Special to the Flash
Brian Wilks, known for his motto, “For the People,” is using his “street team” to get the word out about what he calls student body meetings like the one scheduled for today (Thursday) at 5 p.m. in the Student Center. The meeting is opened to all students.
As president of the Jackson State University Student Government Association, Wilks shared the agenda for the meeting, which will include presentations from Dr. James Cox with the Office of Community Affairs and Events and Michael Thomas, vice president for Business and Finance. Both Cox and Thomas will address issues important to the student body, Wilks said
Cox will explain the university’s new policy for charging student organizations up to 30 percent cost for the use of campus facilities. Thomas will discuss issues with registration, financial aid, refund checks and financial services.
Wilks said he invited the two administrators because students have questions and concerns. “I understand that there are bills to be paid in regards to facilities, and outside vendors that use Jackson State facilities should be charged, but I disagree with charging student groups and organizations that are engaged in fundraising for scholarships and good causes,” said Wilks.
Also on the October agenda is: SGA book stipends and president’s scholarship; J-Tran Bus Service; SGA budget; Homecoming and other events; and voter registration deadline.
Wilks said an estimated 390 students attended last month’s SGA meeting, due in large part to the efforts of the “street team” of volunteers who assist student leaders with reaching out to other students via various social media such as twitter, facebook and instagrams.
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