Associated Student Government Named SEC Student Government of the Year
From left: Campbell Babin, student body secretary; Hailey Hoog, student body vice president; Aidan Bhargava, ASG membership development coordinator; Cael Losenegger, student body president; JD DiLoreto-Hill, ASG advisor; and Kourtney Thompson, ASG chief justice, accepted the SEC Student Government of the Year award at SEC Exchange this summer in Oxford, Mississippi, at Ole Miss.
University of Arkansas Associated Student Government was recognized as the Southeastern Conference Student Government of the Year at SEC Exchange 2023 hosted by the University of Mississippi in Oxford from July 13-15.
JD DiLoreto-Hill, ASG advisor, said, "This award is such a testament to the hard work and servant leadership demonstrated by the 200-plus members of ASG every day. ASG's success is a further testament to the university's leadership and their commitment to shared governance and the student voice. I am so proud of them for this well-deserved honor."
Each year, the host institution is tasked with reviewing nomination forms for multiple award categories. The honor for Student Government of the Year represents the institution whose overall service stood out amongst the other institutions. ASG's award nomination focused on excellence in advocacy and programming under former student body president, Lauren Loften. The nomination had a specific focus on three programs:
- Success of the U of A student poll, which had a participation rate of nearly 20%.
- Beat Big Blue Blood Drive, which collected nearly 750 units of blood for the American Red Cross.
- ASG's direct involvement in the chancellor search.
SEC Exchange is an annual gathering of student government leaders from across the SEC and includes workshops, networking, discussions of best practices, and special guest speakers.
The Associated Student Government at the University of Arkansas is a student-led organization that acts as an organized voice for all students and strives to effectively represent student interest. Questions about ASG can be directed to (479) 575-5255 or asg@uark.edu. Associated Student Government is a program in the Division of Student Affairs.
About the Division of Student Affairs: The Division of Student Affairs supports students in pursuing knowledge, earning a degree, finding meaningful careers, exploring diversity, and connecting with the global community. We provide students housing, dining, health care resources, and create innovative programs that educate and inspire. We enhance the University of Arkansas experience and help students succeed, one student at a time.
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