Parliament/DESC Roundtable
All students are invited to attend the weekly Student Parliament & Distance Education Student Coordinator (DESC) Roundtable Meetings, held on Thursdays at 5:30 PM via Zoom.
These meetings are designed to create a direct, open line of communication between the student body, student government, and leadership. Whether you want to learn how student government works, share concerns, ask questions, or simply listen in, your participation is welcome and encouraged.
You do not need prior experience with the student government to attend. All voices matter, and all students are encouraged to participate at whatever level they feel comfortable.
These meetings are hosted by Parliament Chair Miranda Hopkins and Distance Education Student Coordinator Arthur Belanger. The goal is to foster transparency, inclusion, and meaningful student engagement in a respectful and accessible environment.
Meeting Focus by Week:
1st & 3rd Thursdays: Student Parliament
Learn about the parliamentary process, current initiatives, and how decisions are made that impact students.
2nd & 4th Thursdays: DESC & Student Issues
A space for distance education students—and all students—to raise concerns, discuss challenges, and share feedback.
5th Thursday (when applicable): Open Town Hall
An open-format discussion for any topics students wish to bring forward.
For more information:
Miranda Hopkins
miranda.hopkins@maine.edu
Parliament Chair
Arthur Belanger
arthur.belanger@maine.edu
Distance Education Student Coordinator
