The University of Guam’s 57th Student Government Association held a regular session on Friday, Apr. 5 at the Student Center.

The meeting highlighted upcoming events planned for the rest of the semester such as the Spring 2019 Assembly.

This semester’s Spring 2019 assembly’s main theme is “Art Gala.” The event will be held on May 24, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Dusit Thani Resort and Spa Grand Ballroom.

The event offers an opportunity for UOG students to unwind after a stressful semester. Artists are highly encouraged to showcase their talents at the assembly.

“We will have a contest where students are encouraged to use their creativity and incorporate art into their outfit,” said SGA Senator Kenn Carlos.

Prizes will include Apple airpods, one dusit room, and other big prizes. Ticket registration is free for UOG students and $40 at the door will be charged for overflow and non UOG students. The registration link can be accessed on SGA’s Instagram page.

SGA announced that they are looking for a student who is willing to take on the task of filling their student regent position. In order to run for this position, candidates must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA, attended one full academic school year at UOG enrolled in 30 credits, and no academic probation or violation with the university. Elections for the student regent position will take place before the next upcoming SGA meeting.

During the meeting, Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services Lawrence F. Camacho reported that a platform called uConnect is currently being purchased for UOG students to use. It is a web-based platform that is accessible on a smartphone is used widely across colleges in the United States.

It is an app that is career-path driven, providing a platform for students to receive reminders and various information about their major.

“We believe that the app uConnect will increase student recruitment, retention, and completion rates,” Camacho said.

The date for the upcoming SGA’s 15th regular session meeting is tentative.