2024-25 GPSC Executive Election Registration Opens March 4

The Graduate and Professional Student Congress at the U of A announces the opening of its 2024 election cycle registration beginning at 9 a.m. today, Monday, March 4, on HogSync. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 22. No late applications will be allowed, even if HogSync permits the submission.

This election cycle includes positions for the Executive Board, at-large representatives and chief justice, offering a unique platform for students to engage in leadership roles and contribute to shaping the graduate and professional student experience at the university.

Election Timeline Overview:

  • Applications Open: 5 a.m. March 4 to 11:59 p.m. March 22.
  • Eligibility Assessment: March 25-29
  • Campaign Period: April 1-5
  • Voting Period: 9 a.m. April 9 to 5 p.m. April 11.
  • Announcement of Unofficial Results: By 5 p.m. April 12

Interested candidates are encouraged to seize this opportunity to serve their community and have a direct impact on the policies and initiatives affecting graduate and professional students.

For those considering running and wanting to learn more about the process, please visit the GPSC website at gpsc.uark.edu or contact Elections Chair Adetola Odebode at aoodebod@uark.edu. Full election code guidelines can be found on the GPSC website.

This application is sponsored by Graduate Professional Student Congress and is supported by the Student Activities Fee. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact the Office of Student Activities by five business days prior to the deadline at osa@uark.edu. The GPSC is a program in the Division of Student Affairs.

Contacts

Adetola Odebode, GPSC elections chair
Graduate Professional Student Congress
479-575-5255, aoodebod@uark.edu

Scott Flanagin, executive director of communications
Division of Student Affairs
479-575-6785, sflanagi@uark.edu

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