Major: Organizational Management
Why did you join Student Government? I joined Student Government to be engaged in extracurricular activities and to help make a difference on campus. I enjoy working with spreadsheets and all forms of data, so this is why I became a Treasurer.
Home Town: I am a 3rd generation Gainesville native.
Goal for Student Government this Year: My goal in Student Government is to build upon the pre-existing foundation and make it not only stronger than before, but also more productive. I will utilize all of my skills to assist in making others’ lives easier in and out of the office.
How will Student Government help you accomplish your goal? Student Government will help me accomplish my dreams of becoming a law enforcement officer by reinforcing the core values of trust, leadership, and open communication.
Anything else you want to share? I am extremely happy with the leadership team that I am on. They are all excellent leaders who believe in equality, integrity, and justice. I am excited for this new year, and I am looking forward to working with this incredible team!
Major: I am majoring in political science and I intend to transfer to the University of Florida for a bachelor’s degree in the same. Following graduation, I hope to work in legislative politics on the state and federal level.
Why did you join Student Government? I was interested largely because I was frustrated with how some parts of SG – including the Senate – were operating. I felt they could be doing more for the student body, especially students facing financial instability and mental health issues. At the urging of the then-President Pro Tempore Matthew Pearson-Dawe, I joined the Senate in March 2016 and was elected to the President Pro Tempore position for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Home Town: Vernon Hills, Illinois (suburbs north of Chicago)
Goal for Student Government this Year: I believe that Student Government can, and should, work to affect positive change in our community. We can lead on important issues, from student worker wages and better support for LGBTQ+ students, to increased focus on international education and combating hate and bigotry in our community and our nation. All of these issues are ones that I believe SG can make a difference on through advocacy for its students, along with the many more that come our way.
How will Student Government help you accomplish your goal? Serving in Student Government, I have gained experience in creating legislation and policy, negotiating on important issues, and important administrative skills like running meetings and organizing committees. Research, writing, public speaking, and communication competency are all areas that SG helps me hone, and are useful in many different fields.
Anything else you want to share? There is never a bad time to get involved with politics and now – when some of the worst elements of our society are more political active than they have been in decades – is when young, passionate voices are needed more than ever.
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Major: Digital Arts & Sciences
Why did you join Student Government? I joined Student Government as a Freshman because I really wanted to get involved during my freshman year of college. I did very little extracurricular activities in high school, so I wanted to make sure that I was really getting the most out of my college experience. I initially was hesitant about joining because I wasn’t really a fan of politics, but the sheer amount of opportunities that were offered to me changed my initial views. Through Student Government, I’ve had the opportunity to serve as a mentor to several students, participate in a variety of service activities, and discover where my passions laid. I would recommend anyone looking to get involved on a college campus to consider joining their local SG.
Home Town: Sunrise, FL
Goal for Student Government this Year: My goal for student government this year is to really assist in building up students to be student leaders on Santa Fe’s campus. Aside from planning and executing events, I want to see the new ideas and initiatives that new students will bring to Student Government. Whether that’s through Student Government, Student Ambassadors, or even Phi Theta Kappa I want to see students being actively involved on campus.
How will Student Government help you accomplish your goal? Students that come to events hosted by the Student Government Programs Agency and Student Life will have the opportunity to enjoy themselves and also learn about all the unique things happening on campus. In that regard, SGP is definitely crucial due to all the face time with students.
Anything else you want to share? I absolutely love talking with students, so if you happen to be in S-Building and have any questions about Student Organizations, Student Government, or the College in general please don’t hesitate to stop by my office S-154. I look forward to meeting you!
Major: Computer Engineering
Why did you join Student Government? I joined student government because I have a huge passion for serving others. I have been a part of student government since my freshman year in high school and those experiences helped me grow as an individual, which is why I continue to serve in the organization here at Santa Fe College.
Home Town: Deltona, FL
Goal for Student Government this Year: My goal for student government this year is to create and execute events that are not only entertaining or enjoyable for students, but also events that will benefit them in their professional lives.
How will Student Government help you accomplish your goal? Student government will help me accomplish my goal through the resources I have access to as the SGP Finance Chair. Being able to budget $15,000 towards all the events on campus will allow me to supply funds towards events that will benefit students in an educational and professional manner.
Anything else you want to share? I was born in Pembroke Pines, FL, however I grew up in Deltona which is about 30 minutes away from Daytona Beach. My family is from Colombia and I learned to speak Spanish before English as a result. My hobbies include playing soccer, listening to music, and anime/Netflix.
