Academic Affairs

Provides oversight on all matters of academic policy at the University and business of the University Senate in the interest of the student body. Areas of focus include: experiential learning, open source textbooks, and advising Deans on college-specific policies and procedures, among others.

Chair: Ryan Heisinger
E-mail: ryanheisinger91@gmail.com
Meets: Sundays at 7:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Community Engagement

Implements annual SGA community and philanthropic programs, develops new events, and furthers pride and tradition at the University of Maryland. Programs include Crab Feast, Keep Me Maryland, and UNIV class presentations.

Chair: Kevin LaCherra
E-mail: kevinlacherra@gmail.com
Meets: Wednesdays at 9:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Constitution & Bylaws

Updates and maintains the Constitution, Bylaws, and other Governing Documents of the SGA, approves the format of all legislation seeking to amend Governing Documents, and advises the SGA on matters pertaining to the Constitution and Bylaws.

Chair: Michael Lichtenberg
E-mail: mikelichtenberg@yahoo.com
Meets: Wednesdays at 9:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Diversity

Promotes an environment of diversity and inclusion within the University of Maryland community. Works on projects that ensure the equality of services and opportunities for all students, and strives to advance tolerance on campus.

Chair: Charmaine Wilson-Jones
E-mail: cwilsonj@terpmail.umd.edu
Meets: Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Ethics

Enforces the SGA Accountability and Ethics Handbook, conducts performance reviews of SGA members, and investigates allegations of misconduct.

Chair: Matthew Popkin
Meets: This committee is closed to the public.

Finance & Audit

Finance

Fairly and equitably distributes the Student Activities Fee in a manner consistent with the rules and regulations of the Finance Process and the stated goals and objectives of the SGA.

Chair: Tali Alter
Meets: This committee is closed to the public.

Audit

Provides oversight of the spending practices of the SGA and SGA funded groups. Charged with monitoring the accounting practices of student groups for the concurrent and previous fiscal year, ensuring due diligence and monitoring Student Activities Fee expenditures.

Chair: Deanna Poole
E-mail: umdvpfinance@gmail.com
Meets: This committee is closed to the public.

Governmental Affairs

Determines student concerns and needs with regards to local, state, and federal governmental policies and issues that affect the undergraduate members of the student body.

Chair: James Jalandoni
E-mail: james.jalandoni@gmail.com
Meets: Wednesdays at 5:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Health & Wellness

Promotes an environment of nutritional, mental, and overall physical health for University of Maryland students. Educates students about making healthy decisions, as well as the services available to help maintain their overall health, both while attending the University of Maryland and post-graduation.

Chair: Kayla Amin
E-mail: kamin@terpmail.umd.edu
Meets: Thursdays at 7:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Recruitment & Retention

Actively recruits new members for the SGA to fill vacancies, implements programs and activities to retain existing members, and serves as a resource for members.

Chair: Rosa Abraha
Meets: Meeting times vary.
Location: SGA Office

Student Affairs

Provides general oversight on issues of concern to the student body, including University policies and campus issues. Areas of focus include: dining services, facilities management, resident life, and transportation services, among others.

Chair: Elizabeth Pandya
E-mail: lizpandya@gmail.com
Meets: Thursdays at 6:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Student Groups

Works with student groups and provides them with information and resources available through the SGA. Provides oversight for student groups on issues of constitutional structure and ethical practice, and has authority over the student group recognition process.

Chair: Justin Dent
E-mail: jdent1@terpmail.umd.edu
Meets: Fridays at 12:00 pm
Location: SGA Office

Student Sustainability

Takes action and develop initiatives on all University policies and procedures affecting the environment, global stewardship, and sustainability. Works with the Office of Sustainability and monitors the University's progress on the Climate Action Plan.

Chair: Kate Richard
E-mail: kate.330@gmail.com
Meets: Mondays at 7:00 pm
Location: SGA Office