As the 2024-2025 Treasurer of the Student Government Association, Brooke Davenport is focused on the 小蝌蚪APP students小蝌蚪APP overall well-being. From accessibility, to money management, and recognition, Brooke is determined to enhance the student experience.
Using math and teaching to solve problems
Brooke小蝌蚪APP檚 decision to attend the UL Lafayette came naturally.
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Her interest in hands-on learning encouraged her to major in Secondary Education and Teaching with a concentration in math.
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Brook enjoyed the sincerity in Classroom Management taught by Dr. Tolley.
She said, 小蝌蚪APP淭his class went in-depth about how a classroom functions on a day-to-day basis and Dr. Tolley made it a safe space for us to ask any questions we had about the profession... Dr. Tolley treated each question like it was the most important thing in that moment. She valued our thoughts and opinions, and she took our fears of being teachers and turn it into confidence.小蝌蚪APP
She is also a member of .
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SGA Members plan to bridge the gap with student needs
Brooke believes it is important to show up and promote the impact-driven work of the Student Government Association (SGA) so that students know they have a voice.
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She also understands that finances are important to students.
She said, 小蝌蚪APP淥ne of my main responsibilities as Treasurer is overseeing our funds. Three of the funds we have are reserved for students. I am trying to let every student know that if they want to go to a conference or their organization wants to go, they can apply to have SGA cover their registration fee. We want students to go out and participate in professional development because we know it will help their educational careers.小蝌蚪APP
In addition, she plans to focus on accessibility, advocacy, and inclusivity.
小蝌蚪APP淲ith SGA, I am working on getting free feminine hygiene products in bathrooms around campus, designing the class gift with other students on campus, and setting up a voter registration drive. I am trying to do things to get students involved and feel like they are seen,小蝌蚪APP she said.
With her four-year straight attendance at The Big Event, Brooke understands the importance of community building and groundwork.
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Brooke is grateful for her educational experience
Brooke appreciates the welcoming aura at UL Lafayette.
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After graduation, Brooke plans to teach in Lafayette and obtain a master's in higher education or educational leadership.
