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UF Student Government has new parties: Vision and Pizza

It’s officially campaign season, which means UF student government parties begin advertising their party platforms and offer students to slate with them.

UF Supreme Court passes Gator Party’s Fall 2023 Apportionment map

The UF Supreme Court ruled 4-1 in favor of a districting map that consists of 37 at-large seats with some dorm seats being altered — making the Fall 2023 election a winner takes all.

UF students create app to connect Student Government with student body

Some students stay up to date with UF Student Government through various social platforms, like Instagram and Yik Yak, and word of mouth. However, students may feel as though the issues they are passionate about don’t get adequate attention.  

Don Toliver lights up the stage at first day of school concert

The Stephen O’Connell Center was full of bright lights and smoke throughout the night, with students cheering and enjoying the first event of the Fall as they returned to their classes. 

What to expect from Student Government this Fall

The Summer Student Government term brought forth the greatest number of cases a Senate President has had filed against them within the last two decades—a new budget and a world of possibilities for how the Fall election cycle might play out. 

UF Student Government Senate President exonerated for second time

The Student Government Rules and Ethics Committee met June 17 for nearly four hours to consider the expulsion of Senate President Oscar Santiago Perez (Change-District D) after Minority Party Leader Bronson Allemand (Gator-District A) said he would file a case during the announcements section of the June 13 Senate meeting.

Taking a stand: Student Senate legislation condemns DeSantis’ bills

Some UF Student Government members have made it a point to submit legislation in solidarity with students who may be affected by the new Florida laws.

Senate holds second Big Five budget reading, plans to reconsider Senator removal

Members from the Gator Party and the Change Party addressed the July 18 Big Five budget reading and the recent Rules and Ethics Committee removal of a Student Government Senator at the July 25 SG Senate meeting. 

‘Abuse of power’: debates spark over Change Party budget amendment

After the Big Five budget had its first of two readings at the July 18 UF Student Government Senate meeting, an amendment reallocating funds from SG agencies passed despite a majority of Senate disapproval. It will undergo its second reading July 25.

Student body president clears the record on nominee investigation

The July 18 Senate meeting brought forth concerns about the recent Southeastern Exchange Conference, which took place at the University of Mississippi from July 13 to July 16. 

Communist Party leader files UF Supreme Court cases against Senate president

Former Progressive and Communist Parties’ leader Alfredo Ortiz filed two cases against Senate President Oscar Santiago Perez (Change-District D) after eligibility debate sparked at the July 11 Senate meeting.

Senate meeting stalled, Communist Party to return in Fall

The first Student Government Senate meeting of the Summer B term brought forth commotion, filibustering, and several approved executive nominations. 

Summer B kicks off SG hearings for funding

The Budget and Appropriations Committee of the Senate holds hearings for each of the Big Five entities in the Summer to ensure funding continues to be spent in the best interest of the students. 

Politics and involvement: Understanding UF Student Government

With drama rivaling that of U.S. elected officials and a budget bigger than some small cities, UF Student Government can be exciting and intimidating for new students. 

Summer A Student Government Senate meetings come to a close

Two senators gave their goodbye speeches at the June 20 UF Student Government Senate meeting while other senators reflected on the Summer A term.  

Senate president exonerated of all filed charges

The UF Student Government Rules and Ethics Committee met June 17 for nearly four hours to consider the expulsion of Student Senate President Oscar Santiago Perez (Change-District D). 

Student body president presents executive order, case filed against senate president

UF Student Body President Olivia Green issued an executive order recognizing Pride Month and supporting LGBTQ students at a June 13 Senate meeting.

Student Government celebrates Pride Month, demonstrates allyship

The battle for LGBTQ representation and allyship in Student Government is implemented through legislation or activism. Many SG elected officials are prioritizing the fight for these issues. 

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