ASI & UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES

CURRENT COMMITTEE VACANCIES

WHY JOIN?
When it is all said and done, how will you be remembered? Will you be another face in the crowd walking from class to class with your head down and your earbuds in? Will you continue your routine? Class. Work. Study. Sleep. Class. Or will you take a chance; will you get involved?

If you are wondering how you can build up your resume or how you can make a difference, well, look no further. For nearly every passion a student might have there is an ASI committee to match. Business students can get involved in a Business and Finance committee; while those Environmental Studies majors might check out the Recycling or Sustainability committees. These outlets allow for students to make their voices heard by speaking on behalf of the student body. There are 28,000 students at Sac State. How will you make a difference?

ABOUT COMMITTEES
Committees meet anywhere from once a week to a few times a year. They give you the unique ability to build your team working skills and get professional experience while you are still in school. Not only will you serve Sac State as a student committee member, but you can receive access to a host of opportunities to have fun and build your leadership skills.


TYPES OF COMMITTEES

Administration and Business Affairs

Campus Safety and Environmental Health Committee
(1)  This committee is in charge of developing and recommending to the President policy changes and other actions related to public and occupational safety and environmental quality within the campus community.

Energy Committee
(1)  The purpose of the Energy Committee is to improve information sharing regarding energy conservation on campus, and to share information regarding policies/regulations.

Facilities Planning Committee
(1)  The purpose of the Facilities Planning Committee is to review and recommend policies and proposals affecting the University’s Physical environment.  The FPC is advisory to the president on matters that affect university plans and priorities or those that are likely to have a major impact on University Programs.

Instructionally Related Activities Committee
(3)  The IRA Advisory Committee hears budget presentations and recommends the allocation of projected resources to the President.  This committee begins in mid-February. 

Recycling Committee
(2) The Committee identifies opportunities to divert waste with minor operational changes and makes recommendations for improving recycling, reuse, and reducing the depletion of the earth’s resources for our campus.

Student Fee Advisory Committee
(4)  The SFAC is charged with the responsibility for reviewing and recommending to the President the establishment of new fees, increases/decreases in existing fees, or abolishment of fees.  This committee meets based on member availability.

University Sustainability Committee
(2)  This committee’s primary responsibilities include: assessing Sac State’s current practices in order to incorporate best available technologies into University sustainability efforts. It recommends new methods/techniques for incorporating sustainable practices into our operational activities, and building renovations.

University Budget Advisory Committee
(2)  UBAC facilitates the development of a highly transparent, informative, and participatory campus general fund budgeting process. 

Transportation Advisory Committee
(2)  The University Transportation Advisory Committee is the principal campus body responsible for recommending to the President or his designee policy on all aspects of campus transportation.  Based on member availability.

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University Enterprises, Inc.

Bookstore Advisory Committee
(2) This committee serves as an advisory committee to the operations and services of the bookstore.  Meetings based on member availability.

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President’s Office

Committee on Administrative Review
(1)  The committee seeks to assist people who hold administrative positions to maintain or improve their effectiveness.

Capital Public Radio Board of Directors
(1)  Capital Public Radio's mission is to provide a trusted source of information, music and entertainment for curious and thoughtful people in efficient, sustainable ways that meet their needs while strengthening the civic and cultural life of the communities we serve.

Intercollegiate Athletics Advisory Council
(1 Athlete)  The purpose of this committee is to provide guidance to the President of Sacramento State in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies that balance intercollegiate athletics with academic rigor and promote equity in the intercollegiate athletics program.  Meets once a month on Friday from 7:30a-9:30a.

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Student Affairs

ASI Elections Complaint Committee
(3) [if necessary during May] The Elections Complaint Committee shall have original jurisdiction to hear and rule on all complaints of violations of the ASI Election Code.

ASI Appellate Council
(3) [if necessary during May or June] The committee has the jurisdiction to hear and rule on all decisions of the Election Complaint Committee.

ASI Aquatic Center Advisory Committee
(2) The Committee will address the goals and general direction of the Aquatic Center. The Advisory Committee will provide oversight and review of the Associated Students' management of the Aquatic Center.  Meets once a quarter based on member availability.

Alcohol Advisory Committee
(1 & ASI President/Designee)  Alcohol Advisory Council encourages student health and wellness in an environment supportive of learning. It shall recommend policy and examine the following six areas as they pertain to alcohol and other drugs: Policies; Enforcement and Legal Issues; Education and Prevention Programs; Training, Intervention and Treatment; Assessment; & Resources.

Institutional Scholarship Committee
(1)   Collaborative committee that makes decisions regarding the distribution of the Sac State Scholarships.  Meets in early April through late May.

Multi-Cultural Center Advisory Council
(1)   The purpose of the Multi-Cultural Center (MCC) Advisory Council is to provide feedback on strategic planning and outreach for the development and vitality of the center.

Student Health Advisory Committee
(Unlimited)  The Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is a group of students who advise the Vice President of Student Affairs and the Director of the Student Health Services on health-related issues and on how the Student Health Services function, the services provided, operating procedures, and personnel selection.  If you would like to serve on this committee, contact Kalyn Coppedge at coppedge@csus.edu .

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ASI (Associated Students, Inc.)

ASI Audit Committee
(3)  This committee shall recommend to the ASI Board of Directors the retention and termination of the independent auditor.

ASI Scholarship Committee
(2)  The committee manages the annual ASI scholarship program.

DOC Committee
(3+)  The Dollars for Organizations and Clubs (DOC) Committee, shall serve as the funding body for: recognized students, organizations and clubs deemed in good standing.

ASI Finance and Budget Committee
(6+)  The committee shall receive and review program proposals that financially impact Associated Students.

ASI Athletic Work Team
(3)  The committee shall be responsible for making all recommendations to the Board regarding any funding of athletics or athletics complexes. It shall promote ASI involvement in intercollegiate athletics. It will advise and work with Rec Sports and will complete an assigned project.

ASI Website Management Committee
(1+)  The formation of this committee ensures that the ASI website is maintained consistently and is updated when needed.

ASI Internal Affairs Committee
(7)  This committee would review all proposed legislation and present a formal recommendation to the Board. The committee would also review the Policy and Procedures for the Board and recommend any changes. This committee would also review the five (5) year master plan and strategic plan for ASCSUS.

ASI Student Relations Committee
(3+)  This committee is responsible for a yearly student relations campaign.   This committee is to be the liaison between all clubs and organizations and ASI.  

ASI Traditions Work Team
(3+)  Shall be responsible for presenting to the ASI Board of Directors issues pertaining to campus traditions including but not limited to the following Homecoming Week, Hornet Welcome etc. It shall be responsible for expanding and enhancing current traditions at Sac State, creating and promoting new traditions at Sac State and shall act as the primary liaison to the University and other groups within ASI to ensure that traditions are received well by the student body, staff, faculty, and administration and those to continue into the future.

Financial Relations Committee
(3)  Shall be responsible for presenting to the students ASI’s financial standing and use of student dollars. This includes relaying ASI grant information to clubs, clarifying the annual ASI budget, and ensuring adequate student participation on ASI financial committees. The Financial Relations Committee is the external arm of the Vice President of Finance.

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Academic Affairs

Committee for Educational Equity
(1 Undergrad, 1 Grad)  This committee reviews and provides recommendations on Educational Equity programs and activities within the University.  Students would need to be available every third Thursday for the 2009-2010 academic year from 10 am -11 am for committee meetings.

Committee for Persons with Disabilities
(1)  The committee seeks to increase the representation of persons with disabilities in its student enrollment and its employment of staff and faculty.

Student Academic Development Grant Committee
(1 Grad, 1 Undergrad, preferred)  The committee determines the allocation of the Student Academic Development (SAD) grant funding.  Meets twice a semester based on member availability.

Academic Affairs Budget Advisory Committee
(1)  The committee will serve the Provost of Academic Affairs in an advisory capacity on matters regarding the amount, structure, and distribution of the budget of the Office of Academic Affairs.

Strategic Planning Council
(1 and ASI President/Designee)  The SPC’s primary purpose is to make recommendations to the President regarding planning and action priorities at the University level. It reviews and recommends updates to the Strategic Plan and each year puts together new planning goals and initiatives converted into proposals to be made to the Vice Presidents.

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Information Resources and Technology

IT Steering Committee
(1)   The IRT Steering Committee provides recommendations and advice to the Vice President and CIO (Steering Committee chair) on campus-wide information technology issues.  This committee is interested in student representatives who have an interest in student use of information technology for teaching and learning. Keep in mind that does not at all require someone with technical knowledge of information technology (e.g. does not require a computer science major or similar). The ideal candidate would be someone who regularly uses SacCT, campus computer labs, AIRC study areas, etc for their academic work.  Based on member availability.

IRT Academic Advisory Committee
(1)  The focus of the committee's activities will be on strategic planning, campus-wide priority setting for administrative IT initiatives, and making recommendations for needed IT policies.  The Academic  Advisory Committee receives info and/or recommendations from a number of working groups that are led by IRT staff. 

IRT Administrative Advisory Committee
(1)  The focus of the committee's activities will be on strategic planning, campus-wide priority setting for administrative IT initiatives, and making recommendations for needed IT policies as it pertains to Administration.  Student input on priorities for administrative systems like CMS, which covers such processes as student registration, financial aid etc. will be important.  Meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3p.

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University Union

University Union Board of Directors
(1)  The University Union Board of Directors is responsible for setting policy for the University Union Operations of Sacramento State

University Union Advisory Committee
(1)  The University Union is a community center for the University, for all members of the University family—students, faculty, administration, staff, alumni and guests.  Generally meets at 7:30 in the morning.

The WELL Advisory Committee
(1)  This committee will serve as an advising body to the WELL (A multi-use facility with multi-activity courts, weight and fitness rooms, climbing wall, indoor track and a new student health center).  Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4p-5p.

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Faculty Senate

Academic Information Technology Committee
(1)  Provide for consultation in academic related Information Technology decision making that impact academic users, balancing the Colleges' ability to provide resources and services to academic units and the University's ability to provide resources and services to the campus community.  Generally meets 1st and 3rd Fridays from 12:30p-1:30pm. 

Academic Policies Committee
(1)   Academic Policies Committee is a standing policy committee of the Faculty Senate, responsible for the development of policy and oversight of academic standards at California State University, Sacramento. Meets 1st and 3rd Fridays from 2:00p-3:30p.

Committee on Diversity and Equity
(1) Based on federal equal opportunity and affirmative action guidelines, the committee reviews, develops, and recommends to the Executive Committee revisions to existing goals, policies, and procedures in accordance with the University non-discrimination policies.  Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays from 2:00p-3:30p.

Council on the Preparation of School Personnel
(2) The Council shall: review all Subject Matter Programs and Professional Preparation Programs for compliance with the University's academic policies and regulations and recommend, as appropriate, revisions of course work or programs in the Subject Matter and/or Professional Preparation Programs. Identify and define issues related to the effective implementation of Subject Matter and Professional Preparation Programs. Meets as needed on 2nd Wednesdays 1p-3p.

Curriculum Policies Committee
(1)  It is a standing policy committee of the Faculty Senate, responsible for the development of policy and oversight of the curriculum for Graduate Majors, Undergraduate Majors and Other Curriculum Policy Matters.  Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 1:30p-2:50p.

Faculty Policies Committee
(1)  [1st and 3rd Wednesday each mo. 1-2:30 pm SAC 275] It is a standing policy committee of the Faculty Senate, responsible for the development and oversight of the policies and programs relating to faculty development and professional activities. The areas of responsibility include professional Development, Professional Standards, Diversity, Research and Creative Activities.  Meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 1:00p-2:30p.

General Education Policies & Graduation Requirements Committee
(1)   [1st and 3rd Mondays each month, 3-4:30pm SAC 275] It is a standing policy committee of the Faculty Senate, responsible for the development of policy and oversight of the General Education Program and Graduation Requirements.

University Appointment, Retention, and Tenure Committee
(1)  [meets as needed] The committee recommends changes in University ARTP policy through the Faculty Senate to the President. It reviews and recommends directly to the President, department, division, and college criteria, policies, and procedures applicable to the evaluation of faculty for the purpose of appointment, retention, tenure, and promotion. It advises the President on the allocation of all University promotion monies.  Meets most Tuesdays from 3pm-5pm.

Visiting Scholars Subcommittee
(1)  [meets as needed] Recommends which professors come to visit to teach for a year or so.

Graduate Studies Policies Committee
(1) Meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 8:30a-10:00a.

Lifetime Achievement Award for Community Service Selection Committee
(2)  Meets as needed.

Faculty Senate
(2, Ex-Officio) Meets every other Thursday from 2pm- 5pm.

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HOW TO JOIN
1.Download the Application application Download Application
2. Fill out the Application
3. Email it from your SACLINK ac-count to us at Tyk@csus.edu for grade verification (or)
4. Print, sign, and turn it in to Associated Students Government Office 3rd Floor, University Unioun.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Nick Allen
Vice President of University Affairs
916-278-4169
asivpua@csus.edu