EMU SG is seeking an election commission to serve for the upcoming Student Body Elections. Any interested parties must attend the Senate Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 16, in 352 SC, where they will be able to run for a seat on the commission.

The commission is an independent body headed by a commissioner appointed by the Student Senate. The commission is charged with administering fair and open elections.

The responsibilities of the commission include:

·       The commission cannot back or show support for candidates or referendums.

·       The commission must create and make known to the Student Senate and the student body an election calendar stating dates important to the elections.

·       The commission must design and implement effective advertisements and marketing for the elections and election related events.

·       The commission must administer fair and open debates and forums.

·       The commission must administer fair, open and democratic elections.

·       The commission must honestly count the votes and post accurate results.

·       The commission must reprimand individuals and/or campaigns for misconduct by all available means.

·       The commission must prepare an operational budget for the commission.

·       The commission must turn in a money log to the Director of Business and Finance for auditing.