Senate constantly asks students “What’s your issue?” Every decision SGA
makes is based on students’ needs and input. With 23 senators, SGA persistently
works to solve your concerns. It meets with school officials, researches
possible solutions, and creates and passes legislation.
To
ensure that the entire student body is heard, every Senator represents a
specific constituency: There are 12 school senators, 4 class senators, 3
student organization senators, and 4 at-large senators. See a visual
outline of the structure.
Each
senator sits on at least one of the four standing committees: the Allocations
Committee, the Academic Affairs Committee, the Campus Inclusion Committee, and
the Student Life Committee.
If
you have any questions, concerns, or issues to bring up to Senate please
contact the speaker of Senate, Myke Thompson at thomp195@mail.chapman.edu.
If
you’re interested in learning more, feel free to come to a meeting! Senate
meets every Friday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Argyrous Forum Second Floor Boardroom. Or, look at the attendance record if you have questions about your representation.
Myke Thompson
Speaker of Senate
At-Large Representative
Class of 2013
thomp195@mail.chapman.edu
Thompson is a Screenwriting major from Bakersfield, California.
He is an active member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, Student and Campus Life and Black Student Union. Thompson also volunteers his time with University Program Board events and service opportunities around campus. He is SafeSpace trained.
"Chapman has given me the opportunity to discover what my true strengths are and use them to help myself become a better leader."
Natalya Subbotina
CES Representative
Academic Affairs Committee Member
Class of 2014
subbo100@mail.chapman.edu
Subbotina is a Political Science and Integrated Educational Studies Double major with a Leadership minor from Pasadena, California.
She is an Orientation Assistant and a Chapman Ambassadors. Subbotina works part-time for Office of Admission as a Tour Guide, is a member of Greek Life, and is involved with the Panhellenic Council.
"I joined SGA because I believe in the power of student voice."
Devon Hillard
Allocations Committee Chair
Dodge Representative
Class of 2015
hilla101@mail.chapman.edu
Hillard is a Public Relations and Advertising major with Leadership Studies and Political Science minors, and part of the University Honors Program from San Diego, California.
She is also a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, Chapman ImPRessions and the Student Philanthropy Initiative.
"I became involved in SGA because many of the people I looked up to at Chapman were involved in SGA. They spoke so highly of their experiences that I knew it would be an amazing opportunity to grow as a person and serve the Chapman community."
Vaughn Ryan
Freshman Class Representative
Student Life Committee Chair
Class of 2016
ryan148@mail.chapman.edu
Ryan is a Public Relations and Advertising major with a minor in Journalism from Westminster, Colorado.
He's involved in PRSSA, Ad club, and hold a work study job on campus.
"I love Chapman because of the enthusiasm in my major, the creativity that's embodied here, and I can't complain about the beautiful campus."
Kyle Chattleton
Campus Inclusion Committee Chair
COPA Representative
Class of 2013
chatt101@mail.chapman.edu
Chattleton is a Music and Composition double major from Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
He is employed on campus as a Resident Advisor and assistant to the Theory and Composition Faculty in the Conservatory of Music. Chattleton is also a member of Mortar Board, National Society of Leadership and Success, and Chapman on Broadway.
"I became involved with SGA because I'm constantly searching for ways to be involved on campus. SGA seemed like a perfect venue to serve the school."
Connor Bogenreif
COPA Representative
bogen102@mail.chapman.edu
Connor is a Cello Performance major and member of the University Honors Program from Yorba Linda, California.
He works as a student tutor and is also a member of Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, the National Society for Leadership and Success, and the Pride of Chapman Pep Band.
"I loved Chapman from the first time I set foot on campus, and I was eager to find ways to give back to the Chapman campus and community."
John Demshki
At-Large Representative
Class of 2016
demsh101@mail.chapman.edu
Demshki is an Accounting and Business Administration double major from Riverside, California.
He is a member of Delta Tau Delta, and the Chapman University Investment Group.
"I joined SGA because I truly love Chapman. I love the area, the culture, and the people. I wanted to give back to this community that I love so much and try to help make the student experience as much fun as I am having at Chapman."
Anthony Jacobsmeyer
Student Org. Representative
Allocations Committee Member
Class of 2013
jacob156@mail.chapman.edu
Jacobsmeyer is a Psychology major with a minor in Biology, and part of the University Honors Program, from Overton, Nevada.
In addition to working part time at the Office of Admissions, Jacobsmeyer is a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Chapman Ambassadors, Global Medical Brigades, and Psi Chi.
Sally Horna
Senior Class Representative
Campus Inclusion Committee
Class of 2013
horna101@mail.chapman.edu
Horna was raised in San Jose, California, but has a proud Peruvian heritage. She is a member of Gamma Phi Beta, Senior Class Legacy, and Chapman Ambassadors, and works at the Office of Admission.
Lord Ryan Lizardo
CES Representative
Campus Inclusion Committee Member
Class of 2014
lizar105@mail.chapman.edu
Lizardo is an Integrated Education Studies and Sociology double major from Ewa Beach, Hawaii.
He works part time on campus as a Resident Advisor and a student assistant for the Sociology Department. He is involved in Delta Tau Delta Fraternity and the One-for-One Club.
Tansu Philip
Wilkinson Representative
Class of 2016
phili107@mail.chapman.edu
Philip is a Political Science Major, with a double minor in Broadcast Journalism and University Honors from Redlands, California.
She is a member of Gamma Phi Beta, Track and Field, Chapman Radio, Department of Student and Campus Life, and the editor of Sapere Aude.
"I love Chapman's ability to give each and every student a completely unique college experience. Whatever you want to accomplish here, you can achieve with a great amount of support and opportunities thanks to encouraging professors and peers. That's why I love Chapman and I'm glad to be on SGA so I can further improve our school and keep it going strong!"
Demi Pizano
Schmid Representative
Student Life Committee Member
Class of 2013
pizan100@mail.chapman.edu
Pizano is a Psychology major and Art minor from Corona, California.
She is a Resident Advisor and a member of Psi Chi and Delta Delta Delta Sorority.
Chad Rabago
Dodge Representative
Class of 2015
rabag100@mail.chapman.edu
Rabago is a Public Relations and Advertising major with a minor in Integrated Educational Studies from Brea, California.
He works part time as a Civic Engagement Program Assistant in the Department of Student and Campus Life and is a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity and Chapman on Broadway.
Zach Rice
Sophomore Class Representative
Allocations Committee Member
Class of 2015
rice127@mail.chapman.edu
Rice is a Television and Broadcast Journalism major from Danville, California.
He works part time at Atari, and is involved at Chapman through Quiz Bowl, Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, Pantervision and DadPaulComedy.
Taryn Smith
Duchess of Wilkinson
Academic Affairs Committee Member
Class of 2013
smith328@mail.chapman.edu
Smith is a History major with a minor in Political Science from Anaheim Hills, California.
She is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Fraternity and Phi Alpha Theta.
"My favorite place on campus is the Attallah piazza; not only is it the center and the heart of campus, but it also reminds me of two of the greatest opportunities Chapman has provided me with - being able to dance all through college (yes even outside in the piazza) and traveling abroad to Italy for an Interterm class where I got to spend a lot of time in real piazzas."
Samantha Summers
Student Org. Representative
Allocations Committee Member
Class of 2015
summe112@mail.chapman.edu
Summers is a Political Science major with a minor in Peace Studies from Valencia, California.
She works part time on campus as a Student Organization Assistant for Student and Campus Life. Summers is also a member of the Residence Hall Association and Invisible Children.
"My favorite place on campus is Argyros Forum 303. It has become a second home to me."
Brandon Tracey
Student Org. Representative
Class of 2014
trace101@mail.chapman.edu
Tracey is a Business Administration and Communication Studies double major and part of the University Honors Program from Anthem, Arizona.
Tracey is a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Gamma Beta Phi and Chapman Entrepreneurs Club.
Ashley Widjaja
Junior Representative
Class of 2014
widja102@mail.chapman.edu
Widjaja is a Business Administration major with emphasis on Management from South East Asia. She has called Southern California home for six and a half years.
She is involved in Japan club and a member of the Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity.
"I joined Senate because I was involved with Student Government in my previous community college and I truly enjoyed the experience. I also wanted to do something that will benefit my school."
