Student Government Association
About SGA
The Student Government Association has four branches: Student Senate, Campus Activities Board, Judicial Board and the Residential College Association. Through these components of the Student Government Association, we can make Murray State University a great experience during our time here.
Governing Documents
Judicial Board Operating Principles
Residential College Association Operating Principles
History of SGA
“The Student Organization was first organized in 1936, and on May 11 of that year, the first Constitution for the Organization was written and ratified. The purpose of the Student Organization was to promote character and initiative through the responsibilities of effective organization and a featured purpose of the Organization was to expand and promote interest in student affairs, to provide the means for the clear expression of student opinion and its presentation to the administration when advisable, to unify and systematize campus activities, to increase and clearly define student responsibilities, and to foster in every manner possible student character and initiative.
Dr. Forrest Pogue, a former student and then a professor at Murray State and a distinguished historian, was helpful in writing or formulating the original Constitution.
Because of the outstanding efforts of students and faculty advisors, the 1937 Shield was dedicated to the Student Organization. In later years, the students changed the name to the Student Government. In 1968, the Constitution was rewritten and continues to serve as it has through the years as the effective voice of the students working in harmony with the administration and acting as coordinator of student- campus activities.
In the 60’s, the Student Class Assembly consisting of the individual class officers, was made a facet of the Student Organization or the Student Government.
The Student Council is composed of the class representatives in addition to the President, the Vice President, the Secretary and the Treasurer.
Also, in 1966, a Judicial Board was formulated and approved by the Board of Regents and by the student body.”
Woods, R. H. (1973). Murray State University: Fifty Years of Progress. Retrieved from University Libraries
Announcements
Interested in getting involved in SGA? Apply for a Senate Chair, Judicial Board, CAB, and vacant Senate positions today! Applications available by visiting Applications!
Letter from the SGA President
Hello Racers,
My name is Cesar Villeda, and I have the privilege of serving as your Student Government Association President and Student Regent for the 2026-2027 school year.
When I arrived on Murray State’s campus, I knew I wanted to be involved in SGA, but I did not have SGA Presidency in mind. I went to every SGA meeting because I was curious and wanted to learn more about how student government worked at Murray State. Over three years, I gradually became more involved on campus while remaining active in SGA. I served as a Senator for two years before being appointed as Elections, Ways and Means Director, until I decided to run for President.
One of my favorite aspects of SGA is campaigning. If you know me, you know that I am a pretty quiet person, but SGA has pushed me to be more outgoing and meet new people. The students that I meet every day are the ones I was elected to be a voice for and serve. If you enjoy helping others, then SGA would likely benefit from you, but you don’t have to be in SGA to help your fellow Racers.
Whether you join a student organization or stay active in your academic college, there are many ways for you to serve others. Just because you aren’t in “student government” does not mean you can’t represent students. It takes everyone to make Murray State a great institution. Others notice little things, so someone may encourage you to run for SGA President, just like it happened to me.
I am always on campus, so if you see me, stop me and say hello or let me know how I can help you.
Shoes Up!
Cesar Villeda
2026-2027 SGA President and Student Regent