The Undergraduate Student Senate is the governing body of 64 undergraduate students, representing the interests of all students at the University of Tennessee. Senators are elected from academic colleges and residency classifications each spring.
Purpose & Vision
Develop ambassadors representing student interests, creating a positive, inclusive environment, and bridging campus gaps through productive dialogue across communities.
Speaker of the Senate
Cade Simmons
[email protected]
Get Involved
If you are interested in getting involved in the SGA Student Senate, prospective senators should run for their seat in the annual spring SGA Elections. More information and requirements of the election process will be provided during an interest meeting hosted by the Election Commission. Vacant seats are filled upon occurrence. Any full-time student representing the academic college or residential area from the open seat is eligible to apply. For more information, please contact Cade Simmons at [email protected].
Meeting Schedule
The Undergraduate Student meets Biweekly in the Senate Chambers (Student Union, Room 169) from 6:15-8:15 PM.
Open to all students.
Information Menu
2025-2026 Legislation & Minutes
Senate Bill Database
Undergraduate Senate Bylaws
Vacancy Application