Student Government
Student Government Association (SGA)
Your Voice. Your Leadership. Your Florida Poly.
The Student Government Association (SGA) at Florida Polytechnic University is the official voice of the student body. Established in 2014, SGA serves as a bridge between students and university leadership, ensuring your concerns are heard, your ideas are valued, and your experience as a Florida Poly student is the best it can be.
Whether it’s advocating for student rights, organizing campus-wide events, or allocating funding to student organizations, SGA plays a central role in shaping campus life.
Mission
As the elected representatives of the student body, SGA is committed to:
- Advocating for students’ rights and interests to university leadership, the local community, and government.
- Providing a forum for student expression, input, and involvement.
- Promoting academic freedom, responsibility, and excellence.
- Supporting students through services, funding, and engagement opportunities.
- Fostering civic responsibility and ethical leadership within and beyond campus.
Get Involved
Spring Elections: Held the last Tuesday and Wednesday in March
Fall Elections: Held during Week 6 of the fall semester (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Interested in running for office or joining a committee?
Email sga-president@floridapoly.edu to learn more.
Location
The NEST
4700 Research Way
Lakeland FL, 33805
SGA Branches
SGA operates through three distinct branches—Executive, Legislative, and Judicial—modeled after the structure of the U.S. government to ensure balance, accountability, and efficiency.
Executive Branch
Led by the Student Body President, the Executive Branch includes the Vice President, Treasurer, Chief of Staff, and the Executive Cabinet. These student leaders serve as the main liaison between the student body and university administration.
Legislative Branch
The Senate represents students by class year, academic program, and residency (on- or off-campus). Senators propose and vote on legislation, allocate funding, and support student initiatives through their work in committees.
Judicial Branch
The Supreme Court, made up of a Chief Justice and six Associate Justices, oversees all judicial matters within SGA, including election oversight and hearings involving constitutional violations.
Contact – sga-judicial@floridapoly.edu.
SGA Committees
SGA’s Legislative Branch includes several active committees that help bring your ideas to life and ensure transparency, funding access, and effective communication.
Advocacy & Communications Committee (ACC)
The voice of the students—ACC focuses on listening to student feedback and ensuring it’s heard by the SGA and administration.
Contact – SGA-ACC@floridapoly.edu
Audit & Budget Committee (ABC)
The financial gatekeepers—ABC helps Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) secure funding by reviewing and refining budget proposals before they reach the Senate.
Contact – SGA-ABC@floridapoly.edu
Information & Communication Committee (ICC)
Focused on internal transparency, the ICC keeps SGA members and the student body informed throughout the academic year.
Contact – ICC@floridapoly.edu
Legislative Executive Committee (LEC)
Composed of Senate leadership, the LEC ensures accountability and integrity across SGA’s legislative activities and oversees investigations when necessary.
Contact – SGA-ACC@floridapoly.edu.
Policy & Ethics Committee (PEC)
PEC reviews and revises statutory documents and ensures all SGA practices are legal, fair, and effective.
Contact – SGA-PEC@floridapoly.edu.
Interested in a committee? Contact individual committees or email sga-chiefofstaff@floridapoly.edu.
SGA Constitution & Statutes
The SGA Constitution—enacted in 2015—is the foundational document that outlines the mission, authority, and responsibilities of your student government. Supporting statutes further define procedures and roles across all branches.
Get Involved
Spring Elections: Held the last Tuesday and Wednesday in March
Fall Elections: Held during Week 6 of the fall semester (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Interested in running for office or joining a committee? Email sga-president@floridapoly.edu to learn more.
Upcoming SGA Events
Stay engaged with events that bring the Florida Poly community together—from town halls to student celebrations.
