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Governance

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) operates as the representative body for graduate students. It's structured to effectively address academic and non-academic issues, representing graduate student interests within the university administration. The GSA facilitates communication between graduate students and the university faculty and staff, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed. This governance body also manages resources and organizes events to enhance the overall graduate student experience at UCR.

Here you will find detailed information about the GSA's decision-making process, meeting schedules, and minutes from past meetings. Additionally, you will find resources and documents pertinent to governance, such as bylaws, policies, and procedural guidelines, providing transparency and guidance for current and prospective graduate students.

General Student Council

The General Student Council (GSC) meets on a monthly basis from October through June. GSC meetings are open to any members of the graduate or undergraduate student body, any member of University related or public media, and any member of the administration or faculty. Exceptions by which a GSC meeting becomes closed can be found in the GSA Constitution, Article II, Section 3, sub-sections ‘a’ and ‘c.’ While GSC meetings are open, voting on items is limited to individuals comprising the GSA executive board and mini-GSA representatives.

Purpose of the GSC
  • Represent the general interest of the graduate student body to the University of California, Riverside
  • Liaising between graduate students and members of the staff, faculty, and administration at UC Riverside
  • Disseminate information to graduate students
  • Assist in the resolution of problems pertaining to graduate student affairs

Meeting Schedule

The GSA holds General Council meetings on the first Wednesday of every month from October through June. All students are welcome to join, and comment, and enjoy free food. Meetings are held at 7pm in an online or hybrid format. Check below for details for each meeting. We would love for you to join us!

The meeting link is: https://ucr.zoom.us/j/92401421419

UCR GSA General Council Meeting Schedule:

Wednesday, October 2nd @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Wednesday, November 6th @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Wednesday, December 4th @ 7pm

Wednesday, January 8th @ 7pm
HUB 260

Wednesday, February 5th @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Wednesday, March 5th @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Wednesday, April 2nd @ 7pm
HUB 269

Wednesday, May 7th @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Wednesday, June 4th @ 7pm
SSC Multi-Purpose Room 1

Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Check out the latest Meeting Agendas and Minutes for the current academic year to find out what GSC is currently doing.

September 2024 Meeting Agenda (Coming Soon)

Meeting agendas are voted on and approved one week before General Student Council meetings. Students may request adding items to the agenda by emailing a GSA officer.

Previous Meeting Documents

Click here to access meeting agendas, minutes, and other materials from prior General Student Council meetings.

Governing Documents

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is a student organization officially recognized by UCR. As an official student organization, the GSA operates under a Constitution and Bylaws.

The GSA Constitution

The GSA Constitution is comprised of the fundamental laws and principles that prescribe the nature, function and limits of the GSA. It provides a basic structure upon which the GSA operates. Amendments and revisions to the constitution require a high level of participation/approval from the membership.

The GSA Bylaws

The GSA Bylaws are secondary laws, which rule or govern the internal affairs of the GSA. They expand the articles and sections of the constitution, and describe in detail the procedures and steps that the GSA follows in order to conduct business effectively and efficiently. Since bylaws are more “nuts and bolts” procedures, they are easier to amend and revise than the constitution.

Finances

The GSA administers a budget which is approved by the Graduate Student Council. Details of the bylaws governing GSA finances can be found in Section X: Finances of the GSA bylaws. If you have any further questions or comments regarding finances, please contact the GSA financial officer at finance.gsa@ucr.edu.

Financial Forms and Reports

Usage of GSA funds requires submission of either a reimbursement form or requisition form. A requisition form is pre-approval of expenses with a UCR approved vendor. A reimbursement form is not limited to UCR approved vendors and is submitted after the funds are spent. Look through the list below to find the appropriate form.

Departmental / Program GSA Reimbursement Request Form

This form is for Departmental GSA representatives seeking reimbursements for meetings other than conference sponsorship. 

Departmental / Program GSA Reimbursement Package

AAO Reimbursement Request Form

This form is for AAOs seeking reimbursements for meetings.

Click here for instructions

Officer Travel Reimbursement Form

This form is for officers seeking reimbursements for travel and travel related expenses.

Click here for instructions

General Reimbursement Request Form

This form is for reimbursements for general expenses not covered by other forms.

Click here for instructions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Frequently asked question about submitting forms.

General Forms and Reports

Here you will find general forms and reports.