KENNESAW, Ga. | Nov 10, 2026

Student Government Association presidents from across Georgia gathered at Kennesaw State to connect, collaborate, and amplify student voices.

On Oct. 15 and 16, Student Government Association (SGA) presidents from across the University System of Georgia gathered at Kennesaw State University for the Fall 2026 Student Advisory Council (SAC) Conference.  

The SAC was first proposed in 1968 by Chancellor George L. Simpson, Jr. and established by the Board of Regents to enhance SGA organizations and foster responsible student leadership. Nearly 60 years later, the SAC now represents over 333,000 students across 26 colleges and universities throughout Georgia. 

The conference kicked off with a welcome address from Dr. Eric Arneson, vice president of Student Affairs at KSU, and included other insightful sessions led by leaders from different Georgia institutions. One of the mandates of the SAC is to provide a forum for communication on issues that directly affect students. The conference did just that with sessions covering leadership, strategic planning, freedom of speech, mental health, and even a conversation with Chancellor Sonny Perdue. 

The two-day council meeting presented plenty of opportunities for the SGA presidents to network and make connections through breakout sessions, team-building exercises, and a group outing to a roller-skating rink at the end of day one.  

"The SAC Conference provides a unique opportunity for us, as Student Government Association presidents, to amplify student concerns beyond our individual campuses and explore ways to make a difference across the University System of Georgia,” said Allisa George, KSU SGA president. “I hope attendees left understanding that we are stronger together than we are apart and experienced the sense of community that KSU demonstrates across its campus.” 

“It was an honor for Kennesaw State to welcome student leaders from across Georgia,” Joe Dan Banker, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student and Military Affairs. “SAC reminds us that while we represent different universities and colleges, we share a commitment to making the student experience better.  Hosting student leaders from across Georgia gave us the chance to exchange ideas, build relationships, and strengthen student voices throughout USG.” 

Learn more about how to get involved with KSU’s Student Government Association. 

-Story by Favour Nwachukwu 

-Photos by Meghan Cooper