Megan Murga is a passionate and diligent individual whose experiences have shaped her commitment to serving her community. As the eldest daughter of immigrant parents, she uses her voice and actions, grounded in both resilience and generosity, to uplift others around her. She carries an ambitious spirit, one that embraces big dreams and invites others to rise with her.

Megan’s commitment to advocacy began with her election as her district’s student representative to the Board of Education, where she earned recognition as an Outstanding School Board Member for her contributions. Her dedication to youth representation expanded beyond her campus to work on two congressional campaigns: Bushra Amiwala (IL-09) and Patty García (IL-04), amplifying youth voter turnout. In the upcoming year, Megan steps into new leadership roles as both National Honor Society and Civic Leaders of America (CLA) Chapter President, after serving as CLA Director of Expansion and earning recognition as the Midwest CLA Best Speaker.

As a Peer Mediation leader, she helps students navigate conflict, drawing on her ability to listen and build trust. She is an avid tennis player, and by junior year became the Varsity Tennis Captain, competing at the 1st doubles position and earning the Coaches Award for her leadership and sportsmanship.

Megan’s drive to achieve is rooted in her commitment to equity and empowerment. She is inspired by the strength of women who challenge barriers and the resilience of marginalized communities. She is determined to use her voice to open doors for others.