About SGA
Your Student Government is committed to ensuring the success and wellbeing of all students at Cleveland State. You can read more about our Executive Board and Senators below.
Need assistance? Don't hesitate to reach out via email! Our Senators and E-Board members are more than willing to help you with whatever you might need!
Executive Board
Alysha Syed
President Alysha Syed leads the SGA Executive Board, serving as the primary driver of SGA initiatives across the university. As the longest-serving member of SGA, President Syed's experience and knowledge of student government is second to none.
Laurel Paul
As Vice President, Laurel Paul supports President Syed, managing key relationships with university leaders and ensuring SGA's enduring success. VP Paul engages with fellow Executive Board members and SGA Senators, fostering collaboration on core issues.
Surabh Saxena
As Treasurer, Surabh Saxena works diligently to ensure SGA's funds are spent wisely and in support of student needs. Treasurer Saxena works closely with the Center for Campus Engagement and student organizations across the university to ensure SGA can continue to support student wellbeing and growth.
Abhi Siri
As Secretary, Abhi Siri manages administrative operations for Executive Board members and Senators.
Senators
Johnny Mattes
Johnny R. Mattes is the Speaker for the SGA Senate. Elected by his peers, Speaker Mattes advocates for the needs of the student body, oversees Senate affairs, and collaborates with the Executive Board.
Afhan Taha
Senator Afhan Taha represents the College of Health at Cleveland State University.
Gisela Cortez
Senator Gisela Cortez represents the Monte Ahuja College of Business at Cleveland State University.
Kenleigh Black
Senator Kenleigh Black is SGA's Undergraduate-At-Large Senator, representing the interests and needs of SGA's undergraduate student body.
Tyler Hatch
Senator Tyler Hatch serves all Cleveland State graduate students as the Graduate Senator-At-Large.
Urwah Yasser
Senator Urwah Yasser is the Freshman Class Senator-At-Large, serving all first-year students at Cleveland State University.
Kayla Moore-Adams
As the Senator At-Large for on-campus residence halls, Kayla Moore-Adams advocates for all students living on-campus.
Luis Torres
Senator Luis Torres represents the college of Arts and Sciences at Cleveland State University.
Antonio Ghantous
Senator Ghantous is a Senator within the SGA Senate.