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Student Government Association

We, the students of Union University, in agreement with the Constitution of the Student Government Association, seek to foster unity between the students and the school, to promote student concerns, and to advance the general welfare of the school.

The Student Government Association is the main point at which student leadership and learning converge at Union University. Maintained by a unicameral legislative Senate and led by Student Body and Class Executives, the SGA serves the university by supporting legislation that improves existing policies and sponsoring initiatives that enhance school identity.

Every student at Union University has a voice and a vote in the Student Government Association. Most will exercise these rights in electing Executive Officers to represent their class and the student body. Students also have the opportunity to participate as a voting member of the Student Senate. The Student Government Association is responsible for appointing students to standing faculty committees on campus each year. Provided a student meets certain criteria, he or she may also campaign for an executive position.

The Student Government Association, its officers and members are governed by the Student Government Association Constitution and Bylaws. Questions about these documents can be referred to any of the Executive Officers or Jason Castles, SGA Advisor.

Member Of The Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature

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Upcoming SGA Events
  • Aug 19, 2013 - SGA: Freshman Council Applications Available - more info - 2:00 p.m.

    Applications are available for freshmen students who are interested in serving on SGA. To apply, please visit: http://www.uu.edu/studentlife/sga/freshmancouncil.cfm
  • Aug 19, 2013 - SGA: Howdy Party - 8:00 p.m.

    Join SGA and the rest of the student body to kick-off the fall semester! Catch up with friends and enjoy free snacks!
  • Aug 30, 2013 - SGA: Freshman Council Applications Due - 4:00 p.m.
  • Sep 4, 2013 - SGA: Student Senate Meeting - 9:30 p.m.
  • Sep 18, 2013 - SGA: Student Senate Meeting - 9:30 p.m.
  • Oct 2, 2013 - SGA: Student Senate Meeting - 9:30 p.m.
  • Oct 15 - Nov 1, 2013 - SGA: Executive Officer Petitions Available - 8:00 a.m.

    For more information on running for a SGA Executive Office, please visit: http://www.uu.edu/studentlife/sga/campaign.cfm
  • Oct 16, 2013 - SGA: Student Senate Meeting - 9:30 p.m.
  • Oct 30, 2013 - SGA: Student Senate Meeting - 9:30 p.m.
  • Nov 1, 2013 - SGA: Executive Officer Petitions Due - 4:00 p.m.
Upcoming Leadership Program Events
  • Aug 16 - Aug 19, 2013 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Focus (New Student Orientation) - 9:00 p.m.
  • Aug 19, 2013 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Student Organization Fair - 2:00 p.m.

    Come find out how to get involved in student organizations on campus! Stop by the PAC main hallway to become familiar with many of the student organizations.
  • Aug 19, 2013 - Student Leadership & Engagement: New Student Orientation Dinner - 5:00 p.m.
  • Sep 24, 2013 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Student Organization President Leadership Summit - 9:00 p.m.

    This meeting is for all student organization presidents and will provide them with the opportunity to learn about all the policies governing student organizations. We will also hear from a local business leader on leadership. This meeting is required for all student organization presidents.
  • Jan 28, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Student Leadership Conference - 9:00 a.m.
  • Jan 28, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: New Student Orientation Dinner - 5:00 p.m.
  • Feb 10 - Feb 28, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Focus Leader Applications Available - 8:00 p.m.

    Apply to be a 2014 Focus leader! Applications and letters of recommendation are due by February 28 at 4:00pm. Complete the online application here: http://www.uu.edu/studentservices/orientation/focusleaders.cfm
  • Feb 21, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Student Organization Fair - 11:00 a.m.

    Come find out how to get involved in student organizations on campus! Stop by the PAC main hallway to become familiar with many of the student organizations.
  • Feb 28, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Focus Leader Applications Due - 4:00 p.m.
  • Apr 8 - Apr 9, 2014 - Student Leadership & Engagement: Student Organization President Leadership Summit - 9:00 p.m.

    This meeting is for all student organization presidents and will provide them with the opportunity to learn about all the policies governing student organizations. We will also hear from a local business leader on leadership. This meeting is required for all student organization presidents.
Upcoming SAC Events
  • Aug 18, 2013 - SAC: Game Show - 8:30 p.m.
  • Aug 23, 2013 - SAC: Movie on the Lawn - 8:00 p.m.
  • Sep 27, 2013 - SAC: Movie on the Lawn (Family Weekend) - 2:00 p.m.
  • Oct 5, 2013 - SAC: A-maz-ing Festival (Corn Maze) - 2:00 p.m.
  • Nov 2, 2013 - SAC: Casey Jones Festival - 2:00 p.m.
  • Dec 5, 2013 - SAC: Carl Perkins Christmas (Bowld) - 4:00 p.m.
  • Dec 6, 2013 - SAC: Movie in the Bowld - 8:00 p.m.
  • Jan 10, 2014 - SAC: Movie in the Bowld - 8:00 p.m.
  • Feb 14, 2014 - SAC: V-Show early Audition - 2:00 p.m.
  • Feb 22, 2014 - SAC: Homecoming Concert - 2:30 p.m.
Office Contact Information
  • Office phone: 731.661.5094 or 731.661.5244
  • Office fax: 731.661.5017
  • Mailing address:
    Campus Box 1806
    1050 Union University Drive
    Jackson, TN 38305