Legislative Branch

The Legislative Branch of the Stetson University Student Government Association (SGA) plays a crucial role in representing the student body and ensuring that their voices are heard. Comprised of elected senators from various colleges and schools within the university, the Legislative Branch is responsible for proposing, debating, and enacting legislation that addresses student concerns and enhances the overall campus experience.
 
Our senators work diligently to advocate for student interests, allocate funding for student organizations, and collaborate with university administration to implement policies that foster a vibrant and inclusive campus community. Through regular meetings, open forums, and active engagement with their constituents, the Legislative Branch strives to create a transparent and responsive governance structure that empowers all students to contribute to the betterment of Stetson University.

President Pro Tempore - This position is held by August Ames. Appointed by the Senate, the President Pro Tempore assists the Vice President in setting the agenda for meetings of the Senate, records official minutes of each meeting and other clerical duties for the Senate.

Speaker of the House - Senate is led by the Vice President, Arianna Frounder-O'Harrow, who maintains the effective operation of the legislature. The Vice President is the Speaker of the House. 

The driving force of Senate, there are 4 standing committees to research and vote on resolutions for the Senate’s consideration. 

Academic Affairs

Chair: MaKenzie Braxton

The committee works on legislation pertaining to the academics of the University.

Campus Life

Chair: Emily Flores

The committee works on legislation dealing with the general campus experience, and manages the student organization approval process.

Finance 

Chair: Maria del Mar Lopez Martin

The committee works on the SGA budget or other legislation dealing with general finances, as well as legislation that deals with any changes to our internal governing documents.

Diversity and Inclusion 

Chair: Joseph Ortiz

The committee ensures inclusion within a changing University, assisting to make the voices of minorities on campus heard in Student Government.

Fourth Year Senators

August Ames

Amaya Santana

Third Year Senators

Paris Jernigan

Riley Koster

Second Year Senators

Da'Naja Moss

Riley Tarvin

First Year Senators

Toron Benion

Grace Grogan

Academic Senators

Asher Sochaczewski, College of Arts & Sciences 

Mackenzie Cunningham, College of Arts & Sciences

Candela Tourne, College of Arts & Sciences

Rayah Yehnert, School of Music

Carlissa Gudino, School of Music

Sevarabonu Erdanova, School of Business

Kelly Ferrell, School of Business

Commuter Senators

Joseph Torres

Renea Pascal

At-Large Senators

Savannah Miranda

Aaliyah Collins

Clifford Deitelbaum

Dalanie Coughlin

Cesar Mayorga

Ilanthy Henry

Senator for International Students

Tapiwa Karumekayi 

Senator for Greek Life

Ary Gordillo

Senator for NCAA Student Athlete

Robbie Champa 

Elections are held each spring in late March to early April, as well as in September. Vacant seats during the academic year are filled through an application/interview process.

Electoral Committee – The Electoral Committee is charged with the effective running of the Presidential election cycle for the Student Government Association.
Presidential Election Dates – To be determined by the EC, this date usually falls late in the Spring semester, with voting over a select few days. Voting is done through HatterSync.
Electoral Committee Rules – To be determined by the EC each election period and will be provided at the mandatory pre-elections campaign information sessions.
Senator Elections – Senators are elected based on class year, the school which their major falls into, commuter status, as well as 10 Senators-at-Large. Elections are held in the late spring and early fall.
The Student Government Association welcomes everyone to come and join Student Government in ensuring the student’s voice is heard. Positions appointed through an election process are listed below:
  • School of Arts and Sciences - 3 Representatives
  • School of Music - 2 Representatives
  • School of Business - 2 Representatives
  • First Year - 2 Representatives
  • Second Year - 2 Representatives
  • Third Year - 2 Representatives
  • Fourth Year - 2 Representatives
  • Commuter Students - 2 Representatives
  • Senators-at-Large - 6 Representatives
  • Senator for Student Athletes - 1 Representatives
  • Senator for Greek Life - 1 Representative
  • Senator for International Students- 1 Representative