Group roles

Here are some of the group roles that your organization will need filled in. Consider what’s going to be necessary for your work and make your choices accordingly!

President:

Leads the group and acts as a link among group members, the University’s administration offices, and other student organizations,
Presides at all group meetings,
Oversees the schedule of events
Exercises overall financial responsibility for the group; when needed, co-signs the financial documents with the Treasurer
Approves all group communications
When handing over power, helps transition new leaders to office and makes sure all official records are properly passed on

Vice President:

Acts for the president in case of their absence
Is the secretary, if no secretary is elected
Keeps a complete, up-to-date membership list, if no membership chair is elected
Notifies members of the year’s programs and meetings
Reports all changes of address or contact information promptly to the Student Affairs Office

Treasurer:

Pays all bills after approval by the president or the executive committee
Keeps an accurate record of all financial transactions
Applies for funding and prepares financial reports
When handing over the seat, helps transition the new treasurer to office and makes sure all official records are passed on

Communications Chair:

Leads the communications team
Depending on the choices, is responsible for all outgoing information: social media posts, newsletters, invitations, posters, and flyers
Is in contact with the Communication Office of the University regarding approval for all designs
May also serve as the website coordinator or oversee web coordinator

Program Chair:

Plans and organizes events
Leads the event team
May create ad hoc committees for the planning and execution of events
Serves as the primary source for event information