HARTNELL COLLEGE
BP 5400 Associated Students Organization
Reference: Education Code Section 76060
The Governing Board of Hartnell College recognizes and approves the Associated Students of
Hartnell College (ASHC) as the legitimate student government association of Hartnell College
whose purpose is the conduct of activities in support of students and to serve as the voice of
students on College shared governance committees. It may conduct other activities as
approved by the CEO or designee.
The ASHC will oversee activities for students, including student clubs and organizations. Clubs
and organizations will be organized in conformity with procedures established by the College.
Clubs shall establish aims which are educational and compatible with College and/or
community interest. Exploitation of the name of the District shall not be permitted.
Advisement and oversight will be provided to the ASHC Student Senate and student clubs for
proper direction and conduct of all student activities and meetings. The ASHC shall be granted
the use of Hartnell College premises in accordance with established administrative procedures
or as may be established by the CEO. Such use shall not be construed as transferring ownership
or control of the premises. All student activities conducted on campus, or off-campus as an
official, sanctioned, or recognized Hartnell College student/ASHC/student club or organization,
will comply with established College requirements.
The Associated Students activities shall not conflict with the authority or responsibility of the
Board or its officers or employees.
The Associated Students shall conduct itself in accordance with state laws and regulations and
administrative procedures established by the CEO.
Formerly BP 3135 (revised/numbered); Adopted 5/8/12