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CURRENT BUSINESS

Meeting: December 2nd, 2008 - 7pm

At their final meeting of the semester, the Senate passed a resolution proclaiming their commitment towards a new trust document, invested in the SWIFT Program of which the interest will go towards scholarship opportunities for the cross-cultural experience requirement of the new central curriculum.

The Senate also passed a resolution proclaiming their commitment towards contributing significant funds from the Class Memorial Account towards the new science building.

In addition, the Senate is considering adopting a new amendment to the constitution which would require SGA recognized clubs to submit their club recognition forms and constitutions to the Campus Activities Office before receiving any and all privileges of being an SGA recognized organization.

The Student Government Association wishes all members of the SU Family Happy Holidays and safe travels! See you in the spring!

OLD BUSINESS

Meeting: November 17th, 2008 - 7pm

Provost McMillin and Dr. Peeler discussed the components of the new central curriculum.

SGA discussed the options of investing the Trust Fund and using the interest towards a scholarship for the cross-cultural experience requirement of the new central curriculum.

The Senate discussed actions that the SGA could take in responding the the racial graffiti in Aikens.

At the next meeting, on Monday, December 1st the Senate will:
Hear from representatives of the SWIFT business school investment program
Discuss a Trust Fund resolution
Discuss a potential contribution to the new science building
Present Class Officer Reports

Student Government Announcement - November 12th, 2008

The Student Government Association asks our fellow students to join us in denouncing the recent acts of racial discrimination that have taken place on our campus. Please work with us to make this a safe, comfortable, and welcoming place for everyone.

Meeting: November 10th, 2008 - 7pm

The Senate voted on and failed to pass an amendment to the SGA constitution that would raise the GPA requirement for Senators from 2.5 to 2.8 and raise the Executive Board GPA requirement from 2.5 to 3.0.

The Senate discussed possible uses and investments for the Trust Fund. In addition, Class Officers gave reports on the progress of their class projects.

Students are encouraged to contact their Senators with any questions or suggestions they have, specifically those related to the new central curriculum for SU students. The Senate will be meeting with Provost McMillin to discuss the new central curriculum and these questions will be addressed.

Meeting: November 3rd, 2008 - 7pm

The Senate discussed a possible amendment to the SGA constitution to raise the GPA requirement for senators from 2.5 to 2.8. In a future meeting, the Senate plans to discuss the new central curriculum for SU students. Students are recommended to e-mail their senators about any questions or concerns they have regarding this new curriculum.

SGA's Election Day Events were a huge success. The Voter Vehicle shuttle service was used by more than 150 people on Super Tuesday. In addition, the Election Day Party in Trax was well received with over 200 students in attendance.

Meeting: October 20th, 2008 - 7pm

The Senate approved minor amendments to the SGA constitution and approved a proclamation in support of the Sesqucentennial Celebration of the 2008-2009 academic year. The Senate is considering providing a monetary donation for the new science building.

The Senate encourages students to take part in the Aramark dining survey. Visit www.college-survey.com/susqu. The survey ends on October 31st.

There will not be a meeting next week. The next SGA meeting will be on November 3rd at 7pm in Seibert 108.

Meeting: October 6th, 2008 - 7pm

The Senate approved a resolution calling for a new position, Special Assistant to the President and Chief Diversity Officer, to be added to the university. President Lemons named junior Devin Kittrell as the student representative to the search committee.

The Senate approved financial support for the SU Ice Hockey Club.

The Senate congratulates vice president, Brittany Bunting, who was named Homecoming Queen during the Homecoming weekend festivities. In addition, SGA took first place in the Homecoming float competition.

Meeting: September 29th, 2008 - 7pm

Next meeting, the Senate will be voting on a resolution concerning the implementation of a Chief Diversity Officer position at Susquehanna.
In anticipation of homecoming, SGA will have a float in the parade on Saturday.

Meeting: September 22nd, 2008 - 7pm

At the first meeting of the semester this year's class officers, liaisons and senators were sworn in and accepted the responsibilities of their positions.

The Senate approved monetary support for the Sesquicentennial Steering Committee celebrations. In addition, the faculty and staff nominations for the University Conduct Board have been approved. For a full list of Conduct Board members, contact Jenna Fredericks.