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Hartselle Today
By the People, for the People
Hartselle Alumna Elected SGA President at University of Alabama
Samantha Simmons, a junior political science major, wins top student government role
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Samantha Simmons, a junior majoring in political science at the University of Alabama, was elected the 115th president of the university's Student Government Association on Tuesday. Simmons, a 2023 graduate of Hartselle High School, is the first Hartselle student to serve as Governor at Alabama Girls State before becoming a Senator. She has also interned for Governor Kay Ivey and U.S. Representative Dale Strong.
Why it matters
Simmons' election as SGA president at the University of Alabama represents a significant achievement for a student from the Hartselle community. Her victory demonstrates the ability of local students to take on leadership roles at the state's flagship university and make an impact on campus-wide issues.
The details
As SGA president, Simmons plans to focus on alleviating financial barriers, expanding access to experiential learning opportunities, strengthening career support, and ensuring students' basic needs are met. Simmons said she is grateful for the support she received throughout the election and that the victory belongs to every student who believes the campus can move forward.
- Samantha Simmons was elected the 115th president of the University of Alabama's Student Government Association on Tuesday, February 26, 2026.
The players
Samantha Simmons
A junior majoring in political science at the University of Alabama who was elected the 115th president of the university's Student Government Association. Simmons is a 2023 graduate of Hartselle High School and the first Hartselle student to serve as Governor at Alabama Girls State before becoming a Senator. She has also interned for Governor Kay Ivey and U.S. Representative Dale Strong.
University of Alabama
The flagship university of the state of Alabama, located in Tuscaloosa.
What they’re saying
“I am deeply grateful to every student who placed their trust in me. Thank you to my team for their tireless work and to my friends and family for their constant encouragement. This victory belongs to every student who believes we can move campus forward.”
— Samantha Simmons, Newly Elected SGA President (hartselleenquirer.com)
What’s next
As the newly elected SGA president, Simmons will begin her term in the coming weeks and work to implement her agenda of alleviating financial barriers, expanding experiential learning, strengthening career support, and ensuring students' basic needs are met.
The takeaway
Samantha Simmons' election as SGA president at the University of Alabama demonstrates the ability of students from smaller communities like Hartselle to take on leadership roles at the state's flagship university and make a positive impact on campus. Her victory is a source of pride for the Hartselle community and a testament to the quality of education and civic engagement opportunities available to local students.
