Those interested in running for office should submit a declaration of intent. See below for details.
Campus-wide student government elections are held every semester. The spring general election is from March 3, 2025 to March 5, 2025! During this election, the student body will elect 20 academic congress representatives, fill any vacancies in residential congressional seats, and elect the next Student Body President and Vice President. The timeline below will be updated periodically as dates are finalized.
The Campaign Guide provides an overview of key rules, procedures, and dates for IUSG elections. While it helps candidates navigate their campaigns, it is not all-inclusive, and candidates are encouraged to consult the IUSG bylaws for additional details. The Spring 2025 Campaign Guide can be found below.
All candidates are required to submit a financial statement (even if it is blank). The deadline to file these with the Director is 10:00 p.m. on the date described above. Use the template below.
After declaring your intent to run for office, the elections manager will advertise a way in which candidates can reserve tabling slots at the IMU, Kelley Arboretum, and outisde of Ballantine Hall. Any and all tabling reservations must be made through the manager. Should you wish to reserve a space beyond a table, you should email the manager at iusgelco@iu.edu.
Advisory opinions can be submitted to request clarifications about the election code. Each advisory opinion request must include a specific action or procedure and reference to a specific section or sections of the election code. The election code can be found in Title 3 of the IUSG Bylaws. Requests must be submitted via the form below. Upon issuance, all advisory opinions will be made publically available here.
