Instructions for the Spring 2025 Student Government Association Elections
The Student Government Association (SGA) at Holy Cross has taken its annual "Meet the Candidates" event online this year, reflecting the changes brought about by the ongoing pandemic. While the search results do not provide specific details about the roles and responsibilities of the various positions within the SGA, we can infer a general structure based on common student government associations.
The SGA Co-Presidents serve as the chief student representatives, leading meetings, representing student interests to the administration, coordinating with other officers, and overseeing the functioning of the student government. Class Officers, representing their specific class, organize class events, communicate class concerns to the SGA, and foster class unity. Senators, representing specific constituencies or interest groups within the student body, serve on committees, propose and vote on legislation affecting student life, and liaise between students and administration. Other positions, such as Treasurer, Secretary, Committee Chairs, manage budgeting and funds, keep records and minutes, and lead specific initiatives like event planning, community service, or advocacy efforts.
The SGA elections are currently underway, with students required to submit an Elections Code of Conduct form, a signed SGA Signatures Sheet, a Letter of Intent, and a Headshot to run for office. The positions of class councils, Senate, and SGA Co-Presidency are determined by student votes.
Candidates for Co-President must run in pairs and have at least two years of SGA experience. Senators represent their peers, work on passing legislation, engage with RSOs, and oversee the budget process. Campaigning for the election can include distributing handouts, utilizing online resources, or promoting a candidate, but only if the physical postings are approved by the Judicial Council and have a stamp from the Office of Student Involvement.
The Class of 2028 is encouraged to showcase their leadership abilities through SGA participation. An op-ed titled "Why We Support Ben and Jackie for the SGA Co-Presidency" has been published, but it does not reflect an official endorsement from the SGA or any other campus entity. Candidates for SGA Class Senators, Senators-at-Large, Council, and Cabinet positions have announced their candidacy.
The elections are overseen by the Judicial Branch, and first-year students at the campus have the opportunity to participate. The election timeline includes submission of paperwork by February 24, campaigning from March 11, voting from March 24 to March 26, and the release of election results as soon as possible after voting concludes.
Lastly, it's worth noting that the SGA Co-Presidents can be from the Classes of 2026, 2027, or 2028, and there are Class Office positions available for the Classes of 2026, 2027, and 2028. The event "Meet the Candidates" was previously held in-person but has moved online this year.
For precise and official descriptions, consulting Holy Cross's Student Government Association website or student handbook would be necessary. Stay tuned for updates on the SGA elections at Holy Cross.
- The student body at Holy Cross can find a general structure of the Student Government Association (SGA) based on common student government associations.
- The SGA Co-Presidents serve as the chief student representatives, leading meetings, representing student interests, coordinating with other officers, and overseeing the functioning of the student government.
- Class Officers, such as the representatives of class councils, organize class events, communicate class concerns, and foster class unity within the student body.
- Senators, representing specific constituencies or interest groups, serve on committees, propose and vote on legislation affecting student life, and liaise between students and administration.
- Other positions, like the Treasurer, Secretary, Committee Chairs, manage budgeting and funds, keep records and minutes, and lead specific initiatives like event planning, community service, or advocacy efforts.
- The SGA elections are currently underway, with students required to submit necessary paperwork and the positions of class councils, Senate, and SGA Co-Presidency are determined by student votes.
