SGA

The Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the representative voice of students. All enrolled Institute students are members of the SGA, which affords each student an opportunity to promote, support and participate in a well-rounded student life program.The President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer and Representative At Large are elected in a general student election. Student opinions may be expressed at the open meeting of the SGA.

See the Duties of the SGA Officers here.

The Student Government Association office is located in the Eagles' Nest Building, Room 119.

For more information contact lit-sga@lit.edu or call 409-880-8984.

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The Student Government Association serves as the representative voice of the student body. Student opinions may be expressed at meetings of the Association and these ideas, suggestions or concerns can be submitted for discussion through the SGA office. Issues will be taken into consideration and addressed with the Vice President of Student Services and the President of LIT.

The SGA also offers each student an opportunity to promote, support and participate in a well-rounded student life program. This allows students to become accustomed to interacting with LITs diverse population of students. It also helps students connect with a variety of student organizations on campus, as well as year round student organized events.

The SGA is presided over by an Executive Board consisting of a President, Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer and one Representative at Large which are elected in a general election each spring semester. All students are encouraged to attend SGA meetings or stop by the SGA office in the Eagles' Nest Building Room 119 to learn more.

The Lamar Institute of Technology SGA Executive Board members also represent LIT during quarterly meetings held by the Texas State University System Board of Regents. The SGA Presidents and Vice Presidents from each of the eight universities within the system are members of the Student Advisory Board (SAB). The SAB functions as a cooperative association among TSUS component institutions for exchanging information and sharing programs that will benefit all Texas State University System members. To view more information on the SAB, follow the link below.
 
2022/2023 SGA Executive Board:
 
President - Whitney Pugh
Vice President - Asia Ashon
Secretary/Treasurer - Ryan McClain
Representative At Large - Natasha Nichols

https://www.tsus.edu/regents/student-advisory-board.html

All enrolled Lamar Institute of Technology students are members of the SGA.

Members are entitled to participate in an active campus life program, SGA sponsored events both on and off campus, group activities, and possible travel to tours/conferences/conventions, etc. Participation in student events may be used as a networking tool and as a way to give back through service to the community and the college. This organization creates an environment geared to promote positive interpersonal traits, professional development, and student leadership training.

Members can expect organized group meetings, community service opportunities, possibilities for travel, chances to participate in leadership training and a sense of group camaraderie, cohesiveness and support for common goals and interests.

There a varieties organizations for students to join:

• Student Chapter American Dental Hygiene Association (SCADHA) 
  • What is SCADHA? The Student Chapter of the American Dental Hygiene Association is a student organization made up of enrolled LIT students that have been accepted into the LIT Dental Hygiene program. The association is organized and lead by a board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, Reporter and Parliamentarian) voted in with a student majority vote at the beginning of each classes’ two year term.  
• Advanced Engine Technology Student Organization 
  • What is the Advanced Engine Technology Student Organization? A group of organized students enrolled in the Advanced Engine and Diesel Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is an educational student organization dedicated to the advancement and reinforcement of the arts and sciences related to the field of diesel technology and how it directly relates to local and modern industry. The purpose of this organization is to allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The Advanced Engine Technology Student Organization is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.
• ​American Welding Society (AWS) ​
  • What is AWS? The AWS at LIT is a student branch of the American Welding Society that maintains a partnership/relationship with the local Beaumont, TX chapter. The group is governed by an Executive Board (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and two SGA Representatives) put into office for one year terms by a student member majority vote.
• LIT Biology Association (LITBA) 
  • What is LITBA? The LIT Biology Association is an organization specializing in the exploration of Biology and other health sciences outside of the classroom. It allows students to take field trips and create networks with others students, faculty and community members. LITBA’s goal is to foster an interest in students and an awareness in the community that will encourage a biological appreciation and education for ourselves and the surrounding environment. LITBA is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer – all can serve as Representatives to the SGA) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.                        
• Child Care & Development Association 
  • What is the Child Care and Development Student Organization? This student organization is composed of students in the Child Care and Development program at Lamar Institute of Technology. The group’s purpose is to promote service to the Institute and the community at large, to provide for the professional development of it’s members and to offer a social outlet to all those interested in the field of Child Care. It is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, two SGA Representatives and a Community Service Chairperson) voted into office with an organization majority vote.     
• Design Engineering Technology Organization (DETO)   
  • What is DETO? The Design Engineering Technologists Organization is comprised of students in the Computer Drafting Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. Their purpose is to promote and practice good citizenship, provide for student participation in school government, promote leadership, practice effective communication between the students and faculty/staff, provide service and support to the community, and stimulate healthy school spirit. The organization is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and a Communications Officer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.              
• Diagnostic Sonography Student Organization (DSSO)  
  • What is DSSO? The Diagnostic Sonography Student Organization is composed of students in the Diagnostic Sonography (Ultrasound) program at Lamar Institute of Technology. Their purpose is to promote service to LIT and to the community, to provide for the professional development of the members, and offer a social outlet for all Sonography students interested in successful completion of the program and additional testing and certifications. The organization is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, an SGA Representative and a Community Service Chairperson) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members. 
• Health Information Technology 
  • What is the HIT Organization? The Health Information Technology Organization is a group of organized students enrolled in the Health Information Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. The purpose of this organization is to allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The HIT Organization is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and an SGA Representative) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.              
• Lamar Instrumentation Association (LIA) 
  • What is LIA? The Lamar Instrumentation Association is composed of students in the Instrumentation Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is one of the oldest student organizations at LIT as it was originated when LIT was still officially part of Lamar University. The LIA is a technical, scientific and educational organization dedicated to the advancement and reinforcement of the arts and sciences related to the theory, design, manufacture and use of instrumentation, computers and systems of measurement and control. The LIA shares a friendly relationship with the Southeast Texas chapter of the Instrumentation Society of America (ISA). The LIA is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.                             
• Operating Process Technology Club (OPT Club) 
  • What is the OPT Club? The Operating Process Technology Club is a group of organized students enrolled in the Process Operating Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is a technical, scientific and educational organization dedicated to the advancement and reinforcement of the arts and sciences related to the operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and manufacturing process of modern day chemical plants, factories, and refineries. The purpose of this organization is to allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The OPT Club is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.              
• Pulmonary Care Student Organization 
  • What are the Respiratory and Pulmonary Care Student Organizations? Both groups consist of students participating in the Respiratory Care program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is broken up into first year (Pulmonary Care) and second year (Respiratory Care) students to help provide each group with a positive social outlet and pier mentor network for all Respiratory students enrolled in the two year course. Their purpose is to promote continuing education, update and enhance skills of the trade, and review research and journals that will lead to more professional practitioners. These organizations allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The RC and PC Student Organizations are governed by an Executive Boards (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.              
• Radiologic Technology Student Organization (RTSO) 
  • What is the RTSO? The Radiologic Technology Student Organization is a group of organized students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is a technical, scientific and educational organization dedicated to the advancement of it’s student members. This organization allows students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The RTSO is governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian and Hospital Representatives) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.
• Respiratory Care Student Organization 
  • What are the Respiratory and Pulmonary Care Student Organizations? Both groups consist of students participating in the Respiratory Care program at Lamar Institute of Technology. It is broken up into first year (Pulmonary Care) and second year (Respiratory Care) students to help provide each group with a positive social outlet and pier mentor network for all Respiratory students enrolled in the two year course. Their purpose is to promote continuing education, update and enhance skills of the trade, and review research and journals that will lead to more professional practitioners. These organizations allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a positive social outlet for students interested in this field of study. The RC and PC Student Organizations are governed by an Executive Boards (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.           
• Skills U.S.A. 
  • What is Skills USA? Skills USA is an international organization for students who are enrolled in training programs in technical, skilled and service occupations. Skills USA prepares students by providing educational experiences in leadership, teamwork, citizenship and character development. Skills USA programs include local, state, national, and international competitions in which students demonstrate occupational and leadership skills. Their purpose is to assist members in their growth and development, unite common bonds for others in the same trade, develop leadership abilities, foster a deep respect for the dignity of work, assist students with realistic vocational goals, create an enthusiasm for learning, create high standards for the trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship and safety, and to develop patriotism and a respect for the democratic process. The Lamar Institute of Technology Skills USA team is governed by an Executive Council (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Parliamentarian) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.      
• Students of EMS Club (SEMS) 
  • What is the SEMS Club? The Students of EMS Club are a group of organized students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Services/EMS Paramedic program at Lamar Institute of Technology. The purpose of this organization is to provide educational services on First Aid, Emergency Medical Services and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and to provide additional services to the Institute and the community as needed. The SEMS Club is governed by an Executive Board (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Training Office, Basic & Advanced Representative Officers, Secretary and Treasurer) voted into office by a majority vote of organization members.     
• LIT Hot Shots (Utility Line) 
  • Who are the LIT Hot Shots? The LIT Hot Shots are a student organization composed of students from the Utility Line Technology program at Lamar Institute of Technology. This organization is primarily based on a satellite campus located at the Silsbee Robinson Center in Silsbee, TX. The purpose of this organization is to allow students to create networks for future job placement, to serve the surrounding community through acts of service, and to promote a healthy, positive social outlet for students interested in the study of Utility Line Technology. The LIT Hot Shots are governed by an Executive Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and an SGA Representative) voted into office annually by a majority vote of organization members.  

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recognizes and encourages the academic achievement of two-year college students. It provides opportunities for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programs. Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education, with more than 2.5 million members and 1,275 chapters located in 50 United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, Germany, Peru, the British Virgin Islands, the Republic of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the United Arab Emirates. In 1929, the American Association of Community Colleges recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges.

The complement of services, innovative programs and membership benefits offered by Phi Theta Kappa today is unequaled among honor societies. The programs focus on the Society's Hallmarks of Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Fellowship. To be eligible for membership, a student must complete a minimum of 12 hours of associate degree course work, have a current grade point average of 3.5 or higher and have an overall grade point average of 3.0. Eligible students receive invitations to join by mail in the fall and spring semesters. Students must maintain a high academic standing throughout their enrollment in the two-year college.

For more information on this international organization and scholarship opportunities, please visit www.ptk.org.

LIT has a access to many different service offered on the Lamar University campus.

• Barnes & Noble Bookstore 
• Cardinal Village & Dining Hall
• LU Health Center
• LU Athletics & Sports Events
• LU Police
• Mary & John Gray Library
• Setzer Student Center
• Shelia Umphrey Recreational Sports Center
• Intramural Sports