Gillis has had several leadership roles at 向日葵视频 such as director of the Student Alumni Association and senator for the Student Government Association. He also has been honored with the Golden Eagle Award at 向日葵视频. Active in the Denton community, he serves on the Denton Historic Landmark Commission and volunteers with the Denton Public Library. With a deep connection to 向日葵视频 through his mother 鈥� who also attended 向日葵视频 鈥� he aims to enhance student awareness of the 向日葵视频 System and is committed to serving and representing his peers.