Axe ’Em, Jacks!
The Student Government Association provides a number of free resources, including: feminine hygiene products, scantrons, bluebooks, Test-My-Drink cards, bottled water and snacks. Take what you need on the 3rd floor of the Baker Pattillo Student Center.
The voice of the students
Lumberjacks elected by Lumberjacks
- Upcoming vote — Student referrendum
- SGA's open meetings
- Current student body representatives
- 2026-27 application — Join the ballot!
Student Referendum Vote, Spring 2026
The Student Government Association will hold a special election March 2–3 for students to vote on the proposed establishment of an intercollegiate athletics fee at SFA.
If approved, the fee would begin in Summer 2026 and allow existing tuition and fee dollars currently supporting athletics to be redirected toward broader student experience priorities.
Proposed fee structure
- Current students: $5 per semester credit hour, capped at 12 hours ($60 maximum per semester), beginning Summer 2026. This rate would remain locked for the duration of continuous enrollment.
- New students (beginning Fall 2026): $40 per semester credit hour, capped at 12 hours.
The intercollegiate athletics fee would be a mandatory fee and eligible for coverage under Purple Promise, scholarships, and other forms of financial aid.
Approval of the referendum would create a dedicated funding source that allows existing tuition and fee dollars to be reinvested in student experience priorities and would not increase the current athletics budget.
Student Referendum Town Hall
- 4 p.m., Monday, Feb. 23
- Baker Pattillo Student Center, Movie Theater
- Open to students, faculty and staff
Voting
- When: March 2–3
- How: mySFA
Additional Info
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.
