SGA addresses students

As I continued with school, I moved up in rank at my place of employment. November 2009, that same job let me go. What I thought was a disadvantage turned out to be an advantage for me; I enrolled in ACC full time. Being on campus more, I became more involved with Student Life, started a club, met new friends, and began feeling like a part of the ACC family. May 2009, I completed another cerificate program. I was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa and Who's Who Amongst American Junior Colleges. Past college experiences were nothing like what I was experiencing at ACC.

I learned about Student Government by attending a training led by past President Brad Burnet. I began attending meetings and ran for and was elected as your Distant Learning Senator, 2009-2010. I also became Chair of the Maslow Committee. A committee within SGA that provided workshops and leadership training for the students of ACC. With in the same term, the Director of Communication resigned; I ran for the positon and was voted in by the body. May 2010, I completed the coursework for an A.A.S in Child Development and began a certificate program in Small Business Management.

The election period for the next administration was beginning. I campaigned for and was elected your Vice President, 2010-2011. October 2010, the President resigned and I became President for the remainder of this term.

Austin Community College offered far more that just an education. I have gained valuable hands on leadership experience, relationships, as well credentials needed to regain employment and excel in my career. So now, it's your turn! The opportunities are there, the possibilities are endless. Four semesters ago, I was just a student! Today, I am so much more. I encourage you to get involved. What are you waiting for? For more information or to pick up an election package, email us: sga@austincc.edu or stop into a Student Life office.

Best Wishes,

Sophia Downing