How to Get Involved
During the Election Period (usually mid-spring semester)
Students may run for office. Candidate packets are available in the Center for Student Life and Leadership Development.
During Non-Election Periods
Follow these steps:
- Complete an application to the Advocacy Board, Cultural Awareness Board, and/or Programming Board (below).
- You will be contacted by the Board Chair and/or the A.S. President in order to schedule a brief interview to review your application, discuss the Board's mission and goals, and talk about next steps.
- Attend an Advocacy Board, Cultural Awareness Board, or Programming Board meeting (depending on which you applied to).
- If your application is accepted, the A.S. President will appoint you to the Board to which you applied.
- After attending a minimum of three (3) Board meetings, you may be considered for a seat on the A.S. Senate (if there are open seats available).
- The A.S. President may, at his or her discretion, appoint you to the Senate. This appointment must be confirmed by a vote of the ASCSM Senate. In addition, you must meet all eligibility requirements (please see the ASCSM Constitution and Bylaws for eligibility requirements).
Board Applications
- ASCSM Advocacy Board Application
Interested in joining the Advocacy Board? Complete this application and you will be contacted by the Board Chair and/or A.S. President to schedule a brief interview. The Advocacy Board focuses on researching political issues and advocating on behalf of students on the local, state and federal level. - ASCSM Equity Affairs Board Application
Interested in joining the Equity Affairs Board? Complete this application and you will be contacted by the Board Chair and/or A.S. President to schedule a brief interview. The Equity Affairs Board plans, organizes, promotes, executes, and evaluates events that recognize and celebrate the unique diversity of the CSM community. - ASCSM Programming Board Application
Interested in joining the Programming Board? Complete this application and you will be contacted by the Board Chair and/or A.S. President to schedule a brief interview. The Programming Board focuses on providing a broad range of events on campus, including co-curricular, cultural, and social activities. - ASCSM Public Relations Board Application
Interested in joining the Public Relations Board? Complete this application and you will be contacted by the Board Chair and/or A.S. President to schedule a brief interview. The Public Relations Board is responsible for planning and coordinating the promotion for all ASCSM events and activities.
