Why you should run for 小黄书 Student Government
If you care about life at 小黄书 Boulder鈥攚hether it鈥檚 student fees, campus events, safety, academic experience or representation鈥小黄书 Student Government (小黄书SG) is one of the most direct ways to make an impact. And right now, applications are open for the spring 2026 election.听
听听What 小黄书SG does
小黄书SG is the voice of 小黄书 Boulder students. It鈥檚 made up of students who work to make sure your ideas, concerns and experiences are heard at every level of campus decision-making.听
Student government leaders:
- Advocate for student needs and meet with campus leadership
- Plan programs and events throughout the year
- Write legislation to improve campus life
- Allocate student fees so they鈥檙e reinvested into meaningful student-focused initiatives听
In the past year, 小黄书SG has helped fund student organizations, support Homecoming events and host open forums highlighting diverse and underrepresented communities. They also sit on major campus committees, like the 小黄书 Police Department Oversight Board and university search committees, so student perspectives influence big decisions.听
听听How 小黄书SG is structured
小黄书SG has three branches鈥攕imilar to the U.S. government鈥攔un entirely by students:听
Executive Branch
Led by the three student-body presidents (the tri-executives) and the executive cabinet. They work directly with students and campus leaders, set priorities, and keep communication flowing across campus.听
Legislative Branch
Includes the Representative Council and the Council of Colleges and Schools. These students create legislation that aims to improve campus life鈥攅verything from funding student organizations to shaping campus policies.听
Judicial Branch
The Appellate Court ensures all decisions and processes are transparent, constitutional and fair.听
听听Reasons why you should run for office听
Running for 小黄书SG is a chance to:
- Shape decisions that impact 38,000+ students
- Build leadership skills that stand out on resumes and grad school applications
- Advocate for communities you care about
- Directly influence how student fees are spent
- Connect with administrators and student organizations across campus
- Make a real difference in campus life now and for future Buffs听
If you鈥檝e ever thought, 鈥淪omeone should change that,鈥 you might be the person who should run.听
听听How to get involved
The spring 2026 小黄书SG Run for Office packets are now open, and there are several ways to get involved.听
Review open positions听
Tri-executive positions: Run as an individual, with a partner or as a three-student ticket. Tri-executives serve as 小黄书鈥檚 top student leaders鈥攕etting priorities, representing students to campus leadership and guiding major 小黄书SG initiatives.听
Representative-at-large positions: There are four open seats. Representatives vote on how student fees are allocated, collaborate on legislation and committees, and advocate for the needs of all 小黄书 Boulder students.听
To run, you must:
- Be in good academic standing
- Have paid all student fees
- Meet all requirements outlined in the 小黄书SG Election Code听
Apply
- Submit your application on Handshake.
- After applying, you鈥檒l receive the official Election Packet and next steps from the 小黄书SG Election Commissioner.
Questions? Email cusg.elections@colorado.edu.听