The Student Government Association’s 2025 election results were announced, with Faith Geistweidt elected as student body president and Crispus Ankomah as graduate vice president. Key goals include transparency and improving senator retention. The new administration aims to engage students better, utilizing social media as a primary communication tool. Official term starts on May 1, with several other senators elected from various colleges.
The results of the Student Government Association (SGA) 2025 elections were disclosed via live stream on Thursday afternoon, subsequent to Texas Tech’s shutdown on Wednesday. Crispus Ankomah, a graduate student from Ghana, emerged victorious in the graduate vice president race, which was the sole contested executive position this year. Additionally, Faith Geistweidt, a junior majoring in agriculture and applied economics, was elected as the student body president in an uncontested race.
In her inaugural address, Geistweidt emphasized her administration’s commitment to transparency between the SGA and the student body. She aims to utilize social media to effectively communicate the actions and initiatives of the Student Government Association to the students. “Being able to tell students what Student Government Association is doing — whether that’s the Student Senate or on the executive side — is really important for students to know,” Geistweidt remarked.
Geistweidt identified senator retention and recruitment as a major concern, which will be a priority for Internal Vice President-elect Madeline Clark. To increase engagement, Geistweidt suggested that incentives such as early class registration and scholarships might be provided to student senators to enhance their participation.
“I think it all boils down to transparency,” Geistweidt stated. She believes that students need to be aware of initiatives, no matter how small, like the addition of a coffee vending machine, to recognize the impact of the Student Government on their daily lives. Geistweidt and her administration will officially assume office on May 1.
The executive results of the election include Jackson Bentley as External Vice President and Madeline Clark as Internal Vice President. The newly elected senators are listed below across various colleges:
At-Large Senators:
Delaney Saunders, Tabor Christanelli, Emily Muehlstein, Ashlyn Rockey, Mignon Miller, Sabrina Mannucci, Melanie Aguilar, Trista Tippin, Parker Joyce, Charleigh Feuerbacher, Annmarie Farag, Teagan Stubblefield, Davis Brimager, Aj Scovil.
Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources:
Brooke Reininger, Wes Shaw, Cooper Mau, Rylee Sassenberg, Grayson Downs.
Huckabee College of Architecture:
Eli Lujan, Duncan Hayes.
College of Arts & Sciences:
Lily Schovanec, Nia Baker, Addie Court, Christian Villegas, Libi Biju, Zoe Wittekiend, Bobby Stephens, Savannah Armitage, Aaliyah Enos, Voshita Parvathaneni, Preslee Edwards, Kaia Jordan, Paola Cervantes.
Jerry S. Rawls College of Business:
Annabelle Bennett, Gabriella Caro, Katie Mills, Hannah Lockett, Savannah Cox, Kate Fitzmaurice, Sara Swedan, Noah Aberkane.
College of Education:
Addison Fitch, Reese Walker.
Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering:
Eli Heath, Mia McCall, Ryan Cavazos, Hunter Hamilton, Meg Ridens, Evan McAllaster, Grant Thomas, Gaby Repetto.
Honors College:
Ella Webb, Samuel Alessio.
Graduate School:
Prince Ozioma Emmanuel, Halkano M. Hargura, Nixon Chekenya, Moyinoluwa Adeniyi, Millicent Sifuna, Scarlett Gott, Mojibola Fowowe, Lynne Kirkpatrick.
College of Human Sciences:
Taylor Russo, Sarah Richart, Cinthya Proye.
College of Media & Communication:
Ava Lansdell, Yemi Akinyeye, Andrew Hernandez, America Rodriguez.
J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts:
Melissa Casillas.
School of Law:
Hannah Saegert, Lettie Morris.
The Student Government Association’s 2025 elections have concluded, highlighting the importance of transparency and student engagement as pivotal themes moving forward. With a focus on effective communication through social media and enhanced senator retention strategies, the newly elected officials aim to enhance the overall student experience. As the new session commences on May 1, the leadership expresses a strong commitment to advocating for student needs and interests.
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