USG Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/UICUSG The Undergraduate Student Government is the official governing body of undergraduate students at the University of Illinois at Chicago. "Is USG only for students studying politics or for students interested in governmental procedure?" No, USG is for all and every student! In fact we have a wide variety of undergraduate majors serving on USG from every college and department.
2. "Do I have to run in the Student Elections in March to become a member of USG?" No, although running in the student elections guarantees you a seat for the entire upcoming academic year, there are other ways to become an assembly member or an associate member now. Visit http://www.uic-usg.org/about-usg/become-a-member/ to learn how.
3. USG is the governing body of the students and acts as the student representative in administrative affairs and university initiatives.
4. "Where is the USG office located?" The USG office is located in Student Center East on the 3rd floor. Take the stairs or elevator on the first floor (near either entrance of the bowling alley), or from the second floor Inner Circle through the stairwell in the Commuter Student Center or the elevator behind the Sbarro restaurant.
5. "When are the USG meetings?" The USG general body assembly meets every Thursday at 5:00 PM on the 5th floor of SCE (using the elevators near Montgomery Lounge). USG committees meet additionally throughout the week on separate times.
6. "What goes on in USG general assembly meetings?" We vote on resolutions concerning internal affairs and student issues. We discuss potential projects, ideas, and campus news. We debate ideas and present findings on student issues. The force of 30 students working together every week is the key to productivity!
7. "What can USG do for my UIC student organization?" USG offers group funding! USG may provide financial assistance to student organizations for academic functions off campus that serve in the best interest of the University. To learn how visit http://www.uic-usg.org/group-funding/how-to-request-group-funding/.
8. "How can I stay informed on USG news?" First, "like" our page. You can also request to be added to our mailing list to receive our monthly newsletter. To be added to our mailing list, submit a request at the bottom of our website homepage: http://www.uic-usg.org/ OR send us a Facebook message here. Suggestion or comment? Leave an anonymous suggestion on our google form: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFNVeTJhaUpla1VlczJicmZ1VEFQNHc6MQ.
