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How do I join ASI?

Every currently enrolled student, who pays the student body fee at Fresno State, is automatically included in the membership of Associated Students, Inc. (see the ASI org chart). This status as a member gives fee-paying students the right to cast votes in the election, run for an elected position, and serve on campus committees.
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What are elections for?
Who is eligible to run for office?
How do I run for office?
2020-2021 Candidates
2020-2021 Election Results
Student Reference Sheet
What are elections for?
  • The ASI election process is outlined by the ASI Bylaws. The purpose of elections is to choose the 22 student representatives who will serve a (1) year term of office (June 1-May 31) representing students’ voices.  Here are the current elected positions within ASI: 

Executive Positions:

President
Executive Vice President
Vice President Of Finance
Vice President Of External Affairs

Senators of Colleges/Schools:

College of Arts and Humanities
Craig School of Business
Kremen School of Education
Lyles College of Engineering
College of Health and Human Services
Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
College of Science and Mathematics
College of Social Sciences

Senators At-Large:

Academic Affairs
Athletic and Recreational Affairs
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Greek Affairs
Parking and Safety
Student Affairs
Student Clubs and Orgs
Resident Affairs
Veterans and Transfer Affairs
Sustainability

Elections occur annually in spring, online over the course of about a week. The election outcome determines who will sit on the ASI Senate, and who will hold the offices of President, Vice President of Finance and Vice President of External Affairs. To serve in one of these elected positions you must follow the steps in the elections process and win your race.

Who is eligible to run for office?
  • Students are eligible to run for office if they meet the CSU system-wide requirements.

Grades – Students must be enrolled and in good standing; Must have received at least a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) in the previous semester, and have earned a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 for all college work.  Graduate students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA in all graduate work.  

Unit Load – Undergrads must maintain 6 units while running for office.  Graduate and credential students must maintain 3 units.

Residency – Undergrads must have completed at least (1) one semester prior to the election, earning a total of 6 semester units.  Graduate and credential student candidates must earn 6 units per semester of continuous attendance as a new graduate or credential student to be eligible.  Graduate and credential students who received a bachelor’s degree or credential within the past three years from the same campus must have earned a total of 12 semester units during their last year as an undergraduate to be eligible.

How do I run for office?
Follow these 5 steps to running for office:

2020-2021 Candidates
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2020-2021 Election Results
Student Reference Sheet
Student Reference Sheet
  • Campus-wide committees are responsible for decisions that directly affect students.
  • ASI is responsible for appointing students to sit on these committees to be sure the student voice is being represented.
  • Apply here to be sure your voice is heard! 

Academic Affairs – Ensures that all Fresno State students academic needs are met.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at Fresno State.

External Affairs – Serves, protects and lobbys for the student body on a local, state and national legislation level.

Finance – Oversees annual budget, as well as approves funding for student organizations.

Internal Affairs – Appoints committee members, fills vacancies and addresses personnel matters.

Legal – Creates, amends and overviews the ASI Policies, Bylaws and procedures.

Student Court – Helps decide ASI election disputes.

University Affairs  – Plans on-campus events and activities such as student bus trips and tailgates.

A two-day training held in the Spring semester, focused on educating students to effectively advocate and lobby in Sacramento to elected officials.

LEAD Academy is designed to teach students about Fresno State’s structure and current issues influencing higher education through experiential learning opportunities. 

Earn a Student Representative certificate after completion! 

Register Now!

Apply for Employment

Employment ASI Students
What makes the Associated Students, Inc. office so great are without a doubt the people who work here, and we want you to join our team! Visit the Fresno State Auxiliary HR website for current job postings within ASI.

Become an Intern

ASI Internships
Many of our ASI interns report gaining future employment and/or leadership roles because of their volunteer work with ASI. Interns set their own schedule, select projects and opportunities that fit their interests, and gain volunteer hours they can report for academic and/or club requirements. If interested in an internship opportunity with ASI, email Luis Sepulveda at sepulveda@mail.fresnostate.edu with a cover letter and resume.

Volunteer with us

ASI Volunteers
Since 2012, ASI has been leading efforts to revitalize the neighborhoods next to campus, hosting community clean ups, block parties, youth programs, and holiday events. If you and/or your club would like to partner with ASI on upcoming community events,  Sign up for our newsletter!

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up to date on activities and programs put on by ASI. Follow us on social media and turn on your notifications. We frequently post opportunities for free events, concerts, and giveaways you could win!

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Read the Bulldog Blog

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Since 2006, the Bulldog Blog has been the site that students go to for news on campus events and activities. The Blog newsletter comes directly to your student email account every two weeks, you just have to open it and read! Missed the newsletters in the past? No worries, visit the Bulldog Blog Website today to see what’s going on.

Visit Campus Involvement Ambassadors (CIA) Program

ASI works closely with the office of Student Involvement (USU 306) and their Campus Involvement Ambassadors (CIA) program to help students find the right clubs, organizations, and other involvement activities that fit their interests and personal development goals. Visit their website to find out more.
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ASI Business Office Hours
Summer Hours:
Monday – Friday
7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Fall and Spring Hours:
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

ASI Business Office USU 317
5280 N Jackson Ave
Mail Stop SU 32
O: 559.278.2656
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