UT Martin recently held elections for all cabinet positions within the Student Government Association (SGA) for the 2025-2026 school year.
SGA represents the student body and voices the opinions of students across all UT Martin campuses and online programs. They also work alongside the chancellor’s office to provide all students with a better college experience in all areas.
Collaborations with Freshman council, Student alumni council and more organizations help SGA reach every student in uniquely different ways.
Senate meetings are held every other Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in the University Center Legislative Chamber. Meeting notes are available online at SGA One Spacepage.
Below are your official SGA officers:
Hey everyone! My name is Bailey Parker, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Finance. I am deeply honored to serve as your SGA President for the upcoming year. This role is more than just a title—it’s a commitment to each and every one of you. I’m driven to create a campus where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every student feels empowered to thrive.
Together, we’ll tackle challenges, strengthen communication, and build a transparent, inclusive environment that truly represents us all. I believe in the incredible potential of our student body, and I am ready to work tirelessly to make UT Martin the best it can be.
Hello! My name is Ella Self and I am a junior Graphic Design major. I will be the Vice President of the Student Government Association for the 2025-2026 school year. My plan for the role of Vice President is to help guide our incoming Freshman Council members during their time in SGA and through their first year in college. I hope to advise and prepare them to become involved community members at UT Martin who are confident in their abilities to listen to student issues and concerns with the goal of bettering our campus and community.
Hello! My name is Chayil Watkins, and I am a junior majoring in Agricultural Business. I am truly honored to serve the University of Tennessee at Martin as the SGA Secretary General. In this role, my primary goal is to ensure that accurate and detailed records are maintained for all SGA meetings and activities. By doing so, I hope to enhance transparency and help our campus community stay informed about the initiatives and efforts of the Student Government Association. I also look forward to working alongside my fellow Executive Council members as we strive to make UTM an even better place for all students.
Hey y’all! My name is Emma Allen! I’m a sophomore majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology! My goal with the Press Secretary is to keep all students up to date and informed on what’s going on in our school! I want to keep them engaged with matters on our campus and to give a voice to the voiceless! I am so excited for all the upcoming opportunities that SGA will bring!
Members mentioned above can be contacted via their respective emails available on the Student Government Association section of utm.edu, along with their advisor, John Abel, reachable at Jabel@utm.edu, or in his office, UC 245.
