The Student Government Association officers attended a Student Government Institute at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Universities and community colleges from all across the country send their student government representatives to receive training at this particular institute.

The Student Government Officers attended educational sessions on topics ranging from productivity and growth to change management and competitive analysis. UTSA was well represented as all the officers assumed leadership roles in their groups and committees. After a few days of hard work all the attendees were able to take some time off and attend a Norfolk Tides minor league baseball game.

After the institute, SGA President Zack Dunn returned to Washington D.C. where he was interning for Congressman Joaquin Castro. Treasurer Ileana Gonzalez traveled to UC Davis for a competitive institute she was selected to attend. Executive Senator Conor Harvey will be interning with City Councilman Ron Nirenberg’s office and VP and Secretary Christian Kenney and Cole Whitmore will both be serving as Peer Mentors on campus with First Year Experience.

Submitted by —
John Montoya
Assistant Director,
Student Activities

Elizabeth Estrada, Operations Assistant II, University Center, recently received her American citizenship! Elizabeth is shown here enjoying the special day with her son, James.

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Norma Scalf
Administrative Associate II,
Student Life

We're very proud of our amazing Orientation Team who did a fabulous job introducing a record number of students to UTSA!

We would also like to recognize our recent award winners:

• Orientation Leader of the Year: Carl Willis
• Student Coordinator of the Year (Director’s Choice): Molly Ballard
• OL Supreme Team: Blue Team – Team Leader: Kaylon Rochon

Submitted by —
Jessica Avalos-Alvarez
Assistant Director,
Family Programs