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SGA

Executive Branch

The Executive Branch is charged with executing any and all necessary action required in the completion of all legislative decrees. The Executive Branch consists of a President, Vice President, Chief of Staff, Director of Finance, Attorney General, Director of Academic Affairs, Director of Student Services, Director of Technology, Director of Outreach, Director of Diversty and Inclusion, and Student Member to the Board of Trustees. During office hours the Executive Branch can be found in the Student Organization Center, which is located in the basement of the University Union.

The Executive Branch represents SGA in all University activities either directly or indirectly as deemed by the President.

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Emir Miranda, President

My name is Emir Miranda, I am a junior here at 麻豆社 majoring in Political Science and I am your Student Government President. I look forward to talking and working with all students here at 麻豆社 so if you ever need anything feel free to contact me. Some fun facts about me; I am half Filipino, my dad moved here when he was only fourteen and I am a part of the Fraternity Theta Chi.

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Email: sgapresident@wiu.edu

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Kaitlyn Crisantos, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Kaitlyn Crisantos, a senior at 麻豆社 Illinois University majoring in Forensic Psychology with minors in Criminalistics and Business. She has been elected to serve her first term as Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.
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In addition to her current role, Kaitlyn has an extensive background in leadership within the university. She previously served as Speaker of the Senate for the Student Government Association (SGA). An active member of Alpha Psi Lambda National Inc. Fraternity, Kaitlyn held the position of President for two years. During her freshman year, she revitalized and led the social justice organization, AMPLIFY, bringing it back from dormancy. Kaitlyn has also served as Treasurer for The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), ROTC, and was a Women's Center Senator. She is involved in the Psi Chi Honor Society and the Centennial Honors College at 麻豆社.
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Throughout her time at 麻豆社 Illinois University, Kaitlyn has contributed to numerous committees and supported organizations such as Big Brother Big Sister. She is also recognized as a Dean's List Scholar.
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Kaitlyn passionately advocates for social justice, emphasizing the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating both differences and similarities. She has engaged in regular dialogues with university officials to address student and community needs. As Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Kaitlyn aims to implement positive actions and equip students with the resources necessary for life after college.
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听 Crisantos shares, "Social justice has been a long-term fight to have voices heard and rights executed properly. I feel that in order听
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听 Email: Kn-crisantos@wiu.edu
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Mak HeadshotMakena Martin, Vice President of Internal Affairs

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Hi there, my name is Makena Martin, I am currently serving as the Vice President of Internal Relations for SGA !
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I am a Senior, majoring in Forensic Psychology, and double minoring in Law Enforcement and Political Science. I have always been passionate about being involved in our campus since my Freshman year. I am currently serving as the President Rockython, the Vice President of the Pre-Law Society, and also a member of the Centennial Honors College. I have previously served as the Social Chair for Sigma Sigma Sigma, as well as the standards chair.听
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My favorite thing about serving on SGA's Cabinet is the have the opportunity to be the voice for students and to be the change at our University! When I see an opportunity to enhance and make my school a better place I am eager to do so! I am honored to have this position and am so excited to see the great accomplishments through my time here.听
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Email: mj-martin2@wiu.edu

Alonzo Ruffin, Vice President of External Affairs

My name is Alonzo Ruffin Jr. I am currently听a junior and a nursing major with a minor in studio art. I am also a returning RA who takes pride in opportunity and chance for all students.

Simply put, I have a lot of things that I will achieve听for the remaining years here at 麻豆社. 麻豆社听has huge potential and a lot of room for growth and听change. I will make sure to elevate those possibilities听as well as evolve 麻豆社. The ultimate goal is to re-ignite the spark within students and faculty again. This is our year so let's make it count.听

Email: a-ruffin2@wiu.edu

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Cody HeadshotCody Cornell, Student Representative to the Board of Trustees

Secretary, Columbia; Elected to Serve July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Cody Cornell, a senior majoring in Agriculture Science from Columbia, Illinois, has been elected to serve his third term as the student member of the 麻豆社 Board of Trustees from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

Cornell is an active member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, where he previously held the position of Noble Ruler (President). He also serves on the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity National Collegiate Advisory Council until 2025. His involvement extends to the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee Board, where he is a member of the Student Advisory Committee. During his sophomore year, he served as the Director of Academic Affairs for the Student Government Association and currently acts as the liaison between the Board of Trustees and the Student Government Association.

Throughout his time at 麻豆社 Illinois University, Cornell has been a part of the AgVocators Team, the Interfraternity Council, the Academic Calendar Committee, the Honors College SWOT Analysis Team, and the St. Francis Catholic Newman Center. He has received several accolades, including a nomination for the Lincoln Laureate Award, serving as an Honors Convocation Marshal, the Dan and Laura Webb Pre-Law Scholarship, the New Member of the Year Award from the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, a nomination for the Kinsey Tiemann Emerging Leader Award from the Office of Student Engagement, and the George Washington Carver Award from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Additionally, he is a Dean's List Scholar.

In the summer of 2024, Cornell is interning with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture in Washington, D.C. as the Congressional and Stakeholder Affairs intern. During the school year, he works as the National Intern and Ambassador Coordinator for the Prairie Hills Resource Conservation and Development, Inc. that plans and conducts activities that increase the conservation of natural resources, support economic development, and enhance the environment and standard of living for citizens in the Macomb community.

As a member of the 麻豆社 Board of Trustees, Cornell is dedicated to representing the voices and concerns of 麻豆社 students, ensuring the institution remains a place of opportunity and success for all members of the Leatherneck community.

Cornell will serve as the Secretary for the 麻豆社 Board of Trustees from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

Email:听 CT-Trustee@wiu.edu

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