Associated Students AS

Applying for positions within Office of the Executive Vice President

Position(s)

  • Campus-Wide Senator

About Associated Students
The Associated Students of the University of California, San Diego are the elected and appointed representatives of the UC San Diego student body. The ASUCSD works to promote student engagement through its services and leadership opportunities. The ASUCSD seeks to foster a cohesive community through active interaction and communication with students, the administration, and the greater San Diego Community. Our mission is to facilitate and encourage students to grow and develop through their involvement in student government, its services, and auxiliaries. We promote student engagement in all areas of campus life through leadership, advocacy, and service in order to build and strengthen our community.

About the AS Office of the Executive Vice President and Senate
The Office of the Executive Vice President (EVP) is the central hub of legislative operations within the Associated Students of UC San Diego. While the EVP presides over the Senate and manages its 29 elected senators and seven executive officers, the office itself is supported by a dedicated team of staffers who ensure that the Senate functions smoothly and effectively as the legislative branch of ASUCSD.

The Legislative Branch of the Associated Students, known as the Senate, is responsible for establishing the policies of the Association. The Senate is composed of elected and appointed student representatives who serve as the voice of the undergraduate student body. Senators work to open lines of communication between students, the administration, and the greater community. They are proactive in addressing student needs, and they play a vital role in providing and facilitating services and resources that enhance the UC San Diego experience.

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Overview:
Campus-Wide Senators represent the entire UC San Diego undergraduate student body. Unlike constituency-specific senators (e.g., First-Year or Transfer Senators), Campus-Wide Senators are charged with developing policy, programs, and initiatives that benefit all students across the university. They serve as a bridge between students, campus administration, and Associated Students UCSD (ASUCSD), ensuring that diverse voices are heard and included in decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and support policies, programs, and initiatives that benefit the entire undergraduate community.

  • Advocate for student needs based on the most pressing issues facing ASUCSD during the academic year (ex., affordability, housing, sustainability, mental health, academic equity, campus safety, transportation).

  • Actively represent the concerns and perspectives of students from all years, colleges, and backgrounds.

  • Conduct outreach to ensure students are aware of campus resources, opportunities, and updates.

  • Serve on at least two external committees, representing student interests in areas such as academics, equity, sustainability, student life, and university governance.

  • Report back to the Senate and student body about committee developments that impact UCSD undergraduates.

  • Be responsible for two advocacy areas, projects, initiatives, and/or programs to be included in the Advocacy Agenda by the Executive Vice President, provided that one directly benefits the first-year student community.

  • Attend and actively participate in all mandatory meetings, including, but not limited to:

    • Weekly Assembly/Cabinet meetings (Wednesdays at 4:00 PM)

    • Finance/Legislative Committee meetings (Wednesdays at 5:00 PM)

    • Senate meetings (Wednesdays at 6:00 PM)

    • Standing Committee meetings as assigned

  • Dedicate a minimum of two hours per week to community engagement:

    • One hour for office hours for direct constituents

    • One hour for general outreach, which may include online communication, tabling, attending organization meetings, or other constituent engagement

  • Complete a weekly report to be delivered to the Senate and published by the Office of Communications.

  • Be expected to contribute approximately 10–12 hours per week toward the position.
     

Qualifications:

  • Students passionate about making a campus-wide impact on student life, academics, and well-being.

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

  • Commitment to attending required meetings and fulfilling weekly responsibilities.

Compensation:

  • Stipend $45/week for 41 weeks or until school year ends

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