By Caity Battey
Fall is definitely underway in Frederick, and with that comes a new semester! New semesters mean all types of new things, especially new leadership in student organizations. This practice is not wasted on HoodCollege’s Student Government; this year we are kicking things off at a run with Drake Halpern as President of the student body. Halpern and his executive board have already set some goals in motion in order to make Student Government an organization that actually serves the student body at Hood.
Halpern shared his main desire for his organization this year earlier this week; “I want SGA to be a stronger advocate for the student body and help with the training of young campus leaders to make to [the]campus an overall stronger and healthier place. Student Government is a vehicle for students to become campus leaders in a number of things and help make our Hood community better.”
Many SGA veterans are excited by the strong incoming class and the way that the first-years are already asserting themselves in the organization. Logan Samuels, a first year from Manalapan, New Jersey was elected Senate WHIP in the SGA Retreat on Sept. 22; Samuels is already showing excellent leadership. Another first year who is sure to make her mark on the organization is Rosemary Walters.
When asked why she joined Student Government, Samuels said, “As a freshman I wanted to get as involved as I could as quickly as possible, and SGA seemed like the perfect way to do it. I’m looking forward to a great year, meeting people and making Hood a true home for everyone!” These desires are a common thread between the majority of Student Government’s first years and very encouraging for the year to come.
Keep a look-out for events like the Holiday Dinner, Ugly Sweater Competition, and others that are brought to the student body by HCSGA! Also, check the LED sign in Whitaker for postings about events and upcoming meetings. The SGA Senate meetings are open to all students in the Hood Community; make your voice heard and help HCSGA make this campus a home for all!
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