grinnell College

Student Government Association

Learn more about our current Cabinet’s work and about the Association

Who are we?

The Student Government Association is a governing body of student leaders who advocate for all students in partnership with Grinnell College Staff, Faculty, and Administration. As an extension of the will of students, we are in pursuit of an equitable and fulfilling experience at Grinnell College.

What Is The Senate?

The Senate is a student governmental structure designed to ensure that the voices of students from different academic years are heard and considered in decision-making processes. Each class year elects three senators to represent them, creating a structured system for student representation and participation in the governance of the college community.

What Do We Do?

The purpose of the Grinnell College Student Government Association (SGA) shall be to ethically and responsibly allocate student funds, represent students to the College administration and faculty, encourage student dialogue, solicit student opinion, and advocate for any other needs of the students.

How Can I Join?

Cabinet applications: Open on Handshake every August/September!

Senators: Email sent out every first semester of the academic year!

Committees: Emails for applications are sent out by the VPSA, keep an eye out for them!

Student Educational Policy Committees: Elections are held whenever spots become available!

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committees

Are you interested in getting involved in the world of policy examination, creating positive change on campus, and contributing to student life? Join a committee!

college curriculum committee

Committee on academic standing

student curriculum council

build a better grinnell

pioneer one-card committee

reform committee

safety and security advisory committee

dining services committee

financial committees

oversight, ethics, & elections committee

committee on diversity, equity and inclusion

community mini-grant

make the changes you want to see!

Student Initiatives

Student initiatives are an opportunity for students to submit proposals for change on campus. They are Grinnell students’ most democratic mechanism for making our college a better, quirkier place.