Purdue Student
Government
Over 95 Years of Commitment to Purdue Students
APPLICATION FOR DIRECTOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
APPLICATION DUE: Monday, May 4th
Please type your responses:
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: ____________________
 Follow all directions:
 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
Choose 1:
Director:_______
Associate Director:________
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COMMITTEE PREFERANCE: (RANK 2)
______Programming
_______Governmental Relations
______Communications and Marketing
_______Student Engagement
______Strategic Planning and Assessment
_______Diversity and Inclusion
Note: Purdue Student Government is a significant time commitment. By signing the later
“Statement of Understanding” and submitting this application you are acknowledging this
importance.
PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED APPLICATION TO KRACH
LEADERSHIP CENTER 270 OR SUBMIT THE COMPLETED APPLICATION
TO studentgoverment@purdue.edu APPLICATIONS DUE: MONDAY May 4th @
5PM
POSITION DESCRIPTION
A. 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.
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 Participate in at least 4 PSG activities/functions per semester
o Attend Bi-Weekly committee meetings opposite weeks of BoD
B. Associate Director:
AD’s are generally freshman or sophomores who are looking to make an impact on campus, but aren’t
quite sure 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, in
accordance with the organization’s 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 Participate in at least 4 PSG activity/function per semester
o Attend Bi-Weekly AD meetings with Secretary on weeks opposite of BoD
COMMITTEE DESCRIPTIONS:
Programming
The Programming team is responsible for planning and executing internal and external events for
Purdue Student Government. This includes but is not limited to monthly birthday parties, PSG
retreats, holiday parties, campus-wide events, and more.
Governmental Relations
The Governmental Relations team 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. They are responsible for planning
PSG’s Day at the Statehouse, and correspondence with other Student Governments will often go
through GR as well. Some Director positions include but are limited to: Local Government, State
Government, and University Relations.
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. They have been in charge
of such activities including: table talks, outreaches with Greeks, residence halls, athletics, student
organizations, and other student demographics. Some Director positions include but are not
limited to: Residence hall outreach, Athletic outreach, Greek outreach, Student organization
outreach, and Outreach events.
Communications and Marketing
The Communications and Marketing team serves as the chief media and public relations consultant.
They 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. Communication within PSG will also be a focus for the Communication team to ensure that it
is consistent and effective. Some Director positions include but are not limited to: Webmaster, Social
Media, Visual Communications, Boiler Bulletin, and Press Secretary.
Strategic Planning and Assessment
The SPA team must 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. Some Director positions include but are not
limited: Director of Sustainability, and PSG PRIME.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion is 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. They will
work closely with Programming, Outreach, and Communications to effectively carry out their roles.
Some Director positions include but aren’t limited to: Cultural center outreach, Purdue 360, and
International Student.
Please answer the following prompts on a separate sheet.
Do not exceed 250 words for each prompt.
1. What experience do you have working on a team, and what have you gained from working on it?
2. What dreams do you have for campus improvement, and how will you accomplish them?
3. What ONE characteristic do you believe you possess that could benefit the Purdue Student
Government organization?
4. What is your favorite part about the Boilermaker experience (what are you most passionate
about at Purdue)?
5. How do you hope to grow through your involvement in Purdue Student Government?
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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 2015 and Spring 2016 Semesters. Please
specify for each the estimated time commitment needed.
Name of Activity /
Organization
Position
(Write N/A if no position held)
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Estimated Time Commitment
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 Associate Director or Director Position, I agree to abide by and uphold all the
responsibilities listed on the previous pages (“Expectations/Duties”) 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 (KRACH 270). You will be notified via e-mail
following your submission if you are selected for an interview. It is your responsibility to confirm your interview
time. Any conflicts or questions regarding interviews should be referred to studentgovernment@purdue.edu.
Purdue University  Krach Center, 1198 3rd Street  West Lafayette, IN 47907-2034 Phone: 765.494.7201  Fax:
765.494.3299  E-mail: studentgovernment@purdue.edu  http://www.purduesg.com
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