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Table of contents
rev. Fall 2007
Purpose
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the official body of clubs, organizations, and student representation on the Mount Mercy campus. Its purposes are:
- To serve as the official voice of all students in matters pertaining to the Mount Mercy community.
- To serve as liaison between students and faculty and administration on issues that affect students on campus and at local, state, and national levels.
- To promote student growth and awareness through direct supervision of all appointed or elected representatives by the SGA Executive Council.
The SGA believes in leading through service and works to develop leadership in its members, as well as the entire student body. It is a main sponsor of the Emerging Leaders Program – a series of seminars designed to develop leadership skills.
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Executive Council: Officers
The Executive Council consists of elected SGA officers and cabinet members appointed by the President. The Executive Council is responsible for the day to day operations of
the SGA, record keeping, finances, and the presentation of items of business for General Assembly action.
President:
Stephanie Klein
The SGA President's job is one of organization and leadership. It is your responsibility to see that the organization not only meets the goals it has set for the present year, but to involve others in setting and meeting goals of future years. As President, you must realize that it is impossible to assume the responsibility of doing everything yourself. The ability to delegate without being bossy is important. As an ex-officio member of all college committees, you can help them with their problems. The President has the responsibility of keeping the organization running smoothly. At times during the year, you will need to appoint various positions. As a rule, this should be done during General Assembly meetings with prior planning by the Executive Council. Encourage greater membership participation in activities by appointing people with strong work ethic. You will need to work with the Executive Council in planning meetings of the General Assembly. As President, you will preside over such meetings, direct the discussion and see that all plans for meetings are made and specific topics are announced several days prior to the meeting.
Vice-President:
Beth Samek
As Vice-President of the Student Government Association, your responsibilities are to assist the President whenever needed. Be ready to take over for him/her when necessary. You are to provide assistance when needed and are responsible for seeing that all elections are functioning properly. You should review parliamentary procedure and the qualifications of the President. You are expected to take over in his/her absence and so should have the skills necessary to preside over the General Assembly, Senate, and Club Presidents’ Round Table.
Secretary:
Angie Morarie
A good SGA Secretary is aware of all Association actions and is ready to supply needed information at all times. The work of the Association depends upon the efficiency with which this office is conducted. The SGA Secretary is the custodian of all records of the Association and great care should be taken with this responsibility. Records are kept from year to year so that there is a continuous record of all that has happened. To keep current records from various committees and organizations, the Secretary should see that the Committee Report Forms are available for distribution. These forms should then be submitted to you after each meeting. The Secretary should see to it that the Executive Council gets an "up-date" on the reports and minutes that are submitted. Special efforts should be made to develop skill in listening, interpreting issues, taking notes, and reporting accurately. The Secretary should know the proper form on which to make reports and the data which must be included. Finally, the Secretary must be able to work closely with the Communications Director and Director of Technology to facilitate effective public relations.
Treasurer:
Brian Stoffel
A definite part of any leadership training deals with the handling of money and the correct way of keeping the financial records of the Association. A very important SGA Officer is the Treasurer. Handling of money and keeping financial records is very important to the life and future of any organization. A sound financial structure is the real life of a successful program regardless of its origin. It is important to keep up to date on all receipts and disbursements that are made. The SGA Treasurer is the key officer in preparing the Annual Budget. Assistance will be provided by the SGA Budget Committee and the SGA Executive Council. Careful attention should be given to items requiring expenditure of Association funds during the year. The Treasurer should, on a monthly basis, reconcile the records of SGA with those of the college’s Business Office. Additionally, all clubs are to be provided with monthly statements reporting the status of their accounts.
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Executive Council: Cabinet
Coordinator of Clubs:
Yessenia Mendoza
Serves as liaison between SGA and its member clubs in an advisory way, prepares the club booklet, and coordinates the calendars of all clubs and organizations.
Communications Director:
Kallie Warnick
Assesses communication between students, faculty, staff, and administration, and develops means to improve it. Supervises the publications and correspondence of the SGA.
Administrative Assistant:
Lyndsay Hafermann
Assists the Executive Council by fulfilling various administrative tasks.
Parliamentarian/Historian:
Tanner Miller
Assists the President and General Assembly in conducting meetings according to accepted parliamentary procedure. Maintains records and archives for the clubs and
organizations.
Director of Technology:
Ben Nunemaker
Maintains and updates Student Government web site. Consults on other technology issues.
Activities Coordinator:
Ashley Coon
Coordinates activites including the annual Campus Clean-Up Day and Senior
Shin-Dig, and other various activities throughout the year.
Faculty Advisor: David Doerge
The advisor serves as a liaison between the SGA and the faculty, staff, and administration. The advisor also performs additional duties as they are needed.
Staff Advisor: Sarah Botkin
The advisor serves as a liaison between the SGA and the faculty, staff, and administration. The advisor also performs additional duties as they are needed.
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Class Officers
The Class Officers are responsible for coordinating class events, such as fundraising, service projects, and social events. In addition, he junior and senior class officers serve on a committee that plans commencement exercises.
Senior Class
President: Mary Jo Nie
Vice President: Whitney Frost
Secretary/Treasurer: Lindsay Dick
Junior Class
President: Michael Kaduce
Vice President: Mary Kilburg
Secretary/Treasurer: Stephanie Klein
Sophomore Class
President: Caitlyn Zewen
Vice President: Bob Jameson
Secretary/Treasurer: Beth Samek
Freshman Class
President: Beca Orvella
Vice President: Mikael Devilbiss
Secretary/Treasurer: Ashley Benter
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General Assembly and Student Senate
The purpose of the General Assembly and the Student Senate is to address issues that are important to students and keep them informed of campus news and events.
The General Assembly is the policy-making body of the SGA. Its membership is comprised of representatives from the residence halls, apartments, suites, commuters, clubs, and college committees. The Assembly meets once a month for reports from the representatives and to act on impending business.
The Student Senate is appointed to discuss the details of ideas and issues that concern Mount Mercy College. The senators conduct evaluations of campus offices, facilities, and polices, and annually review the SGA Constitution.
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College Committee Representatives
The SGA provides student representation on College committees. Students elected to College committees sit on the General Assembly, as well as on their respective committees. These representatives are required to report on the activities of their committees at every General Assembly meetings. If you have a question or concern that falls into the area of one of these committees, speak with the appropriate student.
Activity Funding Committee
Recommends distribution of activity funds to the President and reports to student body. Student membership includes representatives from SGA, Residence Hall Association (RHA), Mount Mercy Times, and College Pastoral Council (CPC); four class officers (one from each class); two elected, at-large students; one elected commuter student.
Campus Safety and Security Committee
Functions as an advisory committee for administration, looking at campus security, parking regulations, lighting, and other safety concerns.
Cultural Affairs Committee
Plans cultural events, brings speakers to campus, sponsors art events, and funds the weekly film series.
Educational Policies Committee
Responsible for the continuous review of the College curriculum. It approves course deletions and additions before they are sent for final approval to the faculty and reviews all independent studies, interdisciplinary majors, and the winter term booklet.
Enrollment Management Committee
Works to maintain optimum enrollment at the College. The admission subcommittee works to carry out decisions involving student enrollment.
Faculty Liaison
Represents the student body to the faculty, attends faculty meetings, and communicates faculty activities to the SGA assembly.
Strategic Planning Committee
Works to create long-term and short-term planning for the College and works to develop processes whereby departments within the College look to improve themselves.
Student Development Committee
Serves as a forum for faculty, students, and staff to share concerns about student needs, college life, and the Campus environment. The committee reports to the President through the Vice President for Student Development and is responsible for changes in existing College policies affecting the lives of students.
Student Publications Board
Oversees operation of the Mount Mercy Times and the hiring of the editor in chief each year.
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