Spring General Meeting and Elections
Friday, April 4, 2014 | 12PM-2PM* | SS2108
As the school year comes to a close, the Association of Political Science Students would like to invite you to our final meeting of the year. This is an extremely important event as there will be some amendments made to the constitution, as well as elections to next year’s executive will take place. Any student enrolled in a political science course may run for one of the following positions: President, Vice-President (Communications), Vice-President (Finance), and Executive-at-Large (3 members will be elected). Interested candidates should be prepared to deliver a quick 1-2 minute speech on why they would be best suited for their position and any ideas they may have for next year’s APSS team. Refreshments served.
*Please note that there will be a MANDATORY meeting for all successful candidates following this meeting from 2-4PM at SS3130.
Website: www.utapss.ca/events/elections
Please note the following is by no means comprehensive of the duties, but instead is intended to serve as a guideline. All executive members are expected to attend every weekly or biweekly meeting throughout the school year. Students interested in the positions of President, VP Communications and VP Finance should have experience serving in leadership positions. All interested students should have a genuine interest in ensuring the well-being of the club.
President (1)- The President is responsible for the leadership of the executive and should serve as the primary liaison between the department and the executive. He/She is responsible for ensuring that events and activities are in line with the mission statement, attending ASSU Council meetings, and arranging meetings.
Approximate time of commitment throughout the year: +100 hours
Vice-President, Communications (1)– The VP Communications is responsible for ensuring the word about APSS events gets out to students and interested parties. He/She should have a familiarity with social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn), be prepared to send weekly newsletter, and communicate with other course union executives to promote events. He/She will also work with College Representatives and ensure that they are involved in advisory and communication capacities.
Approximate time of commitment throughout the year: +80 hours
Vice-President, Finance (1)– The VP Finance is responsible for designing the budget, ensuring financial accountability, applying for grants and sponsorship materials, and issuing reimbursements. He/She should have a high degree of organizational capacity
Approximate time of commitment throughout the year: +80 hours
Executive-at-Large (3)– These three positions are responsible for advising and organizing events. They are expected to organize at least one event per semester, which includes selecting themes, finding speakers, and working with the VP Communications and VP Finance with budgeting.
Approximate time of commitment throughout the year: ~50 hours