Elections

Overview

All SGA Elections are managed by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court determines the timeline for elections – while the exact dates vary, the General Election is held each Spring semester. Voting is typically virtual and is open for 72 hours once released. 

To be eligible to run for office in the SGA General Election, a student must:

• Meet all the qualifications outlined in the SGA Constitution and the SGA Bylaws.
• Complete the "Application for Candidacy Forms" by the specified deadline.
• Be confirmed by the Dean of Students as a student in "Good Academic Standing" based on the requirements of the student's Unit of Enrollment.
• Confirmed by the Dean of Students as a student in "Good Conduct Standing;"
• A student may not be a candidate for more than one (1) office in any single SGA General Election.

Candidates have the option to run alone or as part of a slate, depending on the position. A “slate” refers to a pair of candidates running for the respective offices of Student Body President and Student Body Executive Vice President or College President and College Vice President under a common name or platform. Campaigning is prohibited prior to the timeline set for the commencement thereof in the SGA Bylaws and election timeline as approved by the Senate.

The Supreme Court may hold a series of interest meetings to explain election procedures and guidelines for potential candidates. Updates on the Spring 2026 General Election schedule will be released at a later time.