The Spelman Student Government Association (SSGA) is a body composed of elected and appointed student representatives which meets regularly to discuss matters of general concern regarding students. The assembly acts as a liaison between the student body and the faculty, staff and administration by presenting proposals, programs, activities, and resolutions that reflect the tenor of student opinion. They also seek to foster sisterhood among Spelman women as well as to help students gain an understanding of themselves, society, and the African-American heritage.

In addition to discussing educational and social issues confronting Spelman College students, the SSGA is responsible for allocating funds to all student clubs and organizations to assist them with their programming and leadership needs.

Spelman College is committed to building a community of African American women who are leaders of tomorrow. The school strongly encourages each woman to get involved in the various committees, programs, and activities sponsored by the SSGA. The advisor of the Spelman Student Government Association is the Director of Student Activities.