ASSOCIATED STUDENT UNION
SPRING 2024 ASU ELECTIONS
Join Student Government
The Associated Student Union is looking for students interested in joining the ASU. Students will be appointed by the Executive Council to serve as Commissioners for the 2024-2025 Academic Year.
We are seeking enthusiastic students who are eager to make a positive impact, bring fresh ideas, and represent their peers. Whether you have a passion for student advocacy, event planning, or community engagement, running for a student government position provides a platform to make a difference and shape the student experience.
If you believe in the power of student leadership and want to play a crucial role in enhancing the student experience, we encourage you to apply to run for office.
Submit the ASU Elections Application by Friday, March 22, 2024 at 1:00PM.
The term for office is July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025.
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Check Off List: Spring 2024 Elections
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Apply online here: ASU Elections Application
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Paper applications are available in the Student Life Office located on the 2nd floor of the Student Union Building Room 208.
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Application deadline: Friday, March 22, 2024
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Term: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025
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Paid ASU member ($10 ASO fee) for Spring 2024 semester.
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Answer ALL questions.
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Review the ASU Constitution and Bylaws for the different officer positions.
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Have an open schedule on the following days:
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Tuesdays from 1:30pm to 5:00pm to attend Executive Council meetings (All positions)
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If Elected You Must:
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Complete 5 office hours per week in person.
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Must attend 2 Participatory Governance Committee meetings each month (Once a Month). Board members are the student representatives for those groups.
Positions Available
Read about the responsibilities for each position at ASU Bylaws (Revised Spring 2020)
- President
- Vice President
- Commissioner of Campus & Environmental Affairs
- Commissioner of Ethnic & Cultural Affairs
- Commissioner of Fine Arts
- Commissioner of Health & Wellness
- Commissioner of Political Affairs
- Commissioner of Publicity & Social Media
- Commissioner of Student Life
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for an elected or appointed office, students must comply with the Los Angeles Community College
District Administrative: AP 5411 Eligibility for Associated Student Organization Offices
The following standards governing candidate and officer (as defined by the ASO constitution and by-laws) eligibility for appointed and elected Associated Student Organization officers (ASO), must be met:
A. The candidate or officer must be a currently paid member of the ASO, at the college where the election is being held, and have successfully completed no more than 80 degree-applicable units in the District.
Currently paid member ($10 ASO fee) for Spring 2024 semester
B. The candidate may seek only one campus office within the District and must meet minimum enrollment requirement, as described below, at the institution. Students interested in the Student Trustee position, may not seek an ASO office position at the nine LACCD Colleges simultaneously.
C. Per Section 76061 of the Education Code, a student who is elected or appointed to serve as an officer in the student government of a community college shall meet any of the following requirements:
(a) The student shall be enrolled in the community college at the time of election, and throughout the student’s term, with a minimum of five credit semester units,
(b) The student shall be enrolled in an adult education program (noncredit program only) offered by a community college district pursuant to Article 9 (commencing with Section 84900) of Chapter 5 of Part 50, at the time of the election and throughout the student’s term.
(c) The student is enrolled in the community college at the time of election, and throughout the student’s term, and is a disabled student, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 84850 shall be enrolled in coursework as prescribed in their educational plan. As used in this section, “disabled students” are persons with exceptional needs with a verified disability by the Office of Special Programs and Services.
D. The candidate or officer must not be on academic or progress probation, as defined by AP 4255 Probation during the semesters in which the student government office is applied for and held. The candidate or officer must have and maintain a cumulative and current GPA of at least 2.0 in the units completed at all the colleges in the District. Current means the most recently completed semester or session. The ASO Constitution may not set a higher GPA requirement.
F. Students enrolled in an adult education program or enrolled in a reduced course load due to a verified disability by the Office of Special Services must successfully complete all coursework enrolled in at the time of the election or appointment. Students falling below this requirement will automatically forfeit their office.
If you're passionate about representing your peers and making a difference for all 9-colleges in the LACCD, running for student trustee could be an excellent opportunity for you. As a student trustee, you represent all 9 college in the Los Angeles Community College District. You'll have the opportunity to advocate for student needs, voice concerns, and collaborate with the Board of Trustees members to enact positive changes on all campuses. Embrace the opportunity to lead and serve your fellow students by running for student trustee today!
- For details on deadlines and requirements you may go to Student Trustee Application Packet.
- Apply for Student Trustee by Friday, March 15, 2024 at 4:00 PM. Paper applications are available in Student Life, 2nd floor of the Student Union Building.
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ASSOCIATED STUDENT UNION
Office Hours and Location
Mondays to Thursdays: 8:00AM - 7:30PM
Fridays: 8:00AM - 1:00PM
Saturdays to Sundays: Closed
Student Union Bldg. 2nd Floor
Contact
Tel: 818-778-5516
Email: asu@lgmobilereg.com