Governing Documents

The SGA's governing documents guide everything we do. From our structure and election processes to how our meetings run and how the SAF should be allocated, everything that is the SGA is in our governing documents: The Constitution, the Bylaws, and the Addendums

The Constitution

The Constitution is the SGA's overarching rule. Requiring student body approval to change, it offers a general view of how the SGA will be run.

The Bylaws

The Bylaws are the specific rule on the SGA, specifying every detail. These are what are used in our day-to-day functions.

The Addendums

The Addendums are a part of the Bylaws, but are specific sections that are seperated to be easier to read and find the rules on particular categories like budget or elections.

What are the addendums?

Addendum A - SGA Board of Advisors

This addendum establishes the Board of Advisors of the SGA. "The Board of Advisors shall be comprised of SGA alumni whose backgrounds reflect a range of strengths, including institutional knowledge, personal impact, visionary leadership, and a commitment to mentorship.” (Article 1)

Addendum B - Oversight

The Oversight addendum specifies the roles and responsibilities of the SGA Senate Oversight Committee, particularly regarding the leadership and operation of the committee.

Addendum D - CSI

In-depth guide and description regarding the Committee of Student Interests, expanding on the procedures, processes, and leadership of the committee.

Addendum E - SOAP

This addendum describes the Student Organization Application Process (SOAP) for starting and operating an on-campus and SGA funded student organization.

Addendum F - Budget

The SGA Senate Budget Committee financial policies and guidelines. A handbook of financial policies and good-practices for funding student activities.

Addendum G - Elections

SGA election procedure(s) and disciplinary enforcement breakdown for Senate and Presidential elections.

Addendum H - The Presidents Council

Establishes a council of student leaders on campus, including the President of the SGA, and presidents of various organizations at Stevens.

Addendum I - Relations

Establishes and describes the procedures and relationship(s) in the SGA relations division (Government and Community Relations Committee; Vice President of Relations).