or veto Committee initiatives once approved by the SGA, except where required by law.

Section 8. Safety Committee

(a) Purpose:

The Safety Committee shall be responsible for identifying, addressing, and advocating for solutions to safety concerns affecting the student body. The Committee shall work collaboratively with campus safety, administration, and student organizations to promote a safe, secure, and supportive campus environment.

(b) Composition:

The Safety Committee shall be composed of nine (9) student volunteers from the general student body and one (1) appointed member of the SGA. The appointed SGA member shall be selected by the Executive SGA Board and shall serve as a

non-voting liaison, unless otherwise specified by SGA bylaws.

(c) Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Gather feedback from students regarding campus safety concerns and report findings to the Committee.
  • Organize safety awareness initiatives, trainings, campaigns, or educational events.
  • Communicate identified concerns and recommendations directly to the Executive SGA Board during Committee meetings.
  • Recommend safety-related policies, improvements, or initiatives to the Executive SGA Board for review and possible action.
  • Collaborate with campus safety and administrative offices in a consultative capacity only, ensuring such collaboration does not limit the Committee's authority to independently gather information, deliberate, or make recommendations.

(d) Executive Accountability Requirement:

The Executive SGA Board shall formally acknowledge all recommendations submitted by the Safety Committee within a reasonable timeframe and provide a written response indicating acceptance, modification, or rejection of each recommendation.

Section 9. Housing Committee

(a) Purpose

The Housing Committee shall be responsible for gathering, evaluating, and addressing student concerns related to residence life. The Committee shall work to improve housing conditions,