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SGA Fills Director Position

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Allyson Layton is welcomed as the new Director of Equity and Diversity.

Also welcomes new Secretary of the Senate, Sergeant at Arms

During the Student Government Association’s meeting on Tuesday, January 11th, the Senate, through a Senate Business resolution, approved Vice President Mellish’s appointment of Allyson Layton to the position of Director of Equity and Diversity.  She replaces Weston Bland, who will be studying in Egypt for the semester.

Vice President Mellish also read and signed an Executive Order to appoint Jonathan Stubblefield to the position of Sergeant at Arms.  He replaces Kathryn Lee.

Finally, Senate welcomed Raven Hayes as the new Secretary of the Senate.  She replaces Kristina Moller, who is studying in Costa Rica this semester.

For more information, please contact Kinsley Stocum, Director of Communications, at kinsley17@missouristate.edu.

SGA, Taylor Health to Offer Free Flu Shots to Students

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Taylor Health and Wellness, in conjunction with the Student Government Association, will be offering free flu shots to Missouri State University students.

SGA and Taylor Health have teamed together to provide free flu shots for MSU students and their dependents/household members.  All that a student needs to do to get one of the free flu shots is go to Taylor Health or call 836-4000 for more information.  Taylor Health is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

This offer is limited to the first 1,000 students that take advantage of the opportunity.  Many parts of the country are experiencing an increase in flu cases as the winter progresses.

For more information, please contact Kinsley Stocum, Director of Communications, at kinsley17@missouristate.edu.

SGA Passes Resolution to Form a Committee to Extend Library Hours

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The Student Government Association passed a resolution on Tuesday, November 30th recommending that a committee of students, library staff, Computer Services staff, and any other representatives of necessary departments be formed to decide how best to implement students’ desired changes to library hours.

The recommendation comes from the Academic Affairs Committee of SGA, which noted that in surveys, students expressed an interest in extending the hours of Duane G. Meyer Library because of the resources, convenience, and atmosphere the library provides, but further realized that the specific details involved with an extension would require coordination among several parties at the University.

A copy of the resolution will be sent to Neosha Mackey, Dean of Library Services, and Kevin Piercy, Coordinator of User Support Services.

For more information, please contact Kinsley Stocum, Director of Communications, at kinsley17@missouristate.edu.

SGA Seeks Student Opinion Through Two New Polls

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The Student Government Association’s newest polls address gender-specific rules in intramural sports and the role of diversity at Missouri State.
Students may take both polls on the SGA website: sga.missouristate.edu.

Additionally, the results for SGA’s polls concerning extended library hours and athletics can be found under the Polls tab at sga.missouristate.edu/accountability.

For more information, please contact Kinsley Stocum, Director of Communications, at kinsley17@missouristate.edu.

Application Deadline Extended for SGA Director Position

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The Student Government Association has extended the application deadline for the position of Director of Equity and Diversity until Friday, December 10th. Applications are still due back to the Student Body Vice President’s mailbox in the SGA Office by 5:00 pm.

The Director of Equity and Diversity will work to promote diversity within the university community as well as an understanding of diversity and equality.  Additionally, the Director will be responsible for researching and voicing the needs and concerns of diverse students.

Weekly duties will include attending a Cabinet meeting, completing three office hours, leading a committee meeting, and meeting independently with the Vice President.  The Director will also have to be a member of Senate and will be required to attend Senate meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 pm.

Applications can be found in the SGA Office (PSU 123) and on the SGA website at http://sga.missouristate.edu/documents/.

For more information, please contact Kinsley Stocum, Director of Communications, at kinsley17@missouristate.edu.