In an attempt to highlight people who lead colleges and universities throughout the country, we got to the courtyard to the Southern University and the A&M College and we interviewed De’andre L. Dearinge, President of the Student Government Association 2024-2025.
The position of SGA president is a great respect, and there is a special pride in their election by their peers to lead. De’andre L. Dearinge, who specializes in public policy, from Queens, New York.
We met De’andre L. Dearinge and talked to him about his position, goals and future and what it means to occupy this type of leadership in 2024-2025.
Read the full interview below.
What is the biggest thing you learned as SGA president so far?
I have learned that work as president of the Graduate Student Association requires real invitation, cooperation and the ability to adapt. The leadership of the various graduate students body means achieving a balance between different needs while ensuring hearing their voices at the institutional level. It has gained a deeper appreciation of joint governance, the influence of students ’leadership on policies and the success of the student. In addition, I learned the importance of building relationships with stakeholders, promoting society, and taking strategic decisions that promote the experience of graduate student. This compulsory role strengthened by the server and the group action in leading a meaningful change.
What made you decide to join the South University and the A&M College for university students?
After receiving the Executive Master of the Public Administration, I decided to increase my education and was accepted in the doctorate. A program in public policy at the Southern University. This decision was motivated by my passion for fair policies, promoting institutional excellence, and promoting leadership in higher education. Make the commitment of Surtharne to scholarships and service and the effect of society is the ideal place to continue academic and vocational growth.
How did the Southern University and the A&M College trim you to the person you are today?
The Southern University played a pivotal role in forming the person I am today. I have provided me with transformative leadership experiences, commitment to service, and a deeper understanding of public advocacy and policy. The history of the rich university, the strong feeling of society, the dedication to academic excellence, strengthened my passion for higher education, the success of students, and institutional progress. Through guidance, participation opportunities, and the culture of flexibility, the south strengthened my ability to drive with the goal, vision and integrity.
What are the specific initiatives that you went to this year (or planning), and how do you think it will improve the school and the surrounding community?
This year, it has led many major initiatives aimed at enhancing the experience of graduate student and enhancing the relationship between graduate societies and university students at the Southern University.
Providing scholarships for graduate students – I have worked to secure funding opportunities directly that support graduate students directly, ensuring access to the financial resources needed for success.
Planning a scholarship ball – to enhance this task, I organize a grant ball aimed at collecting funds for graduate students, enhancing charitable business culture, and increasing the availability of scholarships.
Enhancing relations with the university community – It has given priority to strengthening ties between university students and the College of Graduate Studies to encourage the Southern University as an option, the first of which is for continuous education. This initiative guarantees a smooth transition to students who want to follow advanced certificates.
The brand renamination initiative for the Association of Graduate Studies and the Graduate School – with the support of advisers and deanships, has led strategic efforts to restore the brand to enhance the vision, participation and comprehensive identity of the Supreme Student Association and the College of Graduate Studies. This initiative aims to update the student’s experience and enhance our impact on campus.
Each of these initiatives contributes to the growth of the university and the success of students and the surrounding community by enhancing opportunities, financial support and an academic environment more associated.
How does your SGA management/school currently attend the mental health of students?
Our GSA administration actively works to meet the mental health needs of students through a variety of initiatives. We have held events that focus on mental health awareness, stress management, and self -care, with planning also for additional programming to provide continuous support to students.
In addition, we are cooperating with the Association of University Student Government and the university administration to host the events of the Day of Wellness, which aims to enhance mental welfare throughout the campus. These events provide students with resources and activities and access to mental health professionals to encourage a culture of wellness within our academic society.
By giving priority to mental health initiatives, we aim to create a supportive environment as students feel hearing and appreciated and equipped to move in the challenges of teaching graduate studies.
What does driving mean to you?
Driving, for me, is the ability to inspire and empower others and raise them while promoting a culture of excellence, service and integrity. It is related to being insight not only the training course, but also cooperatively to achieve meaningful progress. Real leadership requires the ability to adapt, accountable, and courage to make difficult decisions while continuing to adhere to the greatest good.
As a leader, I believe in the leadership of the servant; It leads with humility, purpose, and heart to others. It is related to creating opportunities, calling for those in need, and leaving a permanent effect that benefits both generations and future generations
Why do you think watching the courtyard is important for black students and the culture of the kidney?
“Watching the courtyard is more than just a digital space, it is a cultural center that raises the experience of the black student, enhances society, and helps to maintain rich traditions that are an integral part of HBCUS and the culture of the Black College. It contributes to the broader narration of black excellence, flexibility and pride in higher education.”
What do you plan to do after graduation?
After graduation, I plan to participate in the political field, and promote my career with a focus on public service. My long -term goal is to become a president of the college and ultimately work as president of the United States of America.
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