The Associated Students of College of San Mateo

Results for the Spring 2008 General Election are now available.

ASCSM Mission Statement

The Associated Students of College of San Mateo are dedicated to representing our diverse student body and advocating their needs, concerns and values on a college, district, state and national level. We shall make fair, ethical and informed decisions about relevant issues that affect students while keeping their best interests at heart. We shall further strengthen student connections with the campus community and actively engage students through innovative programs that enhance student success both socially and academically. We will ensure an open, supportive and welcoming environment for our students and surrounding community with faculty, staff, and administration. The Associated Students will provide resources to educate students of their rights and responsibilities. Lastly, we will strive valiantly to be positive role models, who lead by example, in both academic and extra-curricular programs.

About the ASCSM

The Associated Students of College of San Mateo (ASCSM) is the official representative student government organization at College of San Mateo. The Associated Student organization is charged with the responsibility of assessing and meeting student needs and of providing student input into the decision making process of the College.

The activities of the organization are carried out by the Student Senate and major advisory committees in the areas of Finance & Administration, Public Relations, Programs & Services, Academic Enhancement, Inter Club Council, Café International Advisory Board, and Legislative & Governmental Affairs.

The Student Senate is responsible for the administrative affairs of the Association, including the monitoring of programs approved by the Student Senate and the representation of the Association's viewpoint in matters that significantly impact students.