Become a Student Trustee

Elected every spring semester, the Student Trustee promotes student welfare, protects student rights, and represents students' opinions wherever possible.

The Student Trustee serves to connect the MCC Board of Trustees and the Student Government. They also work with student trustees from other community colleges at the state level.

  • What does it mean to be a Student Trustee?

    The role of Student Trustee begins in April with an official swearing-in as a member of the MCC Board of Trustees. The Student Trustee will then attend evening Board Meetings, up to two times a month, and submit a monthly report updating the Board on matters pertaining to students.

    The Student Trustee will also attend weekly Student Government Association (SGA) meetings on Tuesday afternoons during the Fall and Spring semesters. At SGA, the Student Trustee will listen to students' opinions and share information about campus initiatives.

    The key function of the Student Trustee is to hear from students about their experiences and share this feedback with the college administration and the Board of Trustees. To do this, the Student Trustee may hold listening events or other programs to engage with students. These will be planned through weekly meetings with the Coordinator of Student Life.

    The Student Trustee will also participate in the May and December commencement ceremonies, sitting on the stage with other Trustees and College leadership.

    The Student Trustee will have the opportunity to work with student trustees from other community colleges at the state level by traveling to quarterly meetings and helping to plan state-wide initiatives like Advocacy Day in Springfield, held each April.

    The Student Trustee should plan to spend around 20 hours a month serving in this role.

  • Who is eligible to be a Student Trustee?

    You must meet all requirements to be eligible.

    1. You must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 or better. You must also achieve a 2.5 semester GPA in the semester that you are elected and in all semesters in which you serve.
    2. You must be enrolled for at least six credit hours each semester throughout your respective term.
    3. You need to be a resident of District 528.
    4. You can serve no more than one year as the Student Trustee.
    5. You must have completed at least one full semester at MCC before the elections.

    Additional selection criteria include:

    • Demonstrated concern for the welfare of students and the college
    • Awareness of issues facing the college
    • Understanding of the responsibilities of the position
    • Maturity and a positive attitude
    • Communication skills (the ability to organize thoughts and share ideas clearly and effectively)
    • College involvement (awareness of campus opportunities and resources)
  • What are the benefits of being a Student Trustee?

    Serving as the Student Trustee is a critical position and, therefore, the Student Trustee will receive:

    • A tuition reimbursement of up to six credit hours per semester.
    • A stipend of $250 per semester.
    • A designated parking spot.

    Additional benefits of being a Student Trustee include:

    • Sharing in the governance of the College.
    • Developing leadership skills that are excellent for transfer and scholarship applications and resumes.
    • Having the opportunity to travel locally, regionally, or nationally for conferences.
    • Ability to count hours of involvement towards the Silver Cord award.
  • How do I apply to be Student Trustee?

    Applications will be available in February and will be advertised in the Flush, on Canvas, and through the Student Government Association (SGA). You may also email Student Life to be notified when they are available or if you have any other questions. Anyone interested in serving as a Student Trustee is encouraged to regularly attend SGA meetings on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. in A240 during the Fall and Spring semesters.