Student Government Association

The voice of the students: Lumberjacks elected by Lumberjacks

• SGA's open meetings
• Current student body representatives
• 2026-27 application — Join the ballot! 

Open meetings

SGA meet 6 p.m. every other Wednesday, 3rd floor of the student center. Meetings are open to the entire student body. If you can't attending in person, request the Zoom link by emailing studentgovernment@sfasu.edu.

Have something to say? Students wishing to speak will be given five minutes before the meeting's adjournment. If a student would like to speak longer than five minutes, they should contact the SGA Speaker via email at sgaspeaker@sfasu.edu a minimum of three business days prior to be placed on the meeting’s agenda.

Executive branch

The student body president signs or vetoes senate bills and resolutions. These executives advocate on behalf of students to the university administration and attend quarterly University of Texas System Student Advisory Council meetings in Austin.

Legislative branch

Committee chairs

• Public relations
• Academic affairs
• Student affairs
• Civil affairs

 

The SGA Senate is the legislative branch of the Student Government. It is made up of elected student senators who represent different groups within the student body, such as class years, colleges, or the student body at-large. The Senate is responsible for writing, debating, and voting on legislation, allocating student activity fees, and representing student concerns to the administration. The Senate is typically led by the Speaker of the Senate (or Senate President), who presides over meetings and oversees the legislative process.

Judicial branch

 

The SGA Supreme Court is the judicial branch of the Student Government. The chief justice and associate justices interpret the SGA constitution and bylaws, review disputes, hear appeals related to elections or impeachment, and determine whether legislation or executive actions are constitutional. Its role is to ensure that all branches of SGA operate according to governing documents and maintain fairness within the organization.

Committees

Public Relations Committee

Responsible for managing the Student Government Association’s communication and outreach efforts. Promotes SGA initiatives, events and legislation to the student body through social media, marketing campaigns and campus partnerships. This committee ensures transparency between SGA and students by sharing updates, increasing engagement and strengthening the organization’s visibility on campus.

Academic Affairs Committee

Focuses on issues that impact students’ academic experiences. Works to address concerns related to curriculum, academic policies, faculty relations and classroom resources. This committee collaborates with university administrators and academic departments to advocate for improvements that enhance academic success and represent student perspectives in academic decision-making processes.

 

Student Affairs Committee

Enhances student life outside of the classroom and addresses concerns related to campus services, student organizations, events, housing, dining and overall student experience. This committee works closely with university offices and student groups to improve campus life and ensure student voices are represented in decisions affecting daily student life.

 

Civil Affairs Committee

Works to promote inclusivity, student rights and campus-wide awareness of social and civic issues. Advocates policies that foster equity and respectful dialogue within the campus community. This committee may also organize educational initiatives or programming that encourages civic engagement and supports a positive campus climate.