Student Body President: Michael Tsegaye

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“As Student Body President, serving as a liaison between students and Boston University's administration is my highest priority. Having previously served on the Executive Board of Boston University's largest student organization, the International Affairs Association, I understand that students deserve transparency in how the University operates and how it can better serve them. Through Student Government, I remain attentive to students' evolving needs in a changing world, advancing initiatives that make Boston University a more welcoming and inclusive campus. Through policies such as our Terriers First Initiative, we help students better understand their rights and the protections available to them. By pairing efforts like these with consistent communication with University leadership, we effectively advocate for the needs of all students.”

-Michael Tsegaye, CAS ‘28 Pardee ‘28

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENTS: Fmr. Boston University International Affairs Association: Head Delegate of Boston University’s Model UN Travel Team, Print Writer for the Asia Section of Boston University’s International Relations Review, Under-Secretary-General for the Boston Area Model United Nations Conference, Boston University Model United Nations Conference)

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University Board Nominations

Each year, the Student Body President is responsible for nominating students to serve on various University boards and committees. Many of these boards reserve seats specifically for student representatives, and when a position becomes available, the President is responsible for identifying and nominating a student to fill the vacancy. Below are the 2026-27 nominations made by Michael Tsegaye:

  • Presidential Advisory Board

    • Ioannis (Yiannis) Asikis (CAS ‘28, Pardee ‘28)

    • Camron Khazaeni (CGS ‘25, CAS ‘27)

  • Associate Provosts Undergraduate Advisory Board

    • Michael Tsegaye (CAS ‘28, Pardee ‘28)

  • University Board on Student Conduct

    • Cian Moss (CGS ‘25, CAS ‘27)

    • Alara Baran (KHC ‘27, ENG ‘27)

    • Julia Perian (CAS ‘ 29)

  • HUB Advisory Board

    • Esther Kim (CAS ‘27)

    • Dia Jain (CAS ‘27)

    • Cassandra Prechtl (CAS ‘28)

  • SiS Student Portal Working Group

    • Mya Kelly (CAS ‘27)

    • Sojung Bok (CAS ‘27)