Middlebury is gearing up for its Student Government Association (SGA) presidential election scheduled for Monday, April 14. The student body faces an important decision among three capable and motivated candidates: Nicole Meyers ’26.5, Tony Wang ’26 and Islam Abushareah ’26.5. Each candidate has outlined unique visions and policies aimed at enhancing campus life and ensuring that student concerns remain at the forefront of the administration’s agenda.
Islam Abushareah ’26.5
Islam Abushareah is a candidate deeply engaged in campus life, advocating strongly for increased transparency and responsive governance within the SGA. His active participation in various campus initiatives underscores his commitment to community-oriented leadership. Abushareah aims to address both academic and social challenges comprehensively, prioritizing student welfare and inclusive representation within the college administration.
Central to his campaign is a commitment to ongoing dialogue between students and their representatives.
“We need continuous and meaningful dialogue between students and their elected representatives,” Abushareah said, emphasising the importance of active student involvement in governance.
His platform includes proposals aimed at enhancing student resources and addressing campus-wide issues holistically, ensuring that all students feel supported academically and socially.
Abushareah places a particular emphasis on inclusivity and student wellness, aiming to create a campus environment where all students have equal access to resources and opportunities. He intends to implement policies that foster greater campus unity, thereby enhancing student satisfaction and community spirit.
Nicole Meyers ’26.5
Nicole Meyers, originally from San Diego, Calif., now considers Victoria, British Columbia home. Meyers is a Literary Studies major with a minor in Classics, and currently serves as the SGA Health and Wellness Director. During her tenure, she has contributed to improving student dining experiences through collaborative events such as the Future of Dining. Meyers also promotes student wellness education, participating in Fresh Check Day and Safer Medication Disposal Day.
Meyers’ governing philosophy centers around transforming student feedback into concrete institutional change.
“I am passionate about turning conversations with students into actionable policy,” she said in an interview with The Campus, indicating her commitment to responsive leadership.
Her proposals include enhancing dining hall offerings, establishing online booking systems for appointments with Deans and Health Center services and increasing accessibility to the Snow Bowl. Meyers is also focused on community engagement, proposing social initiatives for winter months to bolster campus connections.
“My vision for Middlebury includes ample spaces for community connection,” she said, reflecting her broader goal of fostering inclusivity and student well-being.
Tony Wang ’26
Tony Wang, who hails from Southern California, brings a diverse educational background, including attendance at a boarding school on the East Coast. Currently balancing his commitments as a varsity athlete on both the football and track teams, Wang is dedicated to demonstrating leadership through service and engagement. Wang highlighted his commitment in an email to The Campus.
“I hope to bring the best I can for you guys, the pillars of Middlebury College,” he wrote.
His campaign focuses heavily on improving student experiences through increased funding for campus activities, such as enhancing the scale and quality of traditional events, including the Spring Formal and Spring Concert. Additionally, Wang wants to address the distinct needs of international and first-generation students, promising targeted support to ease their transition into college life.
He said that he recognizes existing divisions within the student body, especially between athlete and non-athlete communities and is committed to bridging this divide. Wang’s practical proposals extend to campus logistics, such as advocating for student access to faculty parking during evening hours.
Editors from The Campus will moderate a debate between the three candidates and their vice presidents on Friday, April 11 from 5–7 p.m. on the stage in the Grille. By hearing from these contenders on specific issues directly, spectators will have the opportunity to decide for themselves whose policies and visions for the 2025–2026 school year resonate the most.
Happy Voting, Panthers!
