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Human Resources is located in the Oneal-Sells Administration Building and can be contacted by calling 817/531-4403.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the representative governing organization of the student body. Through the Student Government Association, students participate in the decision-making processes of the University and make their views, needs, petitions, and recommendations known to the appropriate University officials. The elected officers and representatives of SGA plan and implement the various services and activities of the association. The SGA President appoints student members to serve on specific University committees and boards. The SGA may grant students and student organizations honoraria. Honoraria will be reviewed and voted upon by the SGA Finance/Audit committee according to the SGA Constitution and By-Laws.
The SGA performs all duties free from administration and faculty influence. Said duties conform within SGA’s stated purpose, are accomplished according to the University’s policies and procedures, and are consistent with the University’s Mission.
Student Life and Student Activities
It is the primary function of the Office of Student Life to encourage the development of a loyal student community by providing opportunities that promote student growth, development, involvement, and achievement.
The Office of Student Life is located on the first floor of the Brown- Lupton Campus Center and is supervised by the Dean of Students. This office is responsible for special events, diversity programs, recreation, intramurals, leadership development and many other services. Students participate in selecting, planning and producing programs through The Social Rams Programming Board. Additionally, the Student Government Association and the many other campus organizations provide a variety of activities and programs. To contact the Office of Student Life, call 817/531-4872 or see https://txwes.edu/campus-life/ for more information.
Student Organizations
There are numerous recognized student organizations at Texas Wesleyan University. These organizations serve the voluntary and social interests of the students. Student organizations may be established for any legal purpose whether the aims are religious, cultural, political, professional, academic, social, service, or common interest. All recognized student organizations must be registered and organized through the Office of Student Life. Membership in all University-related student organizations shall be open to any student who is willing to subscribe to the stated aims of the organization and to meet its obligations. Membership will not be denied solely on the basis of age, gender, race, national origin, religion, disability, citizenship, or veteran’s status.
Student Publications
Texas Wesleyan University sponsors three publications in which students are involved: The Rambler, a weekly newspaper; Aries, a national journal of creative expression publishing poetry, fiction, drama, essays, photography, and art; and The Wesleyan Graduate Review, a peer- reviewed journal that provides a forum for timely discussion of