Executives - What Do They Do?

The GSB President and Vice President have the most visible and important leadership roles in student government. These individuals work to establish government policies and goals, assemble an executive leadership team in the form of a Cabinet, and represent all students in interactions with university, city, and state officials. The President and Vice President provide the drive and direction for new initiatives around campus.

The GSB President is the primary representative of Iowa State students. He or she works directly with university, city, and state officials to help make student goals a reality. The GSB President is also a representative of Iowa State students to the Board of Regents, who set policies and ordinances such as tuition for students of Iowa State University, the University of Northern Iowa, and the University of Iowa. He or she appoints a Cabinet to aid in accomplishing executive goals. (See tomorrow's post for roles of Cabinet!) The President also appoints a Finance Director, who oversees the entire financial process for GSB, as well as the GSB Supreme Court members. The President has the authority to sign (or veto) all bills passed by GSB Senate, as well as the ability to issue Executive Orders. Finally, the GSB President serves on numerous university committees and has a direct voice in the creation and modification of university policies.

The GSB Vice President serves to aid the President in accomplishing executive goals and initiatives. He or she serves as chair for GSB Senate meetings. The Vice President is another important representative for Iowa State students on the university, local, and state levels, and represents GSB on many committees. The Vice President is also charged with assisting in the selection of Cabinet and other executive appointments.

The above duties are those established as minimum levels by the GSB Bylaws. The Roling/Dobbels administration is committed to extending these responsibilities, especially as they relate to interactions with students and student organizations. (Stay tuned for a discussion on these issues coming on Saturday!)