SGA Positions

Opportunities to Lead, Roles to Inspire!

Welcome to the SGA Positions Page! 

Here, you will find valuable information about the different roles available within our organization. Whether you’re interested in becoming a leader or want to learn more about how we operate, this page will guide you through the elected and appointed positions, list general qualifications, and what to do if a position opens up.

Dive in to discover how you can get involved and make a difference in our student community!

Elected vs. Appointed Positions in SGA

The Student Government Association (SGA) has two main types of positions: elected and appointed. Understanding the difference between these roles is important for all students.

Elected Positions: Elected positions are filled through a voting process. In the fall semester, students can run for these positions, and then their peers can vote to choose who will serve. This process gives students a say in who represents them and makes decisions on their behalf.

Appointed Positions: Appointed positions are filled by students submitting applications, and elected members make assignments based on the application details. This method allows SGA members to select individuals with specific skills or experience that can benefit the organization.

Basic Qualifications for All Positions

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (3.0 or higher will be considered) for elected positions

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (2.7 or higher will be considered) for appointed positions

  • First semester Freshmen and UPP candidates are exempt from GPA 

  • Full-time student status

  • Good financial standing with IUGB

  • Adherence to the University’s Code of Ethics

  • Serves a one-year term

Filling Open Positions

If any position becomes open during the year, there is a clear method to fill it. The SGA faculty advisor will announce the opening and provide information on how interested students can apply or be considered for the role. Then the elected members will select the candidates to fill the openings. This ensures that all positions are filled with qualified individuals who want to contribute.

Elected and Appointed Positions for 2024-2025

Elected Positions
  1. Executive Cabinet: President, Vice President, Chief of Staff (CoS), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Programming Officer (CPO), Chief Communications Officer (CCO), and Chief Diversity Officer (CDO). 
  2. Senate: 4 Senior Senators, 4 Junior Senators, 4 Sophomore Senators, 2 Freshman Senators, and 2 UPP Senators
Appointed Positions
  1. Staff Assistants: three appointed members, two assist the CoS, while one serves as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Senate. 
  2. Funding Department (FD): five appointed members to assist the CFO
  3. Programming Department (PD): Five committees with five to eight appointed members (committees have an executive director and associate director appointed by the President) to work with the CPO
  4. Communications Department (CD): Four teams with five appointed members (teams have a director and associate director appointed by the President) to assist the CCO
  5. Advocacy Department (AD): Advocacy liaisons are appointed as needed when recommended by the CDO
  6. Legislative Committees (LC): Six committees with no more than four appointed members (committees have a committee chair appointed by the President) to work with the Senators

Watch for upcoming details for openings and training for these leadership opportunities!