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Student Leadership & Clubs

Lead in SGA

The Student Government Association is an incredible opportunity to gain leadership experience and skills, develop new friendships, and make an impact on campus.

Whether you run for Student Body President or one of the many supporting officer positions, you have a chance to build culture and make Southern Virginia University a true home for all Knights.

2023-24 SGA Executive Council

Benjamin Whitted
Student

Benjamin Whitted

Student Body President

Kai Barton
Student

Kai Barton

VP of Student Services

Emmaline Merrill
Student

Emmaline Merrill

VP of Campus Relations

Sophia Hirst
Student

Sophia Hirst

SGA Executive Secretary

2023-24 SGA Officers

Henry Pullan
Student

Henry Pullan

Wellness Senator

Emma Knight
Student

Emma Knight

Senior Class President

Mary Baxter
Student

Mary Baxter

Junior Class President

Dawson Ball
Student

Dawson Ball

Sophomore Class President

Mia Shirts
Student

Mia Shirts

Communications Senator

Ben Fly
Student

Ben Fly

Service Senator

Sam Petty
Student

Sam Petty

Academics Senator

Henry Pullan
Student

Henry Pullan

Wellness Senator

Emma Knight
Student

Emma Knight

Senior Class President

Mary Baxter
Student

Mary Baxter

Junior Class President

Dawson Ball
Student

Dawson Ball

Sophomore Class President

Mia Shirts
Student

Mia Shirts

Communications Senator

Ben Fly
Student

Ben Fly

Service Senator

Sam Petty
Student

Sam Petty

Academics Senator

Join a Club

Clubs at Southern Virginia University are a great way to socialize and expand your horizons. Find friends with shared interests, build your resume, or learn something new!

Current clubs on campus include:

  • American Medical Women’s Club
  • Business Club
  • Crafting Club
  • Chess Club
  • 3-D Printing Club
  • Latin Club
  • Poetry Club
  • Swing Dance Club