services Director, or Treasurer?? Come to the final general interest meeting tomorrow at 6pm in the SU Auditorium!

See you on Tuesday!

SGA elections are just around the corner! Do you want to run for a Student Government position? Come to the general interest meeting on February 13th to learn more!

Please feel free to DM any of the above organizations if you have any questions or concerns.

Join the Environment and Sustainability Committee alongside of PlasticFreeUT for the first annual Taste of Sustainability on HSS Lawn from 5-7pm Friday, November 18th. There will be free cookies, and hot coco alongside a pot luck hosted by PlasticFreeUT.

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Kendall Flores

“SGA is one of my favorite organizations on campus because it is an organization explicitly committed to the betterment of campus life in a truly holistic way. SGA brings embraces change and growth in an inspiring way. This is my second year serving on the SGA Executive Cabinet and working alongside such passionate individuals who strengthen my love for UTK everyday.” - Kendall Flores

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Jada Laws

“SGA has played an integral role in my growth as a leader, student, and person over the past 4 years of my involvement. I love how student government affords students the opportunity to play an active role and be the change they want to see on campus and in the knoxville community. This is my 3rd year serving on the executive cabinet, and this organization will always hold a special place in my heart.” - Jada Laws

BIG ORANGE GIVE! Please donate if you can at bigorangegive.utk.edu

Meet your Senator week was a success!! We loved hearing from the student body about what change they would like to see on Campus! Comment something that you want to see changed!

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Eva Karnowski

“SGA has helped shape me into a confident leader on this campus. Serving in various roles in this organization has helped me to understand the interconnectedness of this university and how to better advocate for students. I have also learned what it means to “bear the torch” by being a member of SGA!” - Eva Karnowski

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Drew Piper

“I love SGA because it is so much more than just an organization. It is a collaboration of ambitious people who love UTK and want to create a better campus. Through SGA, I have seen firsthand the power of student voices, and I have grown so much as a leader and a person. SGA has given me a community of so many amazing people, and for that, I will forever be thankful.” - Drew Piper

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Josie Drumwright

“Being involved within student government has developed my passion for leadership beyond what I thought possible. It has given me a chance to give back to a campus that has offered me so much. I have met so many inspiring and hardworking people and I cannot wait to see what else we accomplish this year!” - Josie Drumwright

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Lindsey Campbell

“SGA has allowed me to find a community that brings together students from all over campus. Each branch I have been in has uniquely challenged me and shaped me into the person I am today. Being on the executive cabinet has allowed me to take initiative with what I am personally interested in. I am so excited for my remaining time in this position and for the future of this incredible organization!” - Lindsey Campbell

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Juliet Gear

“Sga is something that truly let me grow into the leader I am today. It allows you to give back to campus in a student advocacy role, as well as connects you to departments and organizations that I would not have the opportunity to connect with. Finally SGA has allows me to understand the amazing work staff, faculty, and students are working to make the university the best possible institution!” - Juliet Gear

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Abbey Lawrence

“I have been a member of sga for all four years of college. I couldn’t imagine my college experience without sga. This organization has allowed me to grow as a leader, give back to the university, and make countless amazing friends.” -Abbey Lawrence

SGA Homecoming Bonfire was a success! We are so excited to continue this tradition after 2 years of cancelling due to Covid. We are counting down the days to SGA Bonfire 2023!

Don’t forget about the Open Town Hall tomorrow night! All students are welcome!

The BEST homecoming weekend! SGA won 3rd overall and 1st in Chalk Ped-Walkway!

UT Systems SGA Networking weekend was a success! We had so much fun hosting and in Knoxville! We were so honored to hear from President Randy Boyd, Chancellor Donde Plowman, and UT Advocacy’s Carey Whitworth.

COME MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD AT GSSxSGA OPEN TOWN HALL!! Comment down below or answer our instagram story boxes to tell us what you want to see changed on campus!

SGA BONFIRE IS TONIGHT!! We can’t wait to see everyone there!🧡 Tag your friends that you are bringing!!

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Marshall Summar

“Being a part of SGA has given me the chance to give back to UT and the student body in a way I hadn’t imagined myself doing when I walked onto campus as a Freshman. I’m so thankful for the wonderful students, staff, and administrators that I have met through this organization.” - Marshall Summar

DONATE YOUR EXTRA COSTUMES!!

SGA Bonfire this Thursday at Fiji Island from 9-11pm!🤍

Chalk Ped Walkway🧡🤍

Chalk Ped Walkway!!🧡

EXECUTIVE CABINET SPOTLIGHT: Mark Hancock

“SGA has gotten me connected with so many leaders from across campus and has allowed me to work on meaningful change at UT.” -Mark Hancock