Student Government
Student Government exists to promote student involvement in campus activities, assist and maintain order among student organizations, represent concerns brought forth by the student body, and encourage community outreach.
Student Government Officers 2025/2026
Frederick Mason
Liaison
Jackson Jankowski
Events Coordinator
Dominic Darbyshire
Community Service
Hriday Desai
Secretary
Your elected team invites your input to assist them in making 2025/2026 a successful year at Oakland Community College. They can be reached at occ.stugov@gmail.com.
For more information, contact a Student Engagement Coordinator:
- Heidi Renton – Auburn Hills/Highland Lakes campuses
- Brenda Lowery – Orchard Ridge/Royal Oak/Southfield campuses
Fall 2025 Student Government Meetings
Meetings will be held at the Auburn Hills campus. Specific times and dates for Fall 2025 will be determined closer to the start of the semester. Please check back for more information.
If you have any questions contact Student Government
Student Town Hall - November 12, 2024
“A lot is offered at OCC and, if you take advantage of the opportunities, a lot can be gained.” Learn more…
Student Government College-wide Forms, Information, and Student Organization Handbook
SG Constitution (including Officer Duties). Contact the Student Engagement Coordinator for more information
at your campus.
Student Organization Handbook
Reasons to Join
- In 2023, the OCC Student Government helped donate many items as well as financial support to Hope Shelter in the Pontiac Area
- In 2023, OCC Student Government partnered with the Detroit Fire Department to help collect, wrap, and deliver toys to those in need in Detroit
- In 2023, OCC hosted many fellowship events for the student body throughout the year. From Yates Cider Mill to Guitar Hero Party, Student Government offered many opportunities for students to engage with other students and Student Government representatives
- Student Government meetings provide a platform for students to share ideas and address concerns, promoting a more inclusive campus environment.
- As a member of student government, you can advocate for your peers' needs and interests, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered in decision-making.
Commonly Asked Questions
You can email the Student Engagement Coordinator
- Throughout the winter semester: Candidates must apply to run for office when applications open
- March: Candidates must campaign
- 3rd week of April: A debate (if needed) will be held followed by voting
- End of April/May: New officers will be announced to the campus
Student Government holds general and officer meetings where all students at OCC are welcome to bring their concerns or ideas to us. Then we collaborate with administration, other student orgs, and/or students to address those concerns or implement those ideas. We also support other student organizations on campus, plan campus events/activities, and organize community/charity projects in our surrounding community.
Here are some of the more specific tasks of our officers:
- President: oversees Student Government, fills officer roles, plans events, leads meetings
- Vice President: assists President, fills in when needed, participates in event planning
- Secretaries: manages paperwork, produces meeting agendas, takes notes, posts minutes
- Public Relations Coordinator: manages advertisement, promotes awareness, oversees Public Relations Committee
- Outreach/Community Service Coordinator: ensures member involvement, arranges community service projects
- Treasurer: manages organization's finances, works with executive board and advisors
- Student Government Liaison: maintains communication with other clubs and organizations, serves as a point of contact
Contact Information
Office of Student Engagement
Stacey Crews - Dean of Student Engagement
Phone: (248) 246-2611
Kim Combs - Administrative Specialist
Phone: (248) 246-2611
Brenda Lowery - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone: (248) 522-3595
Heidi Renton - Student Engagement Coordinator
Phone: (248) 232-4473