FAQs and Key Terms
How can I get in touch with ASWSUV?
Just email aswsuv.pres@wsu.edu with any questions or concerns and we’d be happy to put you in touch with the people who are best suited to help! You can also drop by our offices at VFSC 130 or 136 any time between 8:00am to 6:00pm.
Questions about ASWSUV
What is ASWSUV?
The Associated Students of Washington State University Vancouver is your student government for the WSUV campus.
How does ASWSUV help me?
We help bridge the gap between students and faculty and administration. We advocate on the behalf of students to fill their needs and enhance student life so they can achieve success on our campus.
What are some things ASWSUV does?
ASWSUV can help to fund club events, put on campus-wide events, and creating civic engagement.
We’re passionate about helping our students through means of decreasing stigma around mental health and food insecurity, providing a fun and stress free as possible campus experience.
We act as the voice of you, our students, to better your lives at home and on campus to help you be as successful as possible.
Can I attend an ASWSUV meeting?
Yes! Both Senate and Executive Staff meetings are open to the public and are in FSC 136. Meeting times change every semester, so for the most up to date information, email aswsuv.pres@wsu.edu for executive meetings and aswsuv.vpres@wsu.edu for senate meetings.
Can I get involved in ASWSUV?
Absolutely! Our elections for President, Vice President, and Senator positions are held in the Spring Semester every year. Find information on elections here!
Any students may apply to be on the Executive, Judicial, and Elections Board staff. Every position is open shortly following each presidential election and new positions sometimes open up through the course of the year.
These positions may open on a sporadic basis, so if you’re interested, please reach out! For the most up to date information email aswsuv.pres@wsu.edu or check handshake!
Questions about Campus
How can I get involved on campus?
Attend an event or join a club! ASWSUV and other clubs and organizations throw events very frequently that are open to everyone. Check CougPresence and follow @aswsuvancouver on instagram to find out what’s happening.
Where can I buy my parking pass?
You can buy your parking pass online under the Parking Services section on the WSUV website.
Where can I find out about campus events?
Look online at WSUV’s website or CougPresence! Office of Student Involvement, ASWSUV, Student Activities Board, the Wellness Center, the Engaged Learning and Career Action center, and the Rec Center all hold events that you can find online.
How can I get food from the Cougar Food Pantry?
Drop in during open hours to grab what you need. Find more specific information on the Coug Pantry site.
Where can I get information about Financial Aid?
Visit the Student Services Center above the Bookie, or go online.
How can I join a club?
Find a club meeting on CougPresence and attend! Clubs love gaining new members, and you can join a club for free. You can also start your own club by contacting the Student Activities Advisor in OSI.
Where can I get a Loaner Laptop?
There are Windows and Mac laptops available for checkout at the library. All you need is your Cougar Card!
ASWSUV Key Terms
Senator: A Senator serves as a member of the ASWSUV Senate. The Senate provides funding for non-academic events, programming, and other student focused aspects on campus. We are in charge of overseeing funding requests from registered student organizations and overseeing ASWSUV Constitution & By-laws and making amends to them when needed.
Executive Staff: The Executive Cabinet is made of ten students including the president. They focus on hosting campus events and communicating with students.
Internal Affairs Committee: The Internal Affairs Committee acts as a liaison between WSUV students and administration.
External Affairs Committee: The External Affairs Committee acts as a liaison between the WSUV campus and the surrounding community.
Finance Committee: The Finance Committee focuses on the Senate Allocation Pool budget, which is dispensed for club events.
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