Alexander Barnes, SGA President
Use Your Voice, Get Involved!!
Thank you for taking the time to visit the official website of your
Stay Informed
Stay informed by checking your university e-mail accounts regularly! Notices about scholarship opportunities, upcoming events, job opportunities and university notices (i.e., school closures) are all distributed through your university e-mail account.
Visit the SGA website often for updates about important issues.
Know Your Rights
The SGA Director of Student Rights and Grievances, John Kerry (985.448.4561) is available to assist students in resolving many problems encountered on campus, such as, academic, disciplinary and parking appeals.
Be sure to become familiar with the Code of Student Conduct (specifically pages 10-23, 33 & 44) which outlines procedures for filing academic, disciplinary, parking appeals and general grievances and the related appeals processes.
The services of Attorney Andrew Wise are available to all students (by appointment) for FREE legal advice and notary services. Attorney Wise is available on Thursdays throughout the Spring Semester. Stop by the Student Government office to schedule your appointment.
Exercise Your Rights
VOTE! Make it a point to vote in EVERY opportunity that comes your way!
Cast your vote for Presidents, Mayors, Amendments, Homecoming Kings/Queens, Mascots…you get the picture!
During the Fall 2008 elections you will have the opportunity to cast your vote for:
- The New Colonel Mascot
- Student Government Freshman Senators
- Recreation Center Referendum
- Homecoming King and Queen
- (Constitutional changes and referendums as needed)
Get Involved
The Student Government has openings on the Student Senate, Student Supreme Court and Election Commission. All offer great opportunities to represent fellow students. Detailed descriptions for each of these positions can be found in the SGA Constitution and Bylaws.
The SGA also sponsors events and programs aimed at getting students involved in their campus and community.
Maintain Your Health
Student insurance coverage is provided to ALL students carrying seven hours or more in the fall and spring semesters or four hours for the summer session. Individuals carrying less than the required hours may purchase coverage.
Take advantage of your membership in a Wal-Mart Pharmacy network. Copies of the insurance brochures are available in our office and at University Health Services. For additional health-related questions visit the University Health Services Web site.
Increase Your Knowledge
Make good use of the extended library hours (Sunday and Monday till midnight) and individual study rooms located on the second floor of the library.
It is the commitment of the Student Government Association to serve as the voice of all students, promote school spirit and enhance of Nicholls State University. I look forward to seeing you around campus. Please feel free to contact Student Government at 985.448.4557.
Yours in Service,
Alexander C. Barnes
President (2008-2009)
Student Government Association
Nicholls State University
