Get Involved with Your College’s Student Government
Every college at UC Santa Cruz has its own student government or senate. These groups serve as a voice for students, organize events, allocate funding, and offer leadership opportunities. Whether you’re looking to share ideas, plan programs, or advocate for your peers, there’s a place for you!
College Nine Student Senate
All affiliates are welcome, and voting rights are earned by attending three meetings. Senate funds College Nine events and supports international and social justice themes.
Cowell Student Senate
All Cowell affiliates can attend; voting membership begins after four meetings and an original eight-line poem.
Crown College
Crown Student Senate (CSS): Open to all Crown affiliates—students gain membership and voting status after attending three consecutive meetings.
John R. Lewis College
Governing Cooperative (“GoCo”): John R. Lewis students are welcome to attend and join discussions.
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Kresge College
Kresge Parliament: Open to all Kresge students; voting rights are earned after attending two consecutive meetings.
Merrill College
Merrill Student Government (MSG): Merrill students can gain voting status by attending three meetings. MSG funds a wide variety of student events and supports community-building initiatives.
Oakes College
Oakes Student Senate: Oakes affiliates can earn voting rights after attending three meetings. Senate organizes events like The Big One and allocates funding to campus groups.
Porter College
Porter Student Senate: All Porter students are welcome. Senate funds creative projects and events, and offers additional grants through the Creative & Innovative Project Grant.
Rachel Carson College
Rachel Carson College Council: All RCC students are invited to attend and get involved. Council members lead events, manage funding, and advocate for student interests.
Stevenson College
Stevenson Student Council: Council reps are elected from each residential house and help allocate funds, recommend policies, and represent students on campus committees.