The Austin Campus Student Senate is the governing body elected to represent the interests and concerns of the students of Riverland Community College.

Austin Student Senate Cabinet Members

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The purpose of the Student Senate is to further the interests and promote the welfare of students, foster a college community, facilitate appropriate relationships, and to serve as the representative for students of Riverland Community College's Austin Campus to the administration and faculty of the college.

Review the by-laws of the Austin Campus Student Senate (pdf)

Students interested in becoming members should:

• Contact the Student Senate Advisor
• Contact the Student Senate President, Vice President, or Secretary
• Complete the Petition Form

How can I become a Student Senator?

To be admitted to the membership of the Student Senate as a general member, a student must present a petition with signatures from 15 current students. All Senators shall have full voting privileges. Student senators serving Riverland Community College must be enrolled in at least six (6) credits (which includes PSEO students) at Riverland Community College. A quorum will be met with 50% of the members + 1 member

Who can attend meetings?

Any enrolled student can attend a Student Senate meeting. However, only Senators can sit on consultation, review committees, and vote on proposals submitted to the Student Senate by other student clubs.