Who Are We?

Our Core Values

  • Christ-Centered

    Everything we do at Student Senate—our weekly meetings, brainstorming projects, and more—all comes back to our commitment to be agents of Christ’s renewal on this Earth.

  • Student-Focused

    The projects we create, policies we adapt, and programs we support are all propelled by student opinion.  We assess student input with surveys, town hall events, and meeting with students one-on-one.

  • Results-Oriented

    Time is of the essence — and we’re not here to waste it. In a student organization that revolves around the busyness of college life, we dedicate our efforts into projects that are time-bound and attainable.

  • Transparent Communication

    At Student Senate, we believe that students deserve to know what we are doing. That’s why we keep students updated via social media, town halls, and more.

About Student Senate

Student Senate was founded in 1918 as a group of students who could advocate for their fellow classmates. Our team is composed of 19 senators who communicate with their fellow classmates about needs, wants, and passions in our community. We work on projects throughout the year to address these improvements and come up with creative solutions to improve every student’s college experience.

Student Body President

Tyler VerMerris

Hi! I am a senior studying Biochemistry and Urban Studies on the premed track, and I’ve had the privilege of serving as student body president! This year we are focused on being good representatives of the student body to strengthen the connection between students and administration. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to make your student experience better!

Cabinet

  • Ethan VanOrman

    VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATONS

  • Ebun Aluko

    VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS

  • Anna Malaker

    VICE PRESIDENT OF ADMINISTRATION

Team Nyarko

  • Kofi Nyarko

    TEAM LEADER

  • Ponjul Shedul

    SENATOR

  • Scarlett Tilburt

    SENATOR

  • Megan Streit

    SEATOR

  • Sydney Casey

    SENATOR

  • Alejandro Burns

    SENATOR

  • Gema Jaco

    SENATOR

Team Savickas

  • Igne Savickas

    TEAM LEADER

  • Christopher Kingdom Grier II

    SENATOR

  • Enoch Incoom

    SENATOR

  • Hannah Jeong

    SENATOR

Team Harlow

  • Luke Harlow

    TEAM LEADER

  • Pauline Lu

    SENATOR

  • Catie Kramer

    SENATOR

Team Shilton

  • Sada Shilton

    TEAM LEADER

  • Grace Langeland

    SENATOR

  • Lathan VanderLeest

    SENATOR

  • Caynon Love

    SENATOR

Faculty Advisor

John “JB” Britton