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DATE POSTED: 2024-11-27 09:19:02
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – West Virginia Wesleyan College’s newly elected Student Senate Executive Board is already brainstorming ways to further the work of the student-led organization on campus.

Bray Boggs ’27, of Winfield, West Virginia, was elected president. A political science major with a history minor, Boggs is involved with the honors program, FYEX teacher’s assistant program, sophomore class council and Alpha Lambda Delta.

“By serving on my high school student council for four years, I developed and nurtured a passion for leadership,” Boggs said. Coming to a college that prides itself on encouraging student-led activities, I wanted to apply my skills to enrich the campus atmosphere at WV Wesleyan. Playing a role in the decision-making process by actively listening to the concerns and suggestions of my peers is a key goal and one that I am able to accomplish as a Student Senate member. The Student Senate is not only an organization that represents the needs of the student body, but it is also an arena of problem-solving and innovation where anyone can contribute ideas. In short, my motive for seeking this position was to develop robust relationships with fellow students and faculty so that, together, we can collaborate and continue to promote Wesleyan as a college community where everyone can thrive.

“Leadership is not represented by a title; it is represented by actions. I consider myself truly blessed to be West Virginia Wesleyan’s next Student Senate president and am grateful for being entrusted with this responsibility.”

Julia McCoy ‘26, of Ravenswood, West Virginia, is serving as vice president. She is pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at WVWC and is the director of philanthropy and Panhellenic relations in ADPI Sorority.

“I thought it was one of the most impactful ways to be involved on campus. I appreciate making connections with licke-minded, driven individuals who are also concerned with making changes and beneficial decisions for our community here at WVWC,” she said.

Paige Shaffer ‘27, of Thomas, West Virginia, is majoring in pharmaceutical science and is a Service Scholar, Student Ambassador and vice president of finance for Alpha Delta Pi. She will serve as secretary in Student Senate.

“I was eager to join Student Senate because I believe it is vital to support various organizations and to contribute positively to our campus community,” Shaffer said.

Srikiran Nandigama ‘26, of Millbrook, New York, is a biochemistry major with a human biology and honors minors. He is a member of a WE LEAD Invisible Illness team, a walk-in chemistry tutor, a brother, of Theta Chi Fraternity and a member of ISO, ODK and ALD. He is also the new treasurer for Student Senate.

“I joined Student Senate so I could be actively involved in creating change on campus,” Nandigama said. “I hope that as treasurer I can facilitate the funding process for organizations and work with the school administration to create beneficial changes for the larger student body/campus.”

Stanley Martin ’26, of Beckley, West Virginia, will serve as member-at-large. A biology major with minors in chemistry,  honors and sociology, Martin is a a resident director for campus life, a Service Scholar and WE LEADER with the Center for Community Engagement and Leadership, a brother of Theta Chi Fraternity and junior class treasurer.

“I wanted to be part of the Student Senate because I’m passionate about making a positive impact on campus,” Martin said. “I believe that being the member at large for the Student Senate, I will be able to represent the Wesleyan body bringing concerns/issues to administration and to help create solutions that enhance the overall Wesleyan experience.”

 

ABOUT WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE
West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) is a private, four-year residential liberal arts and sciences college in Buckhannon, West Virginia. A tradition of excellence for more than 130 years, West Virginia Wesleyan is home to 14 Fulbright Scholars. The Princeton Review ranked Wesleyan as one of its 2025 Best Colleges in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best College Rankings designated Wesleyan ninth in Best Value – Regional Universities (South). WVWC offers students nearly 60 majors and 40 minors; graduate programs in athletic training, business administration, creative writing, nursing and clinical mental health counseling; 20 NCAA Division II athletic programs; multiple performing arts groups; and more than 50 organizations. Founded in 1890, the College is closely affiliated with the United Methodist Church and abides by the Wesley doctrine that emphasizes service to others. For more information, visit wvwc.edu.

ABOUT WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN COLLEGE
West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) is a private, four-year residential liberal arts and sciences college in Buckhannon, West Virginia. A tradition of excellence for more than 130 years, West Virginia Wesleyan is home to 14 Fulbright Scholars. The Princeton Review ranked Wesleyan as one of its 2025 Best Colleges in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best College Rankings designated Wesleyan ninth in Best Value – Regional Universities (South). WVWC offers students nearly 60 majors and 40 minors; graduate programs in athletic training, business administration, creative writing, nursing and clinical mental health counseling; 20 NCAA Division II athletic programs; multiple performing arts groups; and more than 50 organizations. Founded in 1890, the College is closely affiliated with the United Methodist Church and abides by the Wesley doctrine that emphasizes service to others. For more information, visit wvwc.edu.