Proclaiming RBC Student Voices

The governing organization on campus encourages student engagement and helps connect the RBC community. 

By Abagail Holmes

Together we soar with Student Assembly. As the student government on campus, this organization is responsible for supporting engagement and connecting RBC’s community. Council members are elected annually and oversee the college’s clubs, including history, debate, and anime clubs. Miah Wallace, the president of Student Assembly expresses, “It is the easiest way to get engaged because you become familiar with staff and faculty, and everyone can participate and meet people.” 

Student representatives serve alongside officers to ensure that all voices are heard. Wallace welcomes everyone to connect with Student Assembly stating, “To get involved, all you have to do is email me or send in an application. To join other clubs, you can attend their meetings or talk to their club advisors.” 

Additionally, students are encouraged to create clubs based on the passions they share with fellow students. To establish a club, there must be a total of three students and one faculty member interested. Student Assembly is responsible for approving clubs, assigning budgets, and assuring smooth operations. 

Finding community on campus begins with getting involved. Recently, Student Assembly sponsored the Neon Barn Party, and students gathered for a night of dancing. The event featured neon lights, boppin’ music, and finger food. Events held by Student Assembly are intentionally geared towards all students and are accessible to commuter as well as residential students. 

The organization works hard to turn students’ ideas into realities. It functions as the bridge between students, faculty, and staff. Wallace explains, “The purpose of Student Assembly is to represent the voice of students. I hope the organization can grow and provide students what they want.” 

Wallace’s passion for helping her peers achieve their goals is remarkable. Student Assembly is there to design a college experience that students can enjoy and take part in. 

Student Assembly meetings are held over Zoom every Wednesday at 5 pm and updates are posted via their Instagram. Officer elections will be held shortly, but in the meantime, officers can always use a helping hand. Everyone is welcome to attend and share their needs, wants, or concerns with the council. 

Participating in Student Assembly helps students to gain knowledge and skills that they can carry with them into the workplace once they graduate. All council members are afforded the opportunity to practice leadership and improve their communication skills. Wallace testifies, “It has given me a lot of confidence and a sense of independence.”

Student Assembly provides a forum for students to interact and share in school spirit. Take the opportunity to get involved and reach out to Miah Wallace at mawall005@rbc.edu. She would love to hear from you. Also, make sure to follow Student Assembly on Instagram at @rbc_studentassembly. The student experience is better when students come together.

“Student Assembly is the easiest way for students to get engaged on campus because it helps them become familiar with students, faculty, and staff,” says Wallace. “Everyone can participate and meet new people.”