Presbyterian College’s Student Government Association recently underwent its annual transfer of power for the 2026 term.
Candidates for each position were voted on by the entire student body at the end of the fall 2025 semester.
The positions open for reelection were President, Chair of the Senate, Vice President of Finance and Operations, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Vice President of Student Affairs, and Clerk.
The newly elected officers are:
- President – Alex Melgar, a junior history and political science double major from Lancaster
- Chair of the Senate – Grace Culbreath, a junior history and psychology double major from Greenville
- Vice President of Finance and Operations – Thomas Willis, a junior political science and public policy major from Easley
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Anna Nance Reynolds, a junior biology and history double major from Laurens
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Ava Westhart, a sophomore history and political science and public policy double major from Easley
- Clerk – Madison Duncan, a sophomore biology and history double major from Moncks Corner
As president, Melgar oversees the entire SGA cabinet and class officers, a responsibility he’s well-equipped to take on. He has been involved with SGA for much of his college career and previously served as the 2027 class president.
“Being surrounded by individuals who share the same vision and care about addressing the same issues has been incredibly motivating,” he said. “Collaborating with others who are driven, thoughtful, and passionate about the student voice makes the commitment feel meaningful and reinforces why being involved in SGA matters.”
Grace Culbreath, the newly elected chair of the senate following a runoff election, has been involved with SGA since her freshman year, previously serving on the first-year council and serving as a senator for the class of 2027 for two years.
Throughout her years of involvement with SGA, Culbreath feels as though she’s grown both personally and professionally, factors that make her a perfect fit for this role.
“I’ve learned more about what goes into hosting SGA meetings, the benefits of working as a team, and the importance of having civil conversations with peers,” she said. “I feel as though I’ve grown into a more professional version of myself, and I thank SGA for that.”
Thomas Willis, this year’s vice president of finance and operations, has been involved in SGA since his freshman year, serving as both a first-year councilman and a senator at large over the years.
While initially unsure exactly which office he wanted to run for, Willis was ultimately persuaded by the former VP of finance and operations, a close friend of his.
“When considering which positions I should run for, she pushed for me to pursue her role as VPFO,” he said. “After researching the position, I decided it would be a good fit for my future goals, and was lucky enough to be elected into the role.”
The newly elected vice president of academic affairs, Anna Nance Reynolds, is more than prepared to step into her role, having served as the VP of academic affairs for the class of 2027 this past term.
Reynolds found her passion for academics at PC early on in her college career and hopes to create a strong foundation for academic advocacy within SGA.
“My main goal is to strengthen communication between the students, faculty, and administration so that academic concerns can be addressed more effectively and transparently,” she said. “I also want to advocate for increased academic support and share with the student body what great things Presbyterian College has to offer.”
In a runoff election for vice president of student affairs, Ava Westhart won the popular vote. Her previous involvement with SGA in high school and her collegiate experience as the vice president of academic affairs for the class of 2028 make Westhart an excellent choice for this role.
“Using this experience and my role as a Page in the SC House of Representatives, I believe that I could bring a valuable drive and perspective to the Student Government organization,” she said. “I enjoy advocating for the beliefs and wants of the student body, and debating ideas and implementation.”
Madison Duncan, the newly appointed clerk, has taken on the role of managing the behind-the-scenes matters of SGA. Despite this, she hopes to make a large impact on PC’s campus.
“I hope to encourage more students to participate in senate meetings,” she said. “A lot of students don’t realize that senate meetings are open to the entire student body, so I would love to spread the word as much as possible so that anyone interested in voicing their opinion is aware that they have the option.”
Each position in the executive cabinet is essential for promoting the well-being of the student body. The college congratulates these hardworking students and looks forward to the impact each of these officers will make on our campus over the course of their terms.
Presbyterian College also recognizes the past members who served on the 2025 SGA cabinet:
- Margaret Leonard, Student Body President
- Olivia Lee, Chair of the Senate
- Hallie Cohen, Vice President of Finance and Operations
- Reece Bradberry, Vice President of Academic Affairs
- Alex McAllister, Vice President of Student Affairs
- Andy Robertson, Clerk
