Purdue Student Government

Over 95 Years of Commitment to Purdue Students Purdue Student Government Application for Position
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Full Name: __________________________________ Student I.D. Number: _______________ Birth date: ______________ Campus Address: ____________________________________ Phone: __________________ E-mail: _________________ Classification: ______ School/Major: ______________________ Cumulative GPA: ______ Semester GPA: _________ Expected No. of semesters left at Purdue: ___________ Academic Hours next semester: ______________________ How did you hear about PSGs Application? ______________________________________________________________________ Please attach your resume to the end of this application. Follow all directions. Please read through ALL DESCRIPTIONS PRIOR TO FILLING OUT APPLICATION completed packet should contain: 1 Completed Cover Sheet 1 Resume 1 Page of Completed Self-Response Prompts 1 Page of Campus Activities 1 Signed Grade Release Waiver and Statement of Understanding You may submit this form electronically by sending your completed packet to: studentgovernment@purdue.edu

Please choose the following roles you would like to be considered for (Role explanation on following pages):
Please select a Position Preference AND Team Preference

Position Preference (Please rank 1st 2nd and 3rd Choice):

____ Executive Director ____ Director ____ Associate Director

(Applications due Monday, 04/15/13 @ 12:00pm) (Applications due Thursday, 04/18/13 @ 12:00pm) (Applications due Thursday, 04/18/13 @12:00pm)

Team Preference (Please Rank 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th choice): ____ Programming ____ Communications and Marketing ____ Strategic Planning and Assessment ____ Governmental Relations ____ Student Engagement ____ Diversity & Inclusion

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POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
A. Executive Director:
As an Executive Director of a team, you will be responsible for managing your team of 3-10 people and effectively delegating projects. An Executive Director is typically a sophomore or older and has had prior experience in PSG. You will be responsible for ensuring your team members are actively engaged in the organization and are proactive with their projects, in addition to individual projects. Expectations/Duties: o Required to Attend BOTH Weekly Wednesday Senate and Board of Directors Meetings at 7PM o Serve a minimum of 5 office hours per week o Keep in weekly contact with the three clubs assigned to you by PSG On the Road, and attend at least two of their meetings per semester o Participate in at least 3 PSG activities/functions per semester

B. Director:
As a Director in a team, you will report directly to your Executive Director. In addition to projects delegated to you by your Executive Director, you are highly encouraged /expected to create projects of your own relating to your area of expertise within PSG. A director will serve as a direct aid to the Executive Director and typically has prior experience as an Associate Director. Expectations/Duties: o Required to Attend Bi-Weekly Board of Directors Meetings Wednesdays at 7PM o Serve a minimum of 3 office hours per week o Keep in weekly contact with the three clubs assigned to you by PSG On the Road, and attend at least two of their meetings per semester o Participate in at least 3 PSG activities/functions per semester

C. Associate Director:
ADs are generally freshman or sophomores who are looking to make an impact on campus, but arent sure quite where their niche is. During their first semester, Associate Directors are given the opportunity to work on projects for each team. Following their first semester, they may have an opportunity to be promoted to a Director position within a team that fits their interests and personality the best, as well as the organizations needs. Expectations/Duties: o Required to Attend Bi-Weekly Board of Directors Meetings and 1 Senate Meeting o Serve a minimum of 3 office hours per week o Keep in weekly contact with the three clubs assigned to you by PSG On the Road, and attend at least two of their meetings per semester o Participate in at least 1 PSG activity/function per semester
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TEAM DESCRIPTIONS
Programming
The Programming team is typically responsible for planning and executing internal and some external events for Purdue Student Government. Some events that have been put on in the past include monthly birthday parties, PSG retreats and other special events.

Governmental Relations
Facilitates and supervises all communication between federal, state, and local governments and officials, including lobbying for student interests and causes. They act as the liaison between the student body population and political figures.

Student Engagement
Student engagement is in charge of planning and facilitating initiatives and events that increase the connection between Purdue Student Government and the student body. In the past they have been in charge of such activities including: table talks, the PSG On the Road program, and hosting town hall meetings.

Communications and Marketing

Serve as chief media and public relations consultant. Must have the ability to understand projects taking place in PSG and be able to craft a message for PSG. Marketing will also serve to inform and promote clear communication of the progress PSG is making.

Strategic Planning and Assessment

Develop and implement long term growth strategies and internal assessment of Purdue Student Government. This group typically works on surveying, collecting data from the student body, and developing a strategy to address key issues.

Diversity and Inclusion

Responsible for overseeing programs that direct outreach to diverse student populations on behalf of the Purdue Student Government and maintaining a platform of diversity and inclusion within PSG by collaborating with diverse student populations and organizations.

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Please answer the following prompts on a separate sheet. Do not exceed 250 words for each prompt. 1. Purdue Student Government is unique among student organizations in that there is little precedent in what has been accomplished each year. Successful members must be highly selfmotivated and eager to learn. Please describe a time where you took initiative and led a project or a team where there had not been a precedent. What was the outcome and what did you learn from that experience?

2. What ideas do you have for campus improvement?

3. What do you hope to gain from your involvement from Purdue Student Government (personally and professionally)?

4. Please explain which team within PSG, of those listed above, you feel you are most qualified for and explain why. Please include your experiences and other held positions are relevant.

5. As a second choice, please cite another team you believe would enable you to contribute the most to the organization and explain why.

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Please use the table below to list all known co-curricular activities and any other time commitments as well as positions held for the Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 Semesters. Please specify for each the estimated time commitment needed. Name of Activity / Organization Position (Write N/A if no position held)

Estimated Time Commitment

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Grade Release Waiver

With my signature below, I give permission for the Office of the Dean of Students to release my current number of credit hours, graduation index and previous semester index, including my academic standing, to the student body officers. Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ________________ Student I.D. Number: ______________________________

Statement of Understanding
If selected for an Executive Position, I agree to abide by and uphold all the responsibilities listed on the following pages (Minimum Requirements Purdue Student Government Executive Position) for the position that I attain. If at any time I do not perform my duties, I understand that my immediate supervisor may recommend my removal from my position, and that the Student Body President may also recommend my removal from my position. Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ________________

Important Notes
This petition can be submitted to the Purdue Student Government office (STEW G-6). You will be notified via e-mail following your submission if you will receive an interview. It is your responsibility to confirm your interview time. Any conflicts or questions regarding interviews should be referred to studentgovernment@purdue.edu. Please be sure to read and sign the grade release waiver and statement of understanding. Purdue University Stewart Center, Box 640 128 Memorial Mall West Lafayette, IN 47907-2034 Phone: 765.494.7201 Fax: 765.494.3299 E-mail: studentgovernment@purdue.edu http://www.purdue.edu/psg

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