By Nicole Hilerio | Observer Contributor
Always greeting everyone with a smile and sharing a word of encouragement, Carly Gagne, a Health Major at Mount Wachusett Community College, is a delightful member of the Student Government Association (SGA).
When originally approached with the idea of becoming a part of the SGA, she was slightly uneasy about taking on unknowing tasks. Now, in her third semester as a member, she has gotten the hang of it, seeing it as a part of her college experience.
As an active member, she became more aware of what is going on around campus; she knows the annual events and so she is able to schedule around them and make time to help organize the events. Knowing ahead of time what is going on makes the time easier; a few things are mandatory but mostly its volunteer work that is encouraged and enforced by the members.
Usual meetings include the review of the meetings minutes, votes on what changes need to be made to better improve student life at the Mount, and discussions on the budgets for other clubs and organizations on campus.
“Get involved” is her advice. “Don’t just sit there. Go out and do something. Share in the experience; be active in the making of a difference or you’re not going to make one.”
The best part of being in the SGA, according to Gagne, is that “we help a lot of people, you get to bond with the other members during charity events, it’s like a family. We learn each other’s strengths and weaknesses so we’re able to work as a team. We support each other and it is lots of fun.”
Joining the SGA is a quick process of filling out a form, getting 28 signatures from students that think you would be a good addition to the SGA, and being proactive in encouraging other students to take part in the election. During the voting process, candidate’s pictures are put online along with a bio they can write about themselves so students can learn more about them.
“Being in the SGA looks great on resumes, you can actually see the changes in the school, you’re included and have a say in what’s going on in the student community,” said Gagne.
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