Questions? If you have questions about UBC's please contact your local USG or GSG at asasupc@asu.edu.
Associated Students of ASU needs your voice
Leave your mark at ASU!
Being involved in a University Board and Committee allows students an opportunity to shape the ASU experience, share their ideas, and represent their peers.
University Boards and Committees constitute a branch of the Associated Students of ASU and are directly appointed by the ASASU Council of Presidents (COP).
Have an idea you would like a board or committee to work on? Submit your idea today!
Applications are currently open: Apply here!
Common Questions
If (1) your cumulative GPA meets the minimum ASASU requirements of 2.33 and (2) you are in good academic standing enrolled in at least 6 credit hours as an undergraduate or a graduate student who is continuously enrolled, then you are qualified to apply!
NOTE: Incoming freshmen can apply and participate in any board and committee, except the University Hearing Board.
Yes, you will receive a message once you hit submit that your application has been received. After that, it can take several weeks to be notified if you have been accepted. Please review the other questions and answers for the remainder of the process. Applicants will be notified on appointments in the beginning of September of each Academic Year.
Yes, but not until after all nominations have been selected. Which can take several weeks as the applications and applicants are reviewed on an ongoing basis. You most likely will not hear until September if you have not been appointed.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. All appointments for positions will be filled and applicants will be notified if appointed between application submission and August/September via their ASU email.
Each Undergraduate Student Government President along with the Graduate and Professional Student Association President is responsible for reviewing the applicants for their respective campus. Their nominations are then sent to the University for final approval. Upon approval, students will be notified of their appointment via their ASU email.
Applications are received on a rolling basis until all positions are filled, applicants who apply earlier will have priority.
We recommend to serve on no more than three committees and/or boards.
The time commitment will average 1 meeting per month totaling 1-2 hours a month. While most Boards and Committees will not begin meeting until October, some may ask for summer commitments.
Most University Boards and Committees meet virtually; your specific University Boards and Committees Advisor will work with the group on what options are available and the most accessible for the group.
Yes! You will be asked to enroll in a canvas training that all members must complete. The canvas training site is also the place where you will receive communication and updates about boards and committees in general.
If you are part of the University Hearing Board, there will be a mandatory in-person training that you will be required to attend in order to participate in any upcoming hearing.
Boards and Committees
What they do:
This committee supports the direction and oversight of Change the World, an annual showcase of students' ideas. This committee will help in development of the process and logistics of this annual event.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Supporting the annual Change the World Showcase of students ideas in the Spring semester.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats, Open to General Membership
How often do you meet?
Monthly
What they do: This group supports voting efforts at ASU, student engagement with National, State, and Local elections, and ensure Sun Devils have access to be able to vote. Examples of previous projects/decisions: Polling locations at all ASU Phoenix-metropolitan locations How many seats? 2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats, Open to General Membership How often do you meet? 1-2 times a month
What they do:
The Committee on Campus Inclusion (CCI) exists to foster an inclusive and supportive community that welcomes, respects, and honors the rich diversity of our community and those we serve. Through the provision of educational opportunities and activities for enterprise-wide partners, we aim to advance a comprehensive approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Sponsor and host the Campus Inclusion Catalyst Awards and Catalyst Grants.
How many seats?
1 Undergraduate Seat per USG, 1 Graduate Seat
How often do you meet?
Meet monthly with the executive committee. Option to serve on any of the subcommittees.
What they do:
This committee supports the digital immersion, online, and sync student experience providing feedback and advocacy to the University on the digital immersion experience. This committee will meet with different units and areas that impact the digital immersion experience at Arizona State University.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Supporting the online, sync, and digital immersion students to advocate for the student experience.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats, Open to General Membership
How often do you meet?
Monthly
What they do:
The board works with Educational Outreach and Student Services administrators to review and propose enhancements of existing facilities and to review the planning and development of new student service facilities to meet the needs of the growing student population.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Helping plan and build the Student Pavilion at Tempe Campus; Student Center @ the Post Office at Downtown Phoenix Campus; SDFC at all campus locations; Memorial Union and Polytechnic Union renovations.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats
How often do you meet?
Meets once a semester, however will meet more if there is a project you are working on.
What they do:
The board is advisory to the coordinator of ASU Family Resources. Its focus is on programs, policies, and services for students, staff and faculty with child, elder and other dependent care needs.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Increased lactation room availability around campus; Review and award the childcare grants.
How many seats?
1 Undergraduate Seat per USG, 1 Graduate Seat.
How often do you meet?
Meets three times a semester.
What they do:
This committee supports the direction and oversight of Game Day Experience Board, providing feedback and ideas to the affinity experience. This committee will help in development of the process and logistics of the game day experience.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Supporting the development of game day experiences for the student body.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats
How often do you meet?
Monthly
What they do:
This board supports military affiliated, active duty, and reserve service ASU students in streamlining information, concerns and suggestions to the University regarding both military affiliated advocacy and affairs.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Advocated for additional military affiliated services on all campus locations.
How many seats?
1 Undergraduate Seat per USG, 1 Graduate Seat
How often do you meet?
Once a month.
What they do:
This board works with Parking and Transit administrators to review and propose enhancements of existing services and development of new services to meet the needs of the growing student population.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Modified intercampus shuttle schedules, including but not limited to the West Express and weekend shuttles; Advocated for all garages to be “pay to park.”
How many seats?
1 Undergraduate Seat per USG, 1 Graduate Seat
What they do:
The Public Safety Advisory Board supports Public Safety Walks and Safety communication for their respective ASU Communities.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Hosting regular safety walks on campus and providing ways for students to provide feedback on safety at ASU.
How often do you meet?
Semesterly
What they do:
The committee is advisory to Educational Outreach and Student Services regarding policies, educational programs, services, and future directions for Student Health.
Examples of prevBoards and Committeesious projects/decisions:
Instrumental in extending hours of counseling and health services; advocated for tobacco free campus.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats
How often do you meet?
Once a month.
What they do:
The board is advisory to Educational Outreach and Student Services administrators on matters of general policies and budget for the Recreational Sports Program and the Sun Devil Fitness Student Recreation Complex.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Review programs and services provided at the SDFC locations.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats
How often do you meet?
Once a month.
What they do:
The Sustainability Advocacy and Awareness Board promotes and reviews sustainability initiatives that impact students and the ASU Community.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
This board is in its second year and is currently working on various projects to promote and enhance sustainability efforts on ASU’s campus.
How many seats?
2 Undergraduate Seats per USG, 2 Graduate Seats
How often do you meet?
Once a month.
What they do:
The board works with University Technology officials to review and propose enhancements of existing services and development of new services to meet the needs of the growing student population.
Examples of previous projects/decisions:
Increased WiFi on Tempe Sun Devil Intramural Field; provided feedback on MyASU developments; served on the committee that selected Canvas as the new learning management platform.
How many seats?
1 Undergraduate Seat per USG, 1 Graduate Seat
How often do you meet?
Meets quarterly
What they do:
This board is a hearing and appellate board for alleged student violations of the Student Code of Conduct. It recommends appropriate sanctions that are advisory and subject to the approval of the president. If selected you will be assigned 1-2 cases per semester and depending on schedule availability. This board only hears cases that could end in suspension or expulsion. Members will also undergo specialized training which is provided at the beginning of each semester.
How many seats?
Unlimited seats