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Welcome to the NJIT Student Senate Website!
Of the Students, By the Students, For the Students
Welcome to the new website
Thanks for bearing with us as we get the new site up and running. Please email our webmaster Ben at bzs6@njit.edu with any suggestions or bugs.
New committee cabinet roles are here
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What We Do?
President
The President leads all NJIT Student Senate meetings, enforces governing documents, and serves as the student representative on key university committees, including the NJIT Board of Trustees. They deliver a State of the Student Report each semester and work closely with the University President and other committees.Vice President of Administration
The VP of Administration oversees parliamentary procedures, manages academic affairs, and coordinates the work of representatives within the Senate. They meet regularly with key university officials and help transition new senators into their roles.Vice President of Finance
Responsible for managing the Senate's financial operations, the VP of Finance oversees budget allocations, ensures financial policies are followed, and publishes a yearly financial report. They manage student organization finances, and present executive reports on financial matters.Vice President of Student Affairs
The VP of Student Affairs focuses on advocating for student rights and improving campus life. They chair the Student Affairs Committee, meet with university administrators, and report on governmental policies affecting students.Director of Student Organizations
The Director of Student Organizations supervises student organizations, helps them maintain active status, and updates important resources like the Student Organization bylaws and Highlander Hub. They also chair the Student Organizations Committee and manage the organization cabinet meetings.Director of Public Relations
The Director of Public Relations is responsible for all NJIT Student Senate events and communications. They oversee social media accounts and ensures effective public relations strategies. They coordinate Senate events and manage the Senate's online presence.Secretary
The Secretary manages the documentation and internal records of Senate meetings, ensures the Senate office is staffed, and coordinates agenda distribution. They also oversee the internal operating budget and maintain Senate files.College/School Representatives
College/School Representatives meet with their respective deans and Major Representatives under their college/school regularly to discuss academic issues and ensure goals are met. They submit progress reports, chair college-wide meetings, and maintain records of all their activities in the Senate Shared Drive.Major Representatives
Major Representatives meet with department chairs to advocate for students within their department. They submit reports on their progress and meet with their College Representatives to ensure their goals align with the broader student body.First-Year Representatives
First-Year Representatives act as liaisons between their class and the university, submitting reports on class issues and organizing an event for first-year students. They also serve on one of the NJIT Student Senate committees and collaborate to address first-year concerns.Senior Class President
The Senior Class President leads the Senior Class Committee, meets biweekly with university officials, and serves as a liaison for the senior class. They organize events, submit reports, and recruit members for the Senior Class Committee.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
This officer leads the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, working closely with the Office of Inclusive Excellence to promote diversity on campus. They organize inclusivity events, address policy concerns, and report on progress within Senate meetings.Commuter Representative
This representative serves on the Student Affairs Committee, acting as a voice for the commuter student population. They organize commuter-centered events, collaborate with the Off Campus Commuter Association (OCCA), and submit reports on commuter issues.Residence Life Representative
Representing the resident student body, this role liaises with the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and attends to resident-specific concerns. They also organize and participate in resident-centered events while providing updates to the Student Affairs Committee.Fraternity/Sorority Life Representative
This representative serves as a liaison between the Greek community and the Student Senate, maintaining communication between the two groups. They organize Greek-centered events, collaborate with the Greek Life Coordinator and submit two reports on Greek life issues.Clubs
