Northeastern University Graduate Student Government
Senator Nomination Form (Please e-mail to GSG@neu.edu or drop off at 104F, Ell Hall)
Name: __________________________________________ ID Number: ___________________
Current local address: __________________________________________________________
Telephone: ________________________
NU email address: _________________
Preferred email address if not same: _________________________
College or School at Northeastern University: _______________________________________
Type of Degree: Advanced Certificate
Masters
Have you been a Senator in any previous year?
Yes
Doctoral
JD
MBA
No
Yes
I have reviewed the duties and responsibilities of the members of the GSG Senate
(located on page 2 of this form) and agree to abide by all Constitutional guidelines and By-Laws
governing the Northeastern University Graduate Student Government, located at GSG’s web site,
under policies: http://www.northeastern.edu/gsg/?page_id=110).
Yes
I authorize the Northeastern University Graduate Student Government to validate my
proof of good standing for the purpose of executing and promoting the Senatorial nomination
process.
Signature:
Date: _________________________
(Please print name): _______________________________
In completing this form, you should also obtain the signature of your department chair or graduate
school dean administrator (a list of which is available on page 3 of this form), certifying that you are
in academic and financial “good standing” with the college and university.
College Dean / Department Chair
I hereby confirm that this student is currently enrolled at Northeastern, and is in “good standing” with both the college
and the university.
Signature:
Date: _________________________
(Please print name):______________________________
For Office Use Only:
Received By:
Verified By: _______________________________
Date:
Date: ___________________________________________
THE GRADUATE SENATE: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What is the Graduate Senate?
The Graduate Senate is the representative body for the graduate students of Northeastern University. It
serves as a forum for the communication of our concerns and needs and is the liaison between the
graduate student body and the university administration. The Graduate Senate promotes the enhancement
of graduate student life.
What are the powers of the Graduate Senate?
Collectively, the Graduate Senate has the following duties, powers and responsibilities:
- Represents the voice of the graduate student body to the university administration on such issues
as graduate housing, financial aid (SGA stipends), health services (including insurance), and
graduation tuition costs
- Recommends proposed legislation regarding University life and policies related to the graduate
student body to the University President for approval or rejection
- Approves, modifies, or rejects the budget submitted by the Executive Board for the use of
graduate student fees.
- Has the power to initiate and conduct referenda
- Approves or rejects circulation of petitions or referenda by outside individuals or organizations
Is there a time commitment as a Senator?
Yes, you will need to commit, on average, 4 hours each month. This includes Senate meetings,
appointments as they occur with other Senators and Administrators, and GSG-sponsored events. Please
refer to the powers, rights, duties and responsibilities of the Graduate Senate and Each Senator as detailed
at www.northeastern.edu/gsg.
What do I do as a Senator?
Each Senator has the following rights, duties and responsibilities:
- Each Senator serves a term from September to August. However, the Graduate Senate is only in
session during the fall and spring. Each Senator is entitled to one vote. There will be no proxy
votes.
- Each Senator must maintain an effective two-way system of communication between the
constituency he/she represents and the GSG Executive Board and Graduate Senate. Each Senator
is responsible for conveying the concerns of the constituents to the Graduate Senate as well as
relaying Senate information back to their constituencies.
- Each Senator is required to attend the bi-monthly Senate meetings, committee meetings if
committees are formed, and any special Senate meetings, if scheduled.
How do I become a Senator?
Each Senate Nominee is responsible for initiating and completing the process of Nomination for the
Graduate Senate. The Nominee must fill out the Nomination Form and obtain the signature of the
Nominee’s Department Chair or Graduate School Dean Administrator (see below). Although Senators
can be appointed, elected, or nominated by their respective school, self-nominations are the primary
means by which graduate students become Senators. To be eligible to serve in the Graduate Senate, a
student must be in good standing with his/her college and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better. Senators are
encouraged to participate in the graduate student organizations within their departments and colleges.
Senate seats are allotted to the Colleges based on enrollment. For more information, please visit
www.nortehastern.edu/gsg.
Who is my Graduate School Dean/Administrator?
So. Sci/Humanities
Amy Killeen
Science
Amy Killeen
Bouve
Molly Schnabel
Business
Dan Volchok
Computer Science
Brian Lackaye
Engineering
Steve Gibson
Law
Bill Greene
s.killeen@neu.edu
s.killeen@neu.edu
m.schnabel@neu.edu
d.volchok@neu.edu
b.lackaye@neu.edu
sgibson@coe.neu.edu
b.greene@neu.edu
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What is the role of the Executive Board and how does it interact with the Graduate Senate?
The Executive Board is the senior leadership of the Graduate Student Government. It serves as the liaison
of the Graduate Senate to the university administration, and brings before the Graduate Senate proposals
for discussion and debate. The Executive Board is responsible for managing and coordinating programs,
projects, and activities approved by the Senate. It is also the duty of the Executive Board to communicate
all relevant and ongoing business to the Graduate Senate. Occasionally the Executive Board may convene
special committees for particular purposes, which will be formed during Senate meetings.
An outline of the general responsibilities of each Executive Board office follows:
President:
- Serves as the spokesperson and chief executive officer of GSG
- Oversees the work of all Senior Vice Presidents
- Coordinates and chairs Graduate Senate meetings
Vice President of Student Affairs:
- Plans and hosts President’s forum (spring semester)
- Plans events relating to graduate recruitment and matters related to student life
Vice President for Academic Affairs:
- Plans and hosts Provost’s Forum (spring semester)
- Works on any academic matters brought to Graduate Senate’s attention
Vice President of Finance:
- Develops and oversees the GSG budget
- Awards grants/allocations to graduate student organizations and individual students
Vice President of Programs and Administration:
- Coordinates Senior Week Program and assists with President and Provost’s Forum
- Develops programs to bring together the graduate student community as a whole
Vice President for Media and Membership
- Oversees Senate recruitment and participation
- Responsible for nominations and elections to the Graduate Senate and Executive Board
If I have any questions or concerns about the Graduate Senate, whom can I contact?
You may contact the GSG Executive Board via email at gsg@neu.edu.
Thank you for your commitment to being an active member of our community and your interest in serving
your fellow students to help make Northeastern an enlightening, exciting, and terrific place to be!