“Florida A&M
University has heavily contributed to my growth and development, therefore, I
wanted to give back to an institution that has given so much to me,” said
Siders, who serves as the 2013-2014 SGA president. “The opportunity to interact
and serve students is better than any position of achievement.”
Siders, along with
SGA Vice President Evan Bailey, say they look forward to the upcoming school
year and the opportunities to work with the student body.
Bailey, a third-year
business administration student from Lee’s Summit, Mo., plans to work
hand-in-hand with the administration to meet the needs of the students.
“Students are the
heart and soul of this institution,” said Bailey, 20. “I plan to use my
experience in Student Government, coupled with my ambition to serve and passion
for FAMU, to ensure that the student voice remains at the forefront of the
university. Florida A&M University has a very diverse student body
and I look forward to meeting the incoming class and building relationships
with all of the students that gave me this opportunity.”
One of the projects
the “A&E Administration” plans to tackle this year will be the Textbook
Affordability Initiative, which will allow students to have access to
academically required books that are the most expensive and in the highest
demand.
“We understand that
not every student has the funds to access a textbook for all of his or her
classes,” Bailey said. “This initiative gives students access to textbooks
purchased by the Student Government Association and placed in the library for
student use.”
Siders says he
understands the hurdles he may face during his term, but he is looking forward
to the challenge.
“During this pivotal
time at Florida A&M University, it is equally encumbered upon all of us to
ensure that this university rises to the level of prominence that we all have
grown accustomed to,” the young politician said. “Undoubtedly, this effort will
display the unwavering leadership that is deeply woven into the fabric and
traditions of this university.”