Aug. 30 marked the first student government meeting for the 2023-2024 school year. They opened with a student government fund of $71,528.74.
The first piece of business for the school year was from William LePore, who provided an update for the alumni festivities of homecoming weekend. Activities have been planned for each day, starting Sept. 29, with the welcoming table and flashback event. The event is to welcome the alumni back to campus. Other events planned for the weekend include giveaways, a tent during Saturday’s football game and a Saturday “fun day.”
The African Cultural Association sought reactivation as a club. The presentation was given by junior business major, Kobina Otoo. The Wilkes African Cultural Association was established in 2017, but had disbanded due to COVID. The club mission is to promote African culture in an enjoyable and entertaining manner.
They continued to explain what ideas and events they would present as a club with ideas such as African takeover day, bake sales and more ideas to promote the education of African culture to the public. This would be week one of two and will be back next week to receive an official vote
The third and final order of new business was a new club recognition. The Chess Club has been operating for a year now on its own but would like to be fully recognized as a student club. The club plans to use the money received for a new chess set and to help fundraising efforts.
They also explained community service ideas including teaching high school students the game, holding tournaments and participating in school events such as Big Event.
The last piece of business was internal and was an update to the constitution for members of SG. Updated items include new service hours, a change in academic requirements and a change in the chain of command in case of an absence.
SG will meet again on Sept. 13.