The Leadership Cabinet advises on strategic initiatives and external partnerships for Georgia College & State University and its Leadership Programs.
The Leadership Cabinet consists of twelve to fifteen Georgia College undergraduate students in good academic standing within a degree-granting program of the university. They represent the four colleges of the university, and membership of the cabinet is broadly inclusive of the university’s academic profile and diverse student body.
Leadership Cabinet
Executive Leadership
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Samantha Paton
Appointed 2023
Chair
Cabinet Membership
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Merritt Bryant
Appointed 2024
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Sydney Charles
Appointed 2024
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Bridget Johnson
Appointed 2023
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Evelyn Lessl
Appointed 2024
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Michael Lochstampfor
Appointed 2024
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Madison Marcinkowski
Appointed 2024
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Richa Moses
Appointed 2024
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Jared Reese
Appointed 2022
Charge
The Cabinet:
Advises the director on (a) leadership initiatives at Georgia College and (b) the office’s curricular and programmatic offerings.
Advises on strategic initiatives and external partnerships for Georgia College and the Office of Leadership Programs.
Advises on governance when, at the discretion of the director, undergraduate representation is appropriate and in compliance with University statute and Board of Regents policy.
Advises the director on creating an inclusive environment for all Georgia College students to pursue their professional and scholarly leadership interests.
Gathers data from key stakeholders, including Georgia College students, faculty, and alumni, as well as citizens and community leaders.
Represents Georgia College and the Office of Leadership Programs when asked to do so by the director.
Selection and Appointment
Members are appointed for a term of one year, commencing May 1st. Members in good academic standing are eligible for reappointment.
Cabinet Portal
Online resource portal for members of the Leadership Cabinet.