U-SU BOD Election

University–Student Union — Board of Directors

Are you ready to lead, connect, and make a meaningful difference? Join the U-SU Board of Directors and become part of a community dedicated to collaboration, inclusion, and growth. Develop valuable professional skills, expand your network, and vote on policies that shape and enhance the U-SU experience. Your voice matters! This is your chance to create a lasting impact.

Position Descriptions

U-SU Board of Directors

Responsibilities and Requirements

Some responsibilities include:

Be available to meet in person every Friday during the semester from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Attend monthly Board of Director meetings and Committees (2 to 3 times a month)
Attend Board Orientation (August prior to class starting) and monthly trainings (1 to 2x/month)
Serve on at least two assigned sub-committees
Run for Chair and/or Vice Chair (meet weekly with the Executive Director)
As an undergraduate member, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA each semester of each term
As a graduate member, you must maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester of each term

Benefits of Serving

Some benefits include:

Develop leadership and career skills
Build your academic and professional resume
Network with peers, faculty, and staff members who also serve on the Board
Influence the future of the U-SU by providing opinions on existing programs, services, and policies
Sponsorships to professional conferences
Semesterly reimbursement for educational expenses
$295 per semester for the Board Chair
$250 per semester for all other Student Directors

Eligibility

Eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors will be verified by the Office of the Dean of Students.

General Applicant/Candidate Requirements

Be considered in good standing with the University -must not be on academic, disciplinary or administrative probation
Been enrolled at Cal State LA for one (1) semester prior to application
Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA during the last 12 months
Be available for scheduled meetings

Undergraduate Applicant Requirements

Have been enrolled at Cal State LA and completed two quarters prior to applying
Have earned no fewer than 9 quarter units of academic credit during that year prior to consideration
Have earned a 2.0 or better grade point average during the 12 months immediately preceding the quarter in which the appointment occurs

Graduate Applicant Requirements

Earned a total of twelve (12) units during the last year as an undergraduate if the applicant’s BA/BS was received from Cal State LA within the past 3 years
Earned at least three (3) units per semester of continuous attendance
Enrolled in at least three (3) semester units during the term the appointment/election occurs
Maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester while in office
Earned less than 50 semester units

If you have any questions regarding the process or requirements, please call the U-SU Administrative Front Desk at (323) 343—2450 or email us at info.usu@calstatelaelections.org