Meet Concordia University Ann Arbor’s Student Government Association leaders!
SGA stands for Student Government Association. They are an elected group of students that represent the student body, acting as a liaison between students and the administration, faculty, and staff. They work to address concerns and improve our campus to make it a welcoming place for everyone.
It’s time to meet your 2024-25 SGA leaders!
David Smalls
Major: Justice & Public Policy
Minor: Individualized Double Minor in Paralegal Studies and Political Science & Public Service
Position: “I am the Student Government Association President. As SGA President, I serve as the Chief Representative of the student body and the liaison of SGA to CUAA’s faculty, staff and administration. A large part of my role is to be an advocate for the needs of students and the betterment of campus as a whole.”
What are you most looking forward to this year: “I’m looking forward to making this a memorable year for the student body; a year that they will look back at and always remember!”
Fun fact: “I’ve worked on Wall Street in New York City for an internship.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “I like to binge shows and watch movies, preferably comedies.”
Advice for students: “Carve out at least 1 hour in your daily schedule to focus on yourself and your mental health. Coming into college can be a huge transition, and it’s easy to get lost in your academics and extracurricular activities. Use this time to pray, journal, connect with family/friends, or do something that you enjoy!”
Nya Martinez
Major: Secondary Education – Social Studies
Position:
Vice President: support our senators and committees within student government and helping the president with various projects and tasks
Director of Public Relations & Engagement: focused on running and managing our social media pages
What are you most looking forward to this year: “I am most looking forward to making this year a memorable one!”
Fun fact: “I enjoy calligraphy! I have special pens to create various brushstrokes.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “I love reading. My favorite genre would have to be Romance or fantasy.”
Advice for students: “Remember that God has placed you where you are for a purpose and reason. Even when times get stressful and tough, God is with you and you are here for a greater purpose.”
Eunique Robinson
Major: Justice & Public Policy
Position: “I am the Chief Organization Officer. I’m in charge of overseeing all of the student organizations and clubs and assisting them with their needs.”
What are you most looking forward to this year: “I’m looking forward to the events SGA has planned for this year!”
Fun fact: “I was a wrestler.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “In my free time I love to sleep.”
Advice for students: “My advice for students is to stay organized and to go to office hours.”
Connor Rogus
Major: Finance
Position: “I am the Treasurer of SGA where I mainly focus on the budget for the year. I create a budget based off the different events, clubs, or projects going on around campus to give students the best on campus experience as possible.”
What are you most looking forward to this year: “This year I am most looking forward to the connections to build with my fellow peers. Just having the opportunity to be involved and meeting all the new people.”
Fun fact: “I have bowled twelve 300 games.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “In my free time I like to spend time with friends and family, play golf, and go fishing.”
Advice for students: “My advice for students is to not be afraid to ask questions. Everyone at Concordia is more than willing to help so do not be afraid to reach out if you cannot figure something out.”
Makena Burke
Major: Marketing
Position: “For SGA, I am the Chief Communications Officer which means that I work closely with the President on administrative tasks and paperwork, draft correspondence and statements, and communicate with internal campus bodies on behalf of SGA. I collaborate with the VP to manage posts and other communications, create and maintain a roster of all SGA members and committee memberships, and maintain an SGA calendar with important dates and deadlines. Additionally, I prepare PowerPoint presentations for SGA meetings, take notes and attendance at meetings, record and maintain meeting minutes, and suggest ways to improve communication both within and outside of SGA.”
What are you most looking forward to this year: “I am most looking forward to the legacy we are all looking to leave behind on this campus. We have so many fun things in the works for the students this year no matter what department it is coming from and being able to share all these special memories and moments with my friends, teammates, and colleagues is something that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”
Fun fact: “I am a huge baseball fan.”
What do you like to do in your free time: “I love to watch baseball, specifically the Tigers, whether it is at home or at Comerica Park!”
Advice for students: “This year I encourage you to take every opportunity to get involved in as much as you can. Join clubs, attend events, and don’t be afraid to try something new—even if it’s outside your comfort zone. Getting involved helps you meet new people, discover what you are passionate about, and build skills that go beyond your classes. It also makes your college experience more fulfilling and fun! The more you are involved on campus here, the more you’ll learn about yourself!”
Want in?
When you get involved at Concordia, you open yourself up to all kinds of possibilities: connections with fellow Concordians who share your same interests, opportunities to practice and apply what you’ve learned in the classroom, and the chance to serve others in ways that match the unique skill sets you’ve been given. And you can do all of this while having fun and making long-lasting memories!