The Student Association Outreach Program is a pioneering initiative spearheaded by Caleb Sapp, the Director of Programming & Marketing at the University at Albany. This program has been meticulously developed in collaboration with two vital Senate Committees - Community Engagement & Outreach and Constituent Relations. The SAOP is designed to foster a deeper connection between the Student Association and the university’s student body, particularly focusing on residents in university apartment complexes such as Liberty Terrace, Empire Commons, and Freedom Apartments.

Key Objectives of SAOP:

• Enhancing Visibility: Elevate the presence and understanding of the Student Association's role and impact among the student community.

• Fostering Engagement: Encourage active student participation in Student Association activities, including self-nomination for Senate positions and involvement in elections.

• Building Community Relations: Strengthen the relationship between the Student Association and the student body, ensuring students’ voices are heard and represented.

Places Visited:

• Empire Commons (February 5th)

• Liberty Terrace (February 7th)

• DQ Student Success Center (March 12th)

• The Orb in CC West (March 14th)