Meet Your USG Members

Meet your Undergraduate Student Government

Meet your 2026-2027 Legislators 

The senate serves as the legislative branch of the Undergraduate Student Government and their purpose is to advance the interests and promoting the welfare of Mines and its students through initiatives including town halls, listening sessions, passing legislative bills or resolutions, tabling events and programming related to student needs. Senators act as the formal representative of the student body’s interests to Mines faculty, staff, leadership, and greater Golden community. Senators are open to meet during senate or at the listed office hours.

Academic Affairs Committee 

The mission of the Academic Affairs Committee is to serve as a liaison between undergraduate students, the administration, and faculty at Mines, working to ensure a high-quality academic experience. The committee is dedicated to upholding the rigor of Mines’ academic standards while fostering academic integrity, student success, and the continuous advancement of academic excellence on campus. Through a range of initiatives and programs, the committee strives to enhance the overall academic environment and support the growth of scholarly achievement. 

Vacant

Academic Affairs Committee Representative

First Year

Student Services Committee

The Student Services Committee is dedicated to improving the overall student experience by advocating for and enhancing non-academic services of the University. This includes working to improve university operations and policies. This committee is committed to engaging actively with students and stakeholders to address concerns, gather feedback, and ensure that university policies and programs reflect the best interests of the undergraduate student body working to create a supportive and student-centered environment outside the academic realm. 

Vacant

Student Services Committee Representative

First Year

Student Advocacy Committee

The Student Advocacy Committee is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging at Mines by creating an environment where students of all identities can thrive. The Student Advocacy committee’s mission is to support and empower all students through advocacy, policy development, and programming that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This committee strives to amplify the student voice through the work of the committee, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to succeed and contribute to the campus community. 

Vacant

Student Advocacy Committee Representative

First Year

Student Experience Committee

The Student Experience Committee is committed to enhancing the undergraduate student experience by fostering connections among Mines students, the university, and the broader Golden community. By strengthening these relationships, this committee aims to preserve and amplify the university’s unique traditions and signature student experiences, including supporting student organizations, offering service opportunities, and improving the day-to-day life of Mines students. Through these efforts, we seek to improve campus life and create more engagement opportunities for all students.  

Vacant

Student Experience Committee Representative

First Year

Meet your 2026-2027 Executive Team

The Executive Board shall refer to the primary executive body of the Student Government, which serves to ensure the longevity of and provide direction for the Student Government. The Executive Branch supports USG through various operational tasks and initiatives. These non voting members play various roles in supporting the Senate such as running events, overseeing the student fee allocations process, and meeting with Mines Leadership, community members and state legislators. 

Aden Cohen-Smith

He/ Him

Pro Tempore

Internal Affairs Chair and Ethics Justice

Junior

Computer Science

Marilynn Gallegos

She/Her

Advisor

Assistant Director of Student Engagement- SAIL