The Shippensburg University Student Government Association (SGA) has announced its new officers for the 2025-26 academic year. The incoming leadership is committed to representing the student body and strengthening engagement across the university. Here is a closer look at the 2025-2025 officers!
Nathan Garber, SGA President
Senior accounting major Nathan Garber is the new SGA President. Currently, Garber is completing a tax internship with SEK CPAs & Advisors, has leadership experience with Disciple Makers and the Ship Cycling Club and spends his weekends working on his family’s farm. His long-term goal is to work in public accounting for small businesses.
As SGA President, Garber’s top priority is increasing student engagement and inclusivity within SGA. “Many students don’t even know SGA exists,” he said. “I hope to improve that by working closely with elected members to enhance communication with all students and departments.”
To achieve this goal, Garber plans to create more spaces, such as public forums, where students can voice their concerns.
Daniel McCleary, Vice President
Junior geography information systems (GIS) major and history minor Daniel McCleary is the 25-26 SGA Vice President. He is the founder and president of the Magic: The Gathering Club and is a part of the Ship Green League, History Club, D&D Club and Improv Group. Aside from his campus involvement, he works as Head Camp Commissioner at Ockanickon Scout Reservation.
McCleary views his role as an opportunity to highlight SGA and promote student groups. “For instance, the Chess Club is heading to Poland this summer for a tournament—something worth spotlighting on SGA’s social media,” he said.
He plans to highlight one student group and one SGA member each week on social media, and aims to hold Senators accountable by ensuring they hold office hours with students and advocate for them.
Ella Zinn, Vice President of Student Groups
Junior accounting major Ella Zinn is the VP of Student Groups for the second year in a row. She is also completing a tax internship with SEK CPAs & Advisors.
Zinn plans to continue supporting student groups by remaining communicative, and simply “talking to people” as much as she possibly can to access student needs. “Whether through email or in-person meetings, I am always willing to advocate for those seeking help.”
She encourages student groups to collaborate on events to maximize their resources and reduce costs. To ensure organizations receive ongoing support, she continues to help groups discover what resources are available to them, such as budget requests and space reservations.
Emily Wojnarski, Vice President of Finance
Sophomore business management major Emily Wojnarski is the new VP of Finance. She served as a Senator for the Class of 2027 and has been involved in the Budget Finance Committee and the Student Groups Committee. She also is the VP of Harley Hall Council and is an honors ambassador and mentor in the Woods Honors College.
Wojnarski top priority is to be honest and transparent about funding within student groups. “ I plan to explain our budget process in depth during required training sessions,” she said. She will also monitor funding trends to ensure that student groups are receiving a fair distribution of funds.
She hopes to increase the involvement of Budget and Finance Committee members by encouraging them to hold office hours and assist student orgs with budgeting.
The new 25-26 SGA officers each come from unique backgrounds that reflect their commitment to serving others and toward successful futures. While each officer has their own goals for SGA, they share they are all equally committed to bringing the campus community together and uplifting the voices of students.
