{"id":35,"date":"2019-10-09T13:06:01","date_gmt":"2019-10-09T17:06:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/student-life\/?page_id=35"},"modified":"2026-03-27T15:02:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T19:02:30","slug":"student-government-association","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/student-life\/student-government-association\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Government Association"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/student-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2025\/01\/sga25-2-e1736803510903.jpg\" alt=\"SGA photo\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Student Government Association (SGA) is the officially recognized organization authorized by the administration to represent the student body at Cape Fear Community College. As a democratic organization, the SGA elects its officers annually. The SGA is supported by the State Board of Community Colleges, the CFCC Board of Trustees, and the College\u2019s administration, faculty, and staff.<\/p>\n<p>Institutional support for student governance is demonstrated through formal student representation in shared governance structures. SGA representatives serve on standing College committees that are responsible for annually reviewing institutional policies and recommending improvements.<\/p>\n<p>The SGA actively serves as the voice of the student body and facilitates open communication between students and College leadership. Through participation in student governance, students gain practical experience in leadership, civic responsibility, and institutional decision-making.<\/p> <div class=\"row\">  <div class=\"col-md\"> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"> <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/student-life\/forms\/officer-application\/\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Apply to be<\/span> an SGA Officer <\/a> \n<p class=\"small text-muted pl-3 mb-1\"><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> Friday, April 17th at 5:00 PM. Following the application deadline, SGA elections will be conducted through an online voting process during the week of April 27th-May 1st, closing at 5:00pm on May 1st.<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"row\">  <div class=\"col-md-8\"> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"> <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"\/student-life\/student-government-association\/sga-officers\/\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Meet the<\/span> 2025-2026 Executive Officers <\/a>  <\/div>  <div class=\"col-md-4\"> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"> <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"\/student-life\/student-government-association\/get-involved\/\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Get<\/span> Involved <\/a>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"iwi-accordion\"> <hr>\n<h4 class=\"iwi-target-container1\"> <a href=\"#\"> Mission Statement <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"container1\" class=\"\"> The Student Government Association (SGA) at Cape Fear Community College is a group of proactive student leaders, supported by faculty and staff, who serve the student body through advocacy and service projects within the college and community.<\/p>\n<p>Mission:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"px-3\">\n<li>To provide a platform for students to collaborate and take action.<\/li>\n<li>To promote student leadership.<\/li>\n<li>To support academic success.<\/li>\n<li>To improve the campus experience and strengthen ties between students and the community.<\/li>\n<li>To foster camaraderie among members.<\/li>\n<li>To advocate for the collective needs and interests of students.<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div> <hr>\n<h4 class=\"iwi-target-container3\"> <a href=\"#\"> SGA Structure <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"container3\" class=\"\"> The structure of the Student Government Association (SGA) at Cape Fear Community College is designed to ensure effective leadership, clear communication, and active student involvement. Here&#8217;s an outline of its key components:<\/p>\n<h6>Executive Board:<\/h6>\n<p>The Executive Board is responsible for the overall direction and decision-making of the SGA. Members of the Executive Board are typically elected by the student body.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"px-3\">\n<li><strong>President:<\/strong> Leads the SGA, represents the student body, and oversees all SGA activities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vice President:<\/strong> Assists the President and may step in if the President is unavailable; often oversees committees or specific projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secretary:<\/strong> Responsible for taking meeting minutes, managing communications, and maintaining records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Public Information Officer:<\/strong> Handles publicity, social media, and external communication to keep students informed about SGA activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6>Senate:<\/h6>\n<p>The Senate is made up of elected student representatives who serve as the voice of the student body. Senators are tasked with advocating for student needs, discussing policies, and voting on SGA matters.<\/p>\n<p>Senators: Represent different student groups, departments, or interests and engage in decision-making.<\/p>\n<h6>Advisor:<\/h6>\n<p>The SGA advisor offers mentorship, logistical support, and ensures alignment with college policies. They also facilitate communication with the administration and assist with conflict resolution. SGA leadership handles day-to-day operations and event planning.<\/p>\n<h6>General Membership:<\/h6>\n<p>All CFCC students are encouraged to become involved with the SGA, either by running for office or participating in committees and projects. 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