Department Information

The department of Student Governance & Citizenship strives to be the standard in guiding and developing emerging leaders committed to civic engagement, intentional advocacy, and the principles of democratic governance and institutions.

The department serves as a mission-critical component of The University of Alabama and the Division of Student Life by providing programmatic, procedural, and financial oversight to the Student Government Association through direct and indirect advisory and administrative support to over 300 elected and appointed student body leaders.

Who We Are

Rick Funk

Advisor

rfunk@retiree.ua.edu

After retiring from UA in 2022 completing 27 years of service, Rick returned to SGA on an interim basis in Fall 2023 to assist SGA. When Rick originally came to UA, he was Associate Dean of Students and helped SGA re-start after their three year hiatus.

Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Rick Funk

Marcie Mott

Administrative Assistant II

marcie.mott@ua.edu

Marcie has been at the Capstone since 2011 where she started in Specialized Recruitment in Admissions. After thirteen years with Admissions, including two with Campus Tours, she is now proudly serving as the Administrative Assistant II for the Student Government Association. She is excited to be back face to face with students and helping the SGA further their goals on campus.

Marcie Mott

Ella Marie Maggio

Program Manager

emmaggio@ua.edu

Ella Marie is a two-time graduate of The University of Alabama’s College of Education and is committed to empowering student leaders to make meaningful contributions through collaborative engagement and campus-wide initiatives. She brings valuable experience from her time at the Center for Community-Based Partnerships within the Division of Community Affairs, where she served as a program coordinator and previously as a graduate research assistant. During her time as a student, she was a member of the Crimson Tide Women’s Rowing Team. She now draws upon both her academic and professional experiences to support and guide the elected and appointed student leaders of the Capstone.

Ella Maggio Headshot

Contact Us

Phone

205-348-2742

Address

Student Governance & Citizenship
The University of Alabama
751 Campus Drive West
Suite 2617
Box 870287
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487