Statement of Purpose

Associated Students, Inc. serves as the official governing body of the Sacramento State students and through operation and sponsorship of programs and services meets the varied needs of students.

The following shall be the primary means by which the Associated Students fulfills its purpose:

• Through operation and sponsorship of programs and services designed to meet the varied needs of students;

• Through expression of student interest on campus and off; expression of student opinion regarding action and positions taken on the campus and at local, state, national and international levels, that relate to student and access to education;

• By supporting and strengthening campus cultural, social, academic and recreational opportunities, encouraging healthy civic and campus involvement, and developing further development of the students of Sacramento State and the campus community.

Our Mission

Associated Students, Inc. serves as the official governing body of the Sacramento State students and through operation and sponsorship of programs and services meets the varied needs of students. We provide experiential education, leadership opportunities, student representation, various business and recreational services, campus life programs and activities that support the campus and greater Sacramento community.

Our Values

Integrity
What we say is what we do!
We communicate respectfully at all levels.
We are true to ourselves and the organization.

Team Work
We respect and recognize every member and their role in the organization.
We take part in open, honest and regular communication.
We support and assist each other in working towards our common goals.

Commitment
We do what it takes to get the job done.
We work to exceed minimum standards.
We personally invest in our organization.

Passion & Purpose
We are excited about and believe in what we do!
We hire and support individuals who value and are committed to the organization’s mission.
We believe that what we do contributes to others’ growth and success.

Community Support
We are a voice for students.
We provide learning experiences, services and programs.
We promote campus life and involvement.
We provide a connection to the greater community.
We set high personal and professional standards.

Excellence In Service
We seek to understand and respond to our constituents’ needs and priorities.
We assess the importance and impact of our programs and services.
We strive to celebrate our successes and improve our shortcomings.

Diversity
We acknowledge our equality and honor our differences; above all, respect governs our actions.