Student Government

The Associated Student Council is the principle student governing body. It is comprised of three executive officers, elected in the spring, and nine other officers, selected in the spring. The 2007-2008 ASC includes president Janet Orega, vice president Jamie Brown, vice president of programming Stephanie McGarvie, publicity agent Heather Wopperer, secretary/treasurer Damaris Craig, VP programming assistant Brooke Helpenstell, representatives/programmers Sierra McCoy, Antoinne "Chidi" Bbayaga, Alle Petty, Krystal Tolliver, Terrance Stewart and Sam Flett.

Applications for the 2008-09 ASC are due by the end of May. Interested students are welcome to print this application and submit it to the Office of Student Programs by the end of May.

Meetings are held weekly, October through June, at noon on Tuesdays in the ASC conference room. Students, staff and faculty are welcome.

The ASC's primary function is to develop the student budget and to oversee activities and programs, including concerts, dances, child care, clubs, field trips, etc.

ASB Cards
Associated Student Body cards provide identification for college students and free or reduced admission to varsity athletic events, dances and other activities, as well as video, and recreation checkout.

Video Checkout
The ASC provides a library of video movies for free checkout with an ASB card.

Clubs
The ASC provides funding and support for a variety of clubs and organizations and encourages students to form new clubs. Current clubs include Basketball Club, Communications Club, Christian Collegiate Fellowship, IT Club, Phi Beta Lambda (business) and Phi Theta Kappa (honor society). For more information on clubs, contact the ASC.

Child Care
The ASC assists with funding for the college Early Childhood Educare Center. Phone 417-6532.

Students interested in serving on the ASC may pick up application packets in the Office of Student Programs. The general election for ASC president, vice president and secretary-treasurer will be held in April. The six representatives are appointed following an interview process annually in June.