Student Government

How to become an EXECUTIVE officer:

Per the Student Body Bylaws, elections are held no later than the last week of February. The officers of President-elect and Vice-President-elect (Pomona and Lebanon) are to be someone who has been a member of the Student Senate.

If you are interested in becoming an executive officer, complete the Executive Officer application and be sure to watch for e-mails about the election process.

Available Positions:

On-campus executive officer positions are President*,  Vice President (Pomona)*,  Vice President (Lebanon)*,  Secretary,  Treasurer and Club Coordinator.

*Only current senators may apply to the President and Vice President positions.

Roles & Responsibilities: 

President

Chair:
By-laws committee
Attends Meetings: 
Board of Trustee
Administrative Student Affairs Council

Vice President

Co-Chair:
Senate
Outreach Committee
Coordinates:
Class elections

VP WesternU-Oregon

Co-Chair:
Senate
Outreach Committee
Coordinates:
Class elections

Secretary

Chair:
Newsletter Committee
Outreach Committee
Records:
Senate meeting votes and minutes

Treasurer

Chair:
Finance Committee
Manages:
SGA budget 

Club Coordinator

Chair:
Student Organization Committee
Coordinates:
Campus-wide club events
Manages:
Club relations

Club Coordinator – WesternU Oregon

Chair:
Student Organization Committee
Coordinates:
Campus-wide club events
Manages:
Club relations

Application Process:

All candidates must apply by the announced deadline, be in good academic standing and adhere to the election process outlined in the Student Body Bylaws.

1. 1. 1. Complete an EXECUTIVE officer application.
      2. Meet with the Student Affairs Professional for you college (they must sign your application) and University Student Affairs.
      3. Attend the mandatory candidate meeting (watch for an e-mail) and bring your signed application.
      4. Present at open forum.

Application For: Executive SGA Officer

How to become a CLASS officer:

Available Positions:

The Senate consists of class officers from all of the programs/colleges. Each class consists of the following positions. Refer to the Class Officer Application for a description of responsibilities by position.

On-campus class officer positions are President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, Recreation Leader, Curriculum Representative, Alumni Representative and Library/Technology Representative

Off-campus class officer positions are Class Representatives.

Term, Roles & Responsibilities: 

The term of office and responsibilities varies by program. Speak with your college’s Student Affairs Professional for more details.

Application Process:

All candidates must apply by the announced deadline, be in good academic standing and adhere to the election process outlined in the Student Body Bylaws. Be sure to watch for e-mails about the election process.

If you are interested in running for a position:

1. 1. 1. Complete a CLASS officer application.
      2. Meet with the Student Affairs Professional for your college (they must sign your application)
      3. Attend the mandatory candidate meeting (watch for an e-mail) and bring your signed application.
      4. Present at open forum for your class (watch for an e-mail)

Application For: Class SGA Officer

Elections Schedule