Student Government
Welcome to the Northark Student Government Association Website!
What is the Student Government Association?
The Student Government Association is a representative body of all students on campus at North Arkansas College. We were established to ensure positive representation of student ideals, to participate in the process of formation and execution of college policy, and to establish a bond between ourselves, the faculty, and our administration.
As defined by our Constitution, our purpose is:
- To work in service to the students and administration toward the common goal of student retention and encourage student interaction.
- To foster communication between the students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- To provide an official voice through which student opinions may be expressed to the faculty and administration.
- To promote the general welfare of the college.
-To give students an opportunity to be decision makers within the context of student/college interaction.
How does the Student Government Association Work?
The Student Government Association (SGA) is one body of dedicated students who work together through meetings and committees to better serve the college. The five officers work with the other Student Government members to work on college action projects, campus activities, and service projects for the benefit of all students at North Arkansas College. Committees may be formed within SGA for students to focus more effectively on projects and service. The committee work is then presented to the entire SGA for final approval and action.
When do you meet and how can I join the Student Government Association?
Our meetings are held on Thursdays from 12:30pm to 1:30pm in the Bennie Ellis Room (B304). Everyone is welcome to join in a meeting. Committee meetings are held dependent on the members of the group.
Who runs the Student Government Association?
The officers for the academic year 2011-2012 are as follows:
Parliamentarian-Mr. Caleb Lee
Public Relations-Mr. Justin Smith
Secretary/Treasurer-Mr. Todd Brewer
Vice President-Ms. Tammy Lee
President-Ms. Bingo Martin
Officers are elected in September and serve from October 1st to September 30th of the following year. Officers must be full-time students.
The staff advisors to Student Government are Dr. Doug Gere (
dgere@northark.edu) and Dr. Cynthia Horkey (
chorkey@northark.edu). If you have any questions, please feel free to stop by and meet them in the Advising Center (M184).
Will joining Student Government interfere with my education?
Absolutely not! Student Government never encourages committing more time than you would like to devote to working with us. Active involvement will provide a network where you can establish many beneficial relationships resulting in an enhanced educational experience.
What types of things has the Student Government Association done at North Arkansas College?
In the past, the SGA has put on activities such as a Spring Fling, a 5 on 5 Basketball Tournament, a campus barbecue, movie nights, a Halloween Costume Contest, and game events. They have also managed the student discount program with local businesses. In addition, they also sponsored an Annual Voter Registration Drive and a Blood Drive.
Your SGA in Action
SGA has also worked with administration on modifications to the Student Center, enacted a student identification system, initiated improvements to restrooms for handicap accessibility, and obtained an ATM for the North and South campuses. The group has also attended regional and national conferences.
What types of things is the Student Government Association working on for the 2011 - 2012 academic year?
We look forward to many fun activities for student engagement at North Arkansas College over this academic year. We are working on a One Day Intramural Football Tournament, a fund raising event for Breast Cancer, sponsorship of Constitution Day, a One Day 5 v. 5 Basketball Intramural Tournament, and sponsorship of the bi-annual Blood Drive. We will also be working on new student activities and student government issues as the year unfolds.