February 4, 2013
Dear Applicant,
In this packet you will find an application, IMPACT board requirements, and the
descriptions of the open positions. If after reviewing this packet you have any
questions, please stop by the IMPACT office (CSU 173) and speak with Kayla Lyman, or
call the Student Activities Office at 507-389-6076.
Applications need to be returned to the front desk of the Student Activities Office no
later than 6:00pm on Monday March 4, 2013. Please only turn in the IMPACT Team
Application Sheet and you responses; the rest of the packet you may keep.
The interview will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 starting at 4:00 p.m. You will be
contacted to set up an interview time. If you are unable to make the interview time
please contact Kayla Lyman as soon as possible and an alternate time will be set up.
Interviews will be held in CSU 256. Once you arrive for your interview please wait
outside of the meeting room. You will be directed by a member of the IMPACT team into
the room once they are ready. Interviews will take about 15-20 minutes and consist of a
chance for you to share the following information with the current IMPACT Board:
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Past leadership experience
Why you want to be on the IMPACT Board
What you can bring to the team and the position you are applying for (i.e.
leadership style, motivational and organizational skills)
What your vision for IMPACT is
What are your time commitments for the next year
Any other relevant information you would like to share with us
For this portion of the interview you will have a maximum of 5 minutes to share with us
the above information and then directly following there will be a question and answer
time where the current IMPACT Board will ask you various questions. GOOD LUCK!
Kayla Lyman
IMPACT Team President
IMPACT Team Application Sheet
Name: ____________________________________________
Phone Number: _____________________
Address: ___________________________________________
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E-mail Address: ________________________________________________________________
What is your time availability Wednesday Evenings: __________________________________
Please type or write your answers legibly to the following questions on a separate sheet
of paper:
1. What is your vision for IMPACT?
2. Please list any previous leadership experience that you have had and how
you will apply it to IMPACT.
3. What traits or qualities best exemplify what you can bring to Board?
4. What do you perceive as the biggest challenges for the IMPACT Team?
5. What is your previous involvement with IMPACT?
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
2.5 Cumulative GPA, Experience with student programming, Ability to serve in position for entire term.
I herby give permission for the Student Activities Office to check my grade point
average with the understanding that the information will be kept confidential. This
information will be used to provide verification that I have met the minimum academic
standards.
Signature: ________________________________
Tech ID*: _________________________________
*This will be kept confidential!
IMPACT PRESIDENT
SALARY: $1000.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Represents IMPACT in the university and serves as the liaison for board members.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Plan Retreats
 Research and select retreat sites
 Develop retreat agendas
 Research and contact special speakers about leadership development
 Coordinate transportation and meals
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Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
In charge at NACA
 Coordinate all convention site meals
 Lead the break outs
 Collect graphic designs for NACA competition
 Attend Block booking sessions
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Set agenda for and facilitate board meetings with Vice-President.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Serve as an advisor for two (2) board members.
Work with advisor and as an advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey
before and after events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to the
importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for graphic
requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Allocate funds to each committee including stipends and board.
Work with Business Manager and advisor on budget presentation and preparation.
In Charge of elections
 Create or update board member applications
 Create or update questions for interviews
 Advertise and recruit to potential applicants
 Serve as election committee president
 Notify the candidates of the committee’s decision
Plan end of year banquet
 Invite major university administrators at the beginning of the spring semester
 Review and approve nomination categories
 Select and distribute invitations
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Make program plan
Coordinate food and drinks
Make certificates for committee members recognizing how long they’ve been in
impact
Work with Business Manager and advisor on budget presentation and preparation.
End of spring semester coordinate discussion, selection and ordering of next year’s promotional
items, including but not limited to board shirts, involve U t-shirts, magnets etc.
Manage a $160,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
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IMPACT VICE-PRESIDENT
SALARY: $800.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Set agenda for and facilitate board meetings with President.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before and after
events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to the
importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for graphic
requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Schedule IMPACT presentation items during orientation fairs.
Work with Faculty Advisor on IMPACT assessment and evaluation, including but not limited to midyear and end of year survey, concerts survey, and other assessment portfolios.
Create an action plan for recruitment and retention, gathering information from other institutions to
aid in idea generation.
Plan and present a variety of recruitment programs designed to reach as many of the members of
MSU and the community as possible.
Plan and coordinate a minimum of 1 IMPACT recruitment event, 1 IMPACT retention event, and 1
Board social per semester.
Assist President in any tasks that may be required.
Serve in the absence of the President.
Second officer in charge of the IMPACT Team Board and as such provide leadership to assist in
achieving the purpose of the IMPACT Team.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT BUSINESS MANAGER
SALARY: $500.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Maintain the Budget.
o Attend weekly meetings with Bonnie.
o Schedule monthly meeting with programmers after each event to update budget.
o Add in all charges made by committees.
o Give updates on budget in board meetings as needed by President.
o Organize budget presentation for MSSA with President and advisor.
Take detailed notes at board meetings electronically.
o Email out notes within 24 hours of meetings
Keep the following information sources up to date and filled:
o Impact boards
 Tri-fold
o White board
 Weekly events and meetings
o Bulletin board
 Refill forms and update information
o Showcases
 Morris
 Wissink
Create scrapbook/Shutterfly.
In charge of uploading pictures and videos to shared drive and posting to Facebook and Youtube.
Maintain/Organize IMPACT shared drive with help from President.
Compile year-end report of pro-con’s.
Print and post pictures on office door with information for board members.
Create class and office schedules for all board members.
Skilled with Microsoft Word and Excel
Presentation skills
Business minded, organized, and good with numbers.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT STOMPER’S CINEMA
SALARY: $500.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group
bonding, program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly
elected board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before
and after events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to
the importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for
graphic requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at
least 48 hours prior to each event.
Program one film per week within the Stomper’s Cinema Budget according to the wants
and preferences of the student body.
Update and change films showcase.
Create and maintain power point pre-show.
Work with Swank to select and order movies.
Confirm arrival and departure of swank film each week.
Bring at least two documentaries or independent films a semester.
Plan at least one (or more) special promo/event for films a semester.
Reach out to community members when promoting movies.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket
sales, and other details for each event.
Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including,
but limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill
development, and committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports:
event evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $16,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the
campus with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT SPECIAL EVENTS
SALARY: $600.00
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group
bonding, program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly
elected board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before
and after events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to
the importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for
graphic requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at
least 48 hours prior to each event.
Produce at minimum eight events during Fall and Spring Semesters based on student
feedback and the needs of the MSU, Mankato study body.
Research, contact, and contract performers including, but not limited to bands, comedians,
variety performers, and Audio/Visual production companies.
Program a wide variety of innovative and memorable events that represent the variety of
students across campus.
Work with community partners to produce a CSU Haunted House.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket
sales, and other details for each event.
Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including,
but limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill
development, and committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports:
event evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $10,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the
campus with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT SPEAKERS CHAIR
SALARY: $600.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group bonding,
program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before and after
events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to the
importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for graphic
requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Public Speaking in front of large crowds and media
Work closely with advisor to implement Innovative Speaker Series with MNSU colleges
Plan and present a variety of programs designed to reach as many of the members of MSU and
the community as possible.
Bring one large nationally known speaker per year
Program Welcome Week hypnotist
Collaborate with at least one department and Mankato Community on campus for an event.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket sales, and
other details for each event.
Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including, but
limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill development, and
committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports: event
evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $10,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT CONCERT COMPANY
SALARY: $600.00
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group
bonding, program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly
elected board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before
and after events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to
the importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for
graphic requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at
least 48 hours prior to each event.
Research, contact, and contract performers including, but not limited to bands, comedians,
variety performers, and Audio/Visual production companies.
Work with community partners to produce at minimum one larger scale concert per
semester and four small local coffee house artists per academic year based on student
feedback and wants.
Knowledge and implementation of pollstar.com.
Researching current music trends and popularity including student demand.
Maintain collaborative relationship with Verizon Wireless Center.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket
sales, and other details for each event.
Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including,
but limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill
development, and committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports:
event evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $30,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the
campus with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT MAVERICK’S AFTER DARK
SALARY: $600.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group
bonding, program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly
elected board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before
and after events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to
the importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for
graphic requests and press releases.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at
least 48 hours prior to each event.
Produce 4 theme based late night programming events during the Fall and Spring
Semesters
Produce at minimum one theme based late night alternative event during Fall and Spring
Semesters based on student feedback and the needs of the MSU, Mankato student body.
Partner with at minimum three outside organizations for each event.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket
sales, and other details for each event.
Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including,
but limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill
development, and committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports:
event evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $15,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the
campus with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT HOMECOMING CHAIR
SALARY: $600.00
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group bonding,
program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Coordinate committee members and 250+ allocation teams and volunteers.
Work with committee to develop a spirited theme (already chosen for 2013).
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Ability to meet for at least 4 hours/week during the summer session (or as needed)
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor and Public Relations chair.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before and after
events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to the
importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community.
Consult with Public Relation chair on appropriate timeline for submission and deadlines for graphic
requests and press releases.
With the assistance from the IMPACT PR Chair(s), manage all homecoming promotion including:
posters, table tents, pocket schedules, print advertisements, radio advertisements, tabling, and
meeting presentations.
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Meet with scheduling, alumni relations, and athletics regularly to facilitate intercampus cooperation
throughout the Homecoming week.
Public speaking in front of large crowds and media.
Plan and present a variety of programs designed to reach as many of the members of MSU and
the community as possible.
Coordinate decorating and cleaning of CSU for Homecoming (Sunday prior of Homecoming
Week).
Create day of plan organization including volunteer coordination, event logistics, ticket sales, and
other details for each event during Homecoming.
Work with Assistant Director for Campus Programs on all events and planning.
Edit, distribute, and facilitate the Homecoming Packet and Competition Forms.
Coordinate the applications for Homecoming Royalty.
Meet with community, student, and university leaders including the Mankato Mayor and MSU
President.
Coordinate transportation and timing for the University President and Vice-Presidents during
Homecoming Parade.
Jointly write a community and student letter with MSSA president.
Complete at least one innovative promotional campaign for each event.
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Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including, but
limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill development, and
committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports: event
evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a $50,000+ budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
IMPACT PUBLIC RELATIONS (2 OPEN POSITIONS)
SALARY: $500.00
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Hold 11 office hours.
Attend and facilitate weekly committee meetings, including agenda creation, group bonding,
program selection, and volunteer coordination.
Attend all required retreats including Summer, Fall, and Winter retreats.
Attend the National Association of Campus Activities regional conference with the newly elected
board.
Attend weekly board meetings comprised of two one hour meetings.
Attend weekly one on one with advisor.
Work with advisor to conduct event evaluation and assessment, including survey before and after
events.
Consistent evaluation of programs and projects with the appropriate advisor according to the
importance, relevance, and needs of the University and community. .
Attend and support all IMPACT events when requested. Notify leadership of absence at least 48
hours prior to each event.
Schedule weekly thirty minute one-on-one meetings with event coordinators to facilitate graphic
design process and press releases.
Represent IMPACT with media outlets including, but not limited to KMSU, the Reporter, University
Media Relations, Local Radio, Television, and print media.
Meet once a semester with Reporter, KMSU, and Media Relations staff to network and maintain
relationships.
Attend the RHA, MSSA, and ISA general assembly on a bi-weekly status to update the campus
community.
Create and distribute all Press Release and Media Alerts in a timely manner.
Maintain IMPACT website, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube accounts.
Actively recruit new members, followers, or likes on social media outlets.
Experience with website development and maintenance.
Maintain working relationship with Student Activities/Centennial Student Union graphic designers
with programmers.
Coordinate collection of promotional materials for CSU backpage.
Submit and complete meet the team and board election graphics with President and Vice
President.
Reserve and manage table tent reservations in Campus Dinning Facilities.
Collect and maintain current list of community promotional locations with the Mankato community.
Add events to the following calendars: Campus Event Calendars, Greatermankatoevents.com
(when needed), katoinfo.org, and other calendars.
Maintain current pricing and availability on local media pricing including: the reporter, Free Press,
Home Magazine, and other media outlets
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Actively provide opportunities to build committee membership and development including, but
limited to leadership opportunities, delegation of tasks and responsibilities, skill development, and
committee participation.
Responsible for completing the necessary IMPACT and Student Activities Office reports: event
evaluations, program proposals, programming worksheet, etc.
Responsibility to keep the Student Activities Office informed of all programs and service
information via Front Desk Information sheet.
Manage a budget including spending, tracking, fundraising, and balancing.
Sensible and effective usage of the budget to provide programming and services to the campus
with the goal of a $0 balance by the end of the spring semester.
Adherence to all University and Student Activities Office policies.
Recognition that the primary responsibility of each member is to the student.
Other duties assigned.
Please Rank Your Top Positions – One being the most likely, and four being the least
likely. You do not have to select all options.
_____President
_____Vice President
_____Business Manager
_____Homecoming Chair
_____Stomper’s Cinema Chair
_____Special Events Chair
_____Speakers Chair
_____Concert Company
_____Mavericks After Dark Chair
_____Public Relations (2)