Student Engagement and Leadership

The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL) supports and fosters the development of student-led co-curricular and extracurricular activities at Emerson. Students have the opportunity to be involved in management, leadership, and interpersonal relationships that encourage them to develop both personally and professionally while building meaningful networks with fellow students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. Emerson clubs and organizations are housed under SEAL and provide students with valuable opportunities to connect their classroom learning to practical experiences outside the classroom.

In addition, Student Engagement and Leadership supports the campus community through the management of 172 Tremont spaces, the Student Performance Center within the Little Building, and other community spaces. SEAL also oversees the implementation of the Emerson Recognition and Achievement (ERA) Awards, Student Organization Workshops, monthly events through Emerson Mane Events (EME), Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL), and Leadership opportunities.

About Us

Emerson College students are independent-minded artists and communicators who explore daring ideas. They never stop creating, even after class is over. Day in and day out, they use their skills, talents, and strengths to push boundaries and advocate for social change. Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL) is dedicated to helping students find resources and join organizations on campus, commit to personal growth, and serve our community. Through leadership training, civic engagement, student organizations, and fraternity and sorority life, we give you the tools you need to get involved in campus life.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) at Emerson College is dedicated to the protection and promotion of student interests. We as an organization seek to facilitate the operation of and fund college-recognized organizations. We also strive to create and maintain robust dialogues between students, staff, administration, and faculty in order to ensure students get the best Emerson experience possible during their time here.

General Assembly, composed of elected and appointed representatives, meets on Fridays from 12 pm to 2 pm. All General Assembly meetings are open to the entire Emerson community.

Emerson Mane Events (EME)

Emerson Mane Events (EME) is a team of students who develop and organize events and activities on campus that celebrate the diversity of our community, promote student involvement, and foster collaboration among student organizations. EME has been recognized with an ERA Award in 2016 for their commitment to programming for the Emerson student community.

Members gain hands-on experience in all aspects of event planning, including booking, promoting, and management.

Student organizations at Emerson College can request event planning assistance from EME.

The SEAL Team

Jennifer Nival Profile

Jennifer Nival

Director, SEAL
Alyson Bouchard Profile

Alyson Bouchard

Assistant Director, Student Advising & Leadership
Cesar Poma-Rodriguez Profile

Cesar Poma-Rodriguez

Assistant Director, Student Engagement & Outreach
Joshua Hamlin Profile

Joshua Hamlin

Director, Campus Centers
Danielle Wilson Profile

Danielle Wilson

Student Affairs Financial Manager