Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
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ASSOCIATED STUDENT<br />
GOVERNMENT(ASG)<br />
H-600; 619-388-2903<br />
The Associated <strong>Student</strong> Government(ASG)<br />
is a significant component of <strong>Mesa</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong>’s shared governance. The ASG<br />
represents student needs and concerns.<br />
It encourages academic excellence,<br />
leadership, and community involvement<br />
among students. It is your voice in campus<br />
issues.<br />
ASG members must be officially enrolled<br />
at <strong>Mesa</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Membership entitles<br />
students to many benefits. The cost of<br />
membership is $8 per year. Membership<br />
packets are available at the <strong>Student</strong> Affairs<br />
Office, H-500.<br />
ASG Membership Benefits<br />
ASG membership is your key to a wide<br />
variety of valuable benefits, including:<br />
• Free gift<br />
• Scholarships<br />
• Eligibility for ASG office<br />
• Book loans, emergency loans ($5-10)<br />
• Free scantrons<br />
• Discounted fax service<br />
• Club funding, assistance<br />
• Free admission to athletic events<br />
ASG Services and Activities<br />
Here’s what the ASG does for students:<br />
• Represents students on campus issues<br />
• Provides leadership opportunities<br />
• Offers scholarship opportunities<br />
• Provides club matching funds program<br />
• Donates to campus events and activities<br />
• Funds leadership conferences<br />
ASG Events<br />
A major part of the <strong>Mesa</strong> ASG budget helps<br />
to support events that greatly benefit all<br />
students, including:<br />
• Club Rush Week<br />
• Club events<br />
• Multicultural receptions<br />
• Campus outreach programs<br />
• Math, short story, and poetry contest<br />
• Scholarships Awards Banquet<br />
• Commencement<br />
• Campus publications<br />
• Leadership development seminars<br />
COLLEGE PROGRAMS & SERVICES<br />
• Honors and awards programs<br />
• Food and clothing drives<br />
• Special assistance programs<br />
You Are the Associated <strong>Student</strong>s!<br />
The money that funds ASG programs is<br />
students’ money. Input and participation<br />
by students are needed in the decisionmaking<br />
process. The perspective of <strong>Mesa</strong><br />
ASG members on the many issues affecting<br />
the campus is important. <strong>Student</strong> support<br />
is crucial to make certain <strong>Mesa</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
continues to provide the excellence in<br />
education demanded by students. The<br />
ASG welcomes any ideas, concerns, or<br />
suggestions that will benefit you as a<br />
student.<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Government<br />
The student government is comprised of the<br />
ASG president, vice-president, treasurer,<br />
executive council, fifteen senators, three<br />
student judicial review board members, ICC<br />
representative, and student volunteers.<br />
Business meetings are held twice<br />
a week, Monday and Wednesday,<br />
12:30–1:30 pm. To express concerns<br />
about the campus, promote new ideas,<br />
help with activities, or make new friends,<br />
please attend the meetings. Participation<br />
in student government is recognized by<br />
colleges, universities, and prospective<br />
employers as an indication of commitment<br />
and accomplishment.<br />
Scholarship donor and recipients.<br />
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Representation of student perspectives<br />
on committees as a volunteer is another<br />
way of being involved. An hour a week as<br />
an ASG volunteer is a great way to make a<br />
difference on campus. Get involved! It’s fun!<br />
ASG Goals and Objectives<br />
The ASG of <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> <strong>Mesa</strong> <strong>College</strong> is the<br />
government of students for students. It is<br />
dedicated to the following mission:<br />
• To empower students by advocating<br />
and safeguarding their rights, including<br />
guaranteeing representation across<br />
cultural lines on critical issues<br />
• To develop a more inclusive and<br />
responsive campus climate, and to<br />
facilitate open communication with<br />
students, faculty, and administration<br />
• To develop and implement student<br />
activities<br />
• To develop a team spirit among <strong>Mesa</strong><br />
students<br />
• To improve communication among<br />
student, faculty, and administration<br />
• To increase and improve financial<br />
resources and services to students<br />
• To provide information on financial aid<br />
and scholarships<br />
President: 619-388-2904<br />
Vice President: 619-388-2903
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