About Us
We strive to empower every student to have a voice in shaping the campus community through transparent leadership, meaningful advocacy and active engagement. By fostering collaboration, accountability and inclusive representation, SGA works to create opportunities that enhance the student experience and make a lasting impact for all Falcons.
Our Values
- Student-Centered: We put students first, ensuring their voices, needs and experiences guide our decisions.
- Integrity: We lead with honesty, accountability and ethical decision-making.
- Inclusivity: We foster a welcoming environment where every student feels valued, respected and represented.
- Advocacy: We champion the interests of students and work to create meaningful, positive change.
- Transparency: We communicate openly and make decisions that are clear, accessible and accountable.
- Collaboration: We build strong partnerships with students, organizations, faculty, staff and university leadership to achieve common goals.
- Respect: We value diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful, constructive dialogue.
- Service: We are committed to serving the campus community through leadership and action.
- Innovation: We embrace new ideas and creative solutions to improve the student experience.
- Engagement: We encourage participation, empower student leadership and create opportunities for every student to get involved.
Our Goals
- Advocate for Students: We will represent the voices, needs and interests of the student body by working collaboratively with university leadership to create positive change.
- Build an Engaged Campus: We will foster a connected campus community by supporting student organizations, encouraging civic participation and creating opportunities for students to get involved.
- Lead with Integrity: We will promote transparent, inclusive and accountable leadership by making thoughtful decisions, responsibly managing student resources and serving the campus with professionalism.
Meet Our Executive Board
The Executive Board serves as the leadership team of SGA, working to turn student ideas into action. These elected student leaders advocate for the student body, oversee the organization's daily operations, collaborate with university leadership and help guide initiatives that enhance campus life. By leading with transparency, accountability and a commitment to serving their peers, the Executive Board helps ensure that SGA remains responsive to the needs and priorities of all students.
Have an idea or concern? Your Executive Board is here to listen, advocate and make your voice heard!
Olivia Clark (She/Her)
89th Session President
- Classification: Junior
- Major: English Education
- Email: SGA.President@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Olivia
In fall of 2025, I joined SGA to prioritize and promote the voice of students for positive change on the campus we all call home. Since then, I have seen first hand the impact students have at UWRF. What makes SGA most important to me are its members who make our student-led, student-centered approach possible. As president, I strive to increase collaboration between students and administration, expand student resources and ensure your needs remain at the heart of student government priorities.
In my free time I love downhill skiing, spending time with friends, visiting family, reading and crocheting.
When to Contact Olivia
- -Executive Board operations
- Questions about Executive Board projects
- Campus Partnerships
- Campus-wide concerns or initiatives
- Meeting with SGA leadership
- University administration or executive leadership
- Student advocacy and representation
Zoey Haugen (She/Her)
89th Session Vice President
- Classification: Junior
- Major: Biology
- Email: SGA.VicePresident@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Zoey
Information coming soon!
When to Contact Zoey
- Senate Meetings
- Introducing legislation
- Senate committees and appointments
- Senate procedures and operations
- Guest speakers at Senate
- Senate Standing Rules
Maddie Nelson (She/Her)
89th Session Executive Director
- Classification: Senior
- Major: Political Science, Animal Science minor
- Email: SGA@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Maddie
I joined SGA because I believe students should have a voice in the decisions that shape their experience at UWRF. I’ve enjoyed having meaningful conversations with students, faculty, staff and administrators across campus.
In my free time, I love spending time outdoors, trying new recipes and staying active.
When to Contact Maddie
- Accessing meeting materials
- Interested in becoming a senator
- General questions about SGA
- Office hours
- Internal Senate operations
- Questions about Senate responsibilities
- Senate office management
Gavin Peterson (He/Him)
89th Session Academic and Student Affairs Director
- Classification: Sophomore
- Major: Political Science
- Email: sga.stdnt-acad-affairs@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Gavin
Information coming soon!
When to Contact Gavin
- Campus safety concerns
- Dining, housing and parking feedback
- Student wellness and well-being
- Accessibility or campus life concerns
- General non-academic student issues
- Academic concerns or grievances
Lauren Neff (She/Her)
89th Session Finance Director
- Classification: Senior
- Major: Management and Accounting
- Email: sga.finance@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Lauren
Information coming soon!
When to Contact Lauren
- Questions on Segregated Fees
- Registered Student Organization funding
Sierra Bakke (She/Her)
89th Session Legislative Affairs Director
- Classification: Senior
- Major: Agricultural Marketing Communications, minor in Agricultural Business
- Email: sga.legislativeaffairs@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon!
Learn More About Sierra
I joined SGA because I was encouraged by fellow students and quickly discovered how much I enjoy representing and advocating for my peers. Being involved in SGA has given me the opportunity to help create positive change and ensure student voices are heard.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, crafting and spending time with friends and family.
When to Contact Sierra
- Shared Governance relations
- Local, State, and National news in regard to higher education
- Student representation on campus committees
- UW System policy
- Lobbying Day
Aine Crimmins (She/Her)
89th Session Chief Justice
- Classification: Senior
- Major: Criminology
- Email: SGA.Judicial@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
Information coming soon
Learn More About Aine
I joined SGA to make connections across campus and to be able to advocate for others. In my free time, I like to play with my dog, go on walks in nature and do diamond paintings.
When to Contact Aine
- Parliamentary procedure
- Robert's Rules of Order
- Governing documents
- Election information
Hunter Vlcek (He/Him)
89th Session Public Relations Director
- Classification:
- Major:
- Email: sga.pr@uwrf.edu
Office Hours
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Learn More About Hunter
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When to Contact Hunter
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Jordan Cantele (He/Him)
SGA Adviser
- Office: Dean of Students, Rodli Hall Suite 235
- Title: Student Conduct Manager
- Email: Jordan.Cantele@uwrf.edu
Learn More About Jordan
Hi! I'm the SGA adviser.
But, I also serve primarily as the Student Conduct Manager for our campus. As Student Conduct Manager, I work with students through the accountability process while also recognizing that student conduct is often connected to the broader challenges students may be experiencing. My role is not simply about addressing policy violations—it is about helping students reflect, take responsibility, identify resources and move forward successfully.
In addition, I meet with students in a non-clinical, supportive practice to talk through challenges they may be facing both inside and outside of the classroom. Whether a student is navigating academic concerns, personal challenges, difficult circumstances or questions about how to move forward, I work to connect them with appropriate campus resources and help them identify a path toward success. At the heart of my role is the belief that accountability and support can go hand in hand, and that every interaction with a student is an opportunity to help them learn, grow and stay connected to their university community.
During my free time, I love spending time with my family at home or venturing out and exploring all the beautiful scenery Minnesota and Wisconsin have to offer. I love outdoor activities like hiking, checking out that garage sale across the street, trying a new restaurant or just going for a night time walk with my family.
When to Contact Jordan
Contact Jordan when you need to:
- Navigate university policies, procedures or governance processes.
- Report concerns involving organizational leadership or compliance.
- Seek assistance with elections, eligibility or procedural requirements.
- Obtain official records, meeting minutes or historical information.
- Request accommodations or accessibility support related to Student Senate.
- Address sensitive issues requiring confidentiality or institutional oversight.
Student Government Association
Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
St. Croix River Room (321)
University Center
