Hello USC Graduate Student Community,
My name is Matt Multach and I am the Director of Elections & Recruitment for Graduate Student Government. Graduate Student Government (GSG) is the official governing body of the 27,000+ graduate students at University of Southern California. As a student-run group of elected leaders, our mission is to establish a cohesive voice for our graduate students, foster an integrated community, enhance student life, and inform students about their rights, resources, and opportunities.
We have officially opened applications for our 2020-2021 Board of Directors. There are three separate application windows for (1) President and Senior Vice President; (2) Vice Presidents; and (3) Directors. Interested applicants will submit a self-nomination by completing our “Intent to Run” application. There are 27 open positions to which you can apply. Students who serve on GSG’s Board of Directors receive a semesterly stipend. Please see the attached flyer for a list of available positions, and more information regarding the application timeline and process.
Please see below for Frequently Asked Questions regarding elections. If you have additional questions, you are strongly encouraged to email me at gsger@usc.edu!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I apply if I’m not currently serving as a GSG Senator?
A: Yes! All USC graduate students are welcome to apply.
Q: What are the requirements to be able to apply?
A: You must be a programming-fee-paying USC graduate student. If you are an on-campus student, you likely fall in this category unless you have chosen to “opt-out” of the Programming Fee. This line item appears in your USC bill as “GRAD Student Programming Fee Fa2019”.
Q: Where can I find more information on the various positions?
A: https://tinyurl.com/GSG20-21Board. You will need to be signed in with your USC email to view this document.
Q: Where can I apply?
A: President (open through 11/08): https://tinyurl.com/GSG20-21PresSrVP. You will need to be signed in with your USC email to access this application.
A: Senior Vice President (open through 11/08): https://tinyurl.com/GSG20-21PresSrVP. You will need to be signed in with your USC email to access this application.
A: Vice Presidents (opens 11/19 through 12/03): https://tinyurl.com/GSG20-21VPs. You will need to be signed in with your USC email to access this application.
A: Directors (opens 12/01 through 01/10/20): https://tinyurl.com/GSG20-21Directors. You will need to be signed in with your USC email to access this application.
Q: What does the application/submission process entail?
A: All applicants must submit an intent to run form and submit a resume of relevant experiences through the application links listed above. Other elements of the application vary by position.
Q: What are the expectations of a GSG Board Member?
A: 5 hours per week fulfilling the responsibilities of your position. You are expected to work starting in Spring 2020.
Q: Is this a paid position?
A: Yes! All positions are paid by semesterly stipend, equivalent to 2 units of tuition per semester. As of 2019, the tuition rate per unit is $1,928.
We highly encourage each of you to consider applying. This is a great experience to make the most of your time at USC and make a lasting impact in our community. We look forward to hearing from you!
