16 Dec New Business: ASI Board Meeting, 12/3/2024
Associated Student Inc.’s student leaders and college representatives convened at the Titan Student Union on Dec.3, 2024 to review ASI updates, policies, resolutions as well as hear from Cal State Fullerton campus representatives. Several key action items were addressed, which can be detailed below.
To see future ASI Board of Directors Meeting dates for 2025, visit the ASI website.
1. Action: Resolution Amending Policy Concerning Fundraising (Finance)
Tabling at Discoverfest 2024. / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
The resolution concerning fundraising expands current ASI funds and advocates for a more elevated fundraising strategy. In accordance with ASI’s Finance Committee, the resolution brings awareness to social media advertising and calls for more support to ASI’s Food Pantry, Camp Titan and the Children’s Center. In implementing this resolution, additional fundraising pathways will be developed and designated with the guidance of ASI, as well as PR expenditures and campus programs.
2. Action: Resolution Amending Policy Concerning Social Media (Governance)
Wicked (2024) star Cynthia Erivo poses for a photo with attendees at Beyond the Conversation 2024 / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
In accordance with ASI’s Student Government, the resolution establishes guidelines for ASI student workers and staff regarding the use of official social media accounts. Recognizing the pivotal role of ASI’s media accounts in campus communication, the resolution calls for enhanced monitoring, security and accessibility. In implementing renewed sanctions, the resolution ensures that ASI’s social media channels maintain professionalism and consistency with the brand in content and presentation.
3. Action: Resolution to Strike Policy Concerning Student Leader Travel (Governance)
ASI student leaders at the ASI Installation Ceremony 2024 / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
ASI’s resolution to strike policy concerning student leader travel provides guidelines for student government leaders and ASI departments regarding brand representation during travel. The revised policy strengthens language around travel, events and updates practices to better serve student needs. In collaboration with ASI’s governance committee, the policy provides clear guidance on travel activities, funding allocation and the criteria for student leaders attending events outside the CSUF community.
4. Action: Resolution Amending Policy Concerning ASI Elections (Governance)
ASI Student Leaders pose for a photo with CSUF President Rochon at Titans Turn Out event. / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
ASI’s resolution amending policy concerning ASI Elections creates revisions to improve accountability and transparency in the election process. Updates include general corrections to language regarding recounts, eligibility requirements and an emphasis on accountability throughout the appointment process. The resolution also introduces a new training requirement for candidates and student leaders, with new expectations within their roles and responsibilities. In collaboration with the governance committee, the policy contains clear guidelines to ensure accuracy within ASI election outcomes. The revisions aim to enhance the governance of ASI and provide a more accessible election process to student voters and candidates.
5. Action: Resolution Approving the Spring 2025 Board and Committee Schedule
ASI student leaders swear in at ASI Installation Ceremony 2024 / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
Presented by Board of Directors Chair Gavin Ong, the resolution highlights campus closures, holidays and semester intersessions directly affecting ASI’s Board and Committee meetings for the upcoming year. In approving the resolution, the board schedule can be adopted for Spring 2025 and accessible for student and staff attendance.
6. Action: Resolution Reaffirming Support of the ASI Student Wellness Initiative
Students pose for a photo at the ASI Student Wellness Initiative Kickoff Event. / Credit: ASICSUF Flickr
Presented by ASI student leaders, the resolution regarding reaffirming support for the ASI Student Wellness Initiative aims to reiterate the initiative’s goal and purpose to the Titan community. The initiative strives to establish eight wellness divisions to the CSUF campus and maintains solutions to expand campus centers, programs and modernize existing spaces on campus. The Wellness Initiative uses student feedback to adapt to current student needs and realign CSUF’s commitment to implementing the student voice. In reaffirming the resolution, ASI seeks to improve the Titan experience, propel CSUF growth and increase student success rates.