Robert's Rules of Orders
What motion is used to officially end a meeting?
Motion to adjourn
What does SGA stand for?
Student Government Association
Which executive board member typically leads SGA meetings?
The President
How many years is one presidential term?
4 years
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
What needs to happen after someone makes a motion before it can be discussed?
Another member has to second the motion
Who does SGA primarily represent on campus?
The student body
Which executive board member usually takes over when the President is absent?
The Vice President
What is the highest law of the United States?
The U.S. Constitution
What form do college students complete to apply for federal financial aid?
FAFSA
What is the minimum number or members needed to conduct a meeting called?
A quorum
WHad document contains the basic rules and structure of an SGA?
The Constitution
Which executive board member is usually responsible for taking meeting minutes?
The Secretary
At what age can a U.S. citizen vote in federal elections?
18 years old
What is a college student who has not yet earned a bachelor’s degree called?
Undergraduate
What is the official written record of what happened during a meeting called?
Meeting minutes
What is the group of student representatives who discuss and vote on SGA business often called?
The Senate
Which executive board member is typically responsible for keeping track of SGA funds and expenses?
The Treasurer
How many voting members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
435
What is the official document that shows your courses, grades, and credits earned?
Transcript
You get an important phone call during the meeting and need to step outside. What do you call?
Point of Personal Privilege
What document contains the more detailed rules for how an SGA operates?
The bylaws
Which executive board member usually serves as the main connection between SGA and other student organizations?
Inter-Club Council (ICC Liaison)
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
What is the term for the official ceremony where students receive their degrees?
Commencement