USG Archives – The Statesman

VP of Equity & Inclusion addresses renaming Sanger Hall and campus concerns in USG meeting

News USGSeptember 26, 2021

Judith Brown Clarke addressed senators’ concerns about renaming Sanger Hall, and presented her department’s diversity initiatives and progress at the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) senator meeting on Sept. 16.

Manjot Singh elected USG President

News USGApril 10, 2021

Manjot Singh has been elected as the next Undergraduate Student Government (USG) president. The results of the election were announced on USG’s Instagram a few hours after polls closed on SBEngaged on April 4.

USG Executive Council candidates outline their priorities for ongoing election

News USGMarch 31, 2021

The candidates for the Executive Council of Stony Brook University’s Undergraduate Student Government debated their platforms on March 26. Elections started on SBEngaged on March 29 and will be held until April 2 at noon.

USG update Nov. 5, 2020: USG elects non-traditional student to the Senate

News USGNovember 16, 2020

Reginald Ligonde, a senior business major and non-traditional student, was elected into the USG Senate during their meeting on Nov. 5. Ligonde explained that he applied for the role in order to bring attention to an underrepresented community.

Huntley Spencer elected as USG President, Student Activity Fee remains mandatory

News Student Life Top Story USGSeptember 13, 2020September 13, 2020

Announced on USG’s Instagram on Sept. 11, Huntley Spencer has been elected president of the Undergraduate Student Government. In addition, the Student Activity Fee will be mandatory for the next two years.

2020 USG Election and Student Activity Fee Referendum begin

News Student Life USGSeptember 9, 2020September 10, 2020

Due to the financial situation of the student body brought upon by COVID-19, USG is giving undergraduate students the option to vote on the SAF being optional or mandatory.

COVID-19 causes remote meetings and budget cuts for student organizations

COVID-19 Special Issue News Special Issues Student Life USGSeptember 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Clubs and organizations thrive on interaction, community and events, all of which are a vital part of campus life. However, they are now forced to adapt to a remote experience and limited funds in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

Resident Assistant Training Committee responds to Undergraduate Student Government petition

News USGAugust 29, 2020

A Resident Assistant Statement of Understanding Addendum that outlined new guidelines for RAs under COVID-19 came under fire from students on Reddit and the USG.

Student leadership report shows campus concerns for the upcoming semester

Administration News USGAugust 16, 2020August 17, 2020

In a report released in early July, unnamed representatives from the GSO and the USG expressed their experiences relating to COVID-19 last spring semester. The information came for two listening sessions conducted on June 17 and June 22.

USG reduces summer session student activity fee

News USGJune 1, 2020

USG still operates during the summer with certain responsibilities, such as planning committees for orientation, presidential transitions and participating in the University Senate.

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USG presidential candidate drops out two days into voting

Undergraduate Student Government polls are open, here are the candidates

Students raise questions about SBU’s recycling transparency

USG surprises clubs with newly announced budget cap