Senate Leadership
The Senate Leadership of the University at Albany Student Association comprises key individuals who guide and manage the Senate's operations and decision-making processes. The Clerk is responsible for documenting the minutes of each meeting. The Secretary organizes these meetings and ensures procedural adherence. The Chair directs the Senate, leading discussions and setting the agenda. The Vice-Chair assists in these tasks and leads in the Chair's absence, helping maintain effective representation of student interests.
SENATE LEADERSHIP
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Troy Serao currently serves as the Chair of the UAlbany Student Association Senate, bringing a deep commitment to transparency, inclusion, and student-centered leadership. As Senate Chair, Troy is responsible for guiding the legislative branch with fairness and clarity, ensuring every senator has the tools and structure to represent their constituents effectively.
Previously the Chair of the First Year Experience Committee, Troy revitalized a long-underused committee and built meaningful partnerships with ResLife and campus administration to elevate first-year and transfer student support. His leadership helped students feel informed, welcomed, and empowered from day one.
Now, as Senate Chair, Troy continues to champion open governance, uplifting voices that have often gone unheard, and creating a student government that reflects the energy, diversity, and ambition of the student body.
Chair Troy Serao
sasenate@albany.edu
SENATE LEADERSHIP
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SENATE LEADERSHIP |
Jonah Martinez currently serves as the Vice Chair of the UAlbany Student Association Senate, where he seeks to break down barriers between leadership and Senators. As Vice Chair, he strives to aid not only Senators but also the Student body as a whole.
Previously an Off-Campus Senator, Jonah passionately advocated for the Off-Campus student population, focusing on parking issues.
Now, as Senate Vice Chair, Jonah continues to champion for every single Senator and Student. Also serving as Chair of the Ad Hoc Committee on Parking, he is still fighting the good fight for everyone who parks on campus.
Vice Chair Jonah Martinez
savicechair@albany.edu
SENATE LEADERSHIP
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Ashley Bostic currently serves as the Clerk of the UAlbany Student Association Senate, where she plays a key role in ensuring transparency and accountability within the legislative process. In her role as Senate Clerk, Ashley provides the smooth operation and accuracy of Senate proceedings by maintaining detailed public records, archiving all legislation, memoranda, and minutes, and coordinating the timely transcription and publication of Senate meetings.
Beyond her work in the Senate, Ashley is also the Vice President of Generation Vote at UAlbany, where she helps empower students to engage in civic life and advocate for youth representation in democracy. Her dedication to public service and campus involvement reflects her passion for amplifying student voices and fostering an informed, connected community.
Now, as Senate Clerk, Ashley continues to strengthen the Student Association’s commitment to transparency and effective governance, ensuring that student leaders have the information and support they need to serve the UAlbany community.
Clerk Ashley Bostic
senateclerk@albany.edu
