In this week’s Student Government Association (SGA) meeting, Dr. Tim Pierson, Vice President of Student Affairs, shared the newly announced information that Longwood University will once again not raise tuition above theby more than 3 percent mark. Pierson also added how Longwood’s increase remains one of the lowest increases in Virginia.
President Constance Garner put this figure into perspective by stating that the University of Virginia (UVA) increased the previous year’s tuition by 13 percent.
Much discussion surfaced when one SGA senator brought up the topic of the petition involving the vice presidential debate taking place at Longwood, focusing on the facilities students will not have access to leading up to the debate.
Garner insisted that if any members of the SGA knew anyone who was seeking answers to report directly to her or other executive senators so they could address their concerns.
Pierson informed the SGA that sincewith the gym being is the largest issue students have being thatwith it is set to be closed for a portion of the fall semester that a temporary location is in place as a result. Pierson also added that he does not have the authority to share the information as toregarding the temporary location yet. Pierson also added that the disruptions to campus are to be expected with an event of this magnitude.
Senator Morgan Rollins stressed that the ‘”Q & A’ A” sent out by Pierson was helpful and cleared up a lot of unanswered questions around campus that have been brought to her attention.
Senator Tonisha Pitchford mentioned to Pierson that when sending out emails containing important information such as the debate ‘”Q & A’ A” that it should contain a banner that will bring more attention when students are scrolling through their emails. Pierson replied that he would look into it.
Treasurer Jessica Darst raised an issue with the The Big Event that took place this past Saturday with regarding a need to scope out the sites that where students will be helping at in advance to ensure that safety is a priority.
Senior Class President Natalie Joseph also spoke on her personal experience in the event and felt that the group sizes needed to be more regulated. Joseph also suggested in years to come to partner with Hampden-Sydney College to have more men participate.
Garner spoke on her experience meeting with the Board of Visitors recently and brought up new information that there will be changes added in terms of the general education program.
Joseph also brought up that there will be a professional photographer in the Stubbs Large large Meeting meeting room on Thursday from 10-2 to take free headshots for students for their LinkedIn accounts.
Treasurer Darst did not need the approval of the SGA to reallocate funds in the amount less than $500 as she passed them herself.
Garner added that the swearing in of new members for the upcoming school year will take place on April 22 at 4 p.m. in the Student Union ballroom for those in SGA, Honor and Conduct Boards.
SGA Brief
Christine Rindfleisch
Assistant News Editor
In this week’s Student Government Association (SGA) meeting, Dr. Tim Pierson, Vice President of Student Affairs, shared the newly announced information that Longwood University will once again not raise tuition above theby more than 3 percent mark. Pierson also added how Longwood’s increase remains one of the lowest increases in Virginia.
President Constance Garner put this figure into perspective by stating that the University of Virginia (UVA) increased the previous year’s tuition by 13 percent.
Much discussion surfaced when one SGA senator brought up the topic of the petition involving the vice presidential debate taking place at Longwood, focusing on the facilities students will not have access to leading up to the debate.
Garner insisted that if any members of the SGA knew anyone who was seeking answers to report directly to her or other executive senators so they could address their concerns.
Pierson informed the SGA that sincewith the gym being is the largest issue students have being thatwith it is set to be closed for a portion of the fall semester that a temporary location is in place as a result. Pierson also added that he does not have the authority to share the information as toregarding the temporary location yet. Pierson also added that the disruptions to campus are to be expected with an event of this magnitude.
Senator Morgan Rollins stressed that the ‘”Q & A’ A” sent out by Pierson was helpful and cleared up a lot of unanswered questions around campus that have been brought to her attention.
Senator Tonisha Pitchford mentioned to Pierson that when sending out emails containing important information such as the debate ‘”Q & A’ A” that it should contain a banner that will bring more attention when students are scrolling through their emails. Pierson replied that he would look into it.
Treasurer Jessica Darst raised an issue with the The Big Event that took place this past Saturday with regarding a need to scope out the sites that where students will be helping at in advance to ensure that safety is a priority.
Senior Class President Natalie Joseph also spoke on her personal experience in the event and felt that the group sizes needed to be more regulated. Joseph also suggested in years to come to partner with Hampden-Sydney College to have more men participate.
Garner spoke on her experience meeting with the Board of Visitors recently and brought up new information that there will be changes added in terms of the general education program.
Joseph also brought up that there will be a professional photographer in the Stubbs Large large Meeting meeting room on Thursday from 10-2 to take free headshots for students for their LinkedIn accounts.
Treasurer Darst did not need the approval of the SGA to reallocate funds in the amount less than $500 as she passed them herself.
Garner added that the swearing in of new members for the upcoming school year will take place on April 22 at 4 p.m. in the Student Union ballroom for those in SGA, Honor and Conduct Boards.
