BOCA RATON — A new tradition is about to be born, one that will pair Lynn University’s iconic symbol of the Knight with the famous legend of King Arthur’s Round Table.
As its name suggests, it has no head, implying that everyone who sits there has equal status.
Starting this semester,Lynn’s student government association will reflect this type of structure. The Knights of the Roundtable will replace the former Student Government Association (SGA) and the traditional student government concept led by a president. Instead, 12 “knights” will be chosen to represent their different courts – each court to represent various clubs, organizations and student interest groups.
The 12 courts include: Community service, religion, special interest, Greeks, residential life, student athletes, academic, knights activities team, recreation, commuters, graduate and evening, communication and members at large.
Phil Riordan, vice president of student life, said he is excited because “This will give 11 more students the opportunity to step up and the chance for all students to work together toward a common goal. It provides more involvement across the board, and offers more flexibility.”
There will be two meetings a month: one closed (for the 12 knights to meet separately) and one open to all members of the courts. Each court will meet individually as well.
“This is a unique approach that allows for more representation,” says Riordan.
In September, Student Life will host the inaugural Knights of the Roundtable meeting where all courts will get together to pick their knight.