The ASCC is the Cerritos College student government and official voice for the Cerritos College student that represents students in all District decision-making processes. The ASCC is comprised of three branches – the Cabinet, Court, and Senate.

ASCC Cabinet

The ASCC Cabinet is the executive branch of student government. Cabinet, led by the ASCC President, is comprised of the ASCC Vice President, Treasurer, Chief of Staff, and 20 Directors/Deputy Directors. The Cabinet meets weekly during the Fall (starting mid-September) and Spring semesters on Mondays from 2-4PM in Auto Partners (AP) 12.

Cabinet duties include:

• Attend weekly Cabinet meetings. Must be available at least 2-4PM on Mondays. No exception.
• Review Cabinet agendas and other agenda items such as joint legislation, presentations, etc.
• Initiate meetings with several departments, divisions, and administrators on a regular basis to communicate student input and department needs

 

ASCC Senate

The ASCC Senate is the legislative branch of student government.  Senate is comprised of 26 Senators and led by the ASCC Vice President.  The Senate meets weekly during Fall (starting mid-September) and Spring semesters, on Wednesdays from 2-4pm in LC155.

The Senate also has officer roles available to Senators, including: Clerk, Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Party Whip, Pro Tempore, Sergeant of Arms, and Faculty Senate Liaison. In addition, there is opportunity for Senators to chair Senate sub-committees: Appropriations, Health & Safety, Rules & Administration, and Special Services and Activities.

Senator duties include:

• Attend weekly Senate meetings.  Must be available at least 2-4pm on Wednesdays.
• Review Senate agendas and proposed legislation prior to each week’s meeting.
• Outreach to students to learn what they need, want, and potential challenges they are facing.  Senators represent approximately 750 students each, and serve as the voice of the student body.
• Write and present legislation – bills and resolutions – that respond to student needs. This may be appropriating funding to a club or department, writing a stance of support for an issue affecting students, or updating the ASCC Constitution or Bylaws. Prior legislation can be viewed on the ASCC legislation webpage.

 

ASCC Court

The ASCC Court is the judicial branch of student government. Court is comprised of 8 Associate Justices and led by the Chief Justice. The Court meets weekly during the Fall and Spring semesters on Tuesdays at 11AM in Auto Partners (AP) 11.

The Court also has officer roles available to Associate Justices including: Chief Justice Pro Tempore and Court Clerk.

Associate Justice duties include:

• Attend weekly Court meetings. Must be available at least 12-1PM on Tuesdays.
• Review Court agendas and proposed presentations for potential action needed to be taken by the Court
• Interpret the ASCC Constitution and By-laws when requested
• Oversees student body elections as the Election Board
• Represent the student voice in grade grievance panels when requested

The Student Programming Board (SPB) is a student group that creates large-scale events for the student body related to arts/entertainment, school spirit & traditions, health & wellness, culture & heritage, and student equity & advocacy. SPB events promote a sense of belonging for Cerritos College students.

SPB also has officer roles available to members, including: Board Chair, Vice Chair, Marketing Director, Core Events Director, Public Relations Director, Special Events Director

Member duties include:

• Dedicate about 1-5 hours a week, which would include: coordinating an event, event support, event attendance and,bi-weekly team meetings.
• Encourage students to attend and participate in events created by SPB.
• Maintain records of all activities, including attendance, and financial expenses reports.
• Maintain strong relationships with various campus departments.
• Attend trainings, retreats, and leadership programs made available.

Student clubs and organizations are a great way for students to connect with others through shared interests, academic or career paths, cultures, identities, and more. These groups host meetings and events on-campus, while some also host off-campus opportunities such as conferences, trips, and more.

The student clubs and organizations have officer and leadership roles available if you're interested in developing your leadership skills.

Learn more and join student clubs and organizations on FalConnect.

Shared Governance Committees

Shared Governance Committees are campus-wide groups focused on specific topics, such as Art in Public Spaces, Enrollment Management, Facilities Planning, Student Life, etc. The student voice is critical, and students may volunteer to represent the student body by serving on these committees. For a full list of Committees, their descriptions, and meeting date/times, please visit the Shared Governance website.

Those that serve as a student representative on a shared governance committee are eligible to earn a Student Representation Stipend, earned at a rate of $20 per meeting attended.

To express interest in serving on a committee please email ASCC@cerritos.edu, and share which committee you are interested in and can commit to attending. 

 

Hiring and Selection Committees

Student representatives are regularly needed to sit on hiring committees for management positions, and at times faculty positions.  In addition, student representation is needed for ‘Request for Proposal’ (RFP) committees when the campus is searching for new contracts – such as copiers, food service, architects for new construction, etc. 

These committees are a great way to learn about and participate in the hiring process, and the business side of campus operations.  It is also a good way to meet faculty and staff on campus, and grow your network.  As a committee member you will review and rate applications, participate in interviews, and take part in the final recommendation to the President/Superintendent and/or Board of Trustees for action. 

Those that serve as a student representative on a campus hiring or selection committee are eligible to earn a Student Representation Stipend, earned at a rate of $150 per committee process.

 

To be placed on the interest list for these committees, please email ASCC@cerritos.edu. As opportunities arise students on the interest list are sent a notice with information, and can volunteer.

The Falcon Leadership Institute (FLI) is a leadership certificate program that aims to help student develop and enhance their leadership skills.

Based on The Leadership Challenge: How to Make Extraordinary Things Happen in Organizations by James M. Kouzes and Barry Posner, students attend 5 workshops throughout the academic year, each based on one of the five leadership practices:

• Model the Way
• Inspire a Shared Vision
• Challenge the Process
• Enable Others to Act
• Encourage the Heart

To complete FLI and receive the completion certificate, participants must fully attend the five workshops, complete the workshop reflections, and complete the program reflection.

The ASCC Leadership Retreat is a multi-day conference that aims to enhance student’s understanding of leadership, social justice, and intra/inter-personal skills and abilities.

Students participate in interactive workshops and activities in an off-campus location.

The Student Trustee is a member of the District Board of Trustees, and represents the student voice within the Board. This is a critical position to advancing the needs of current students to the governing Board. This is an elected position by the student body, and their term is one academic year.

Elections for the Student Trustee are held in the Spring semester.