About the Graduate Student Organization
The Graduate Student Organization (GSO) represents all Binghamton University graduate students. The mission of the GSO is to liaise between graduate students and university entities to ensure that graduate student needs are met. The GSO is composed of senators and representatives from all the academic departments on campus, as well as an Executive Board that addresses graduate student issues and concerns. We provide several types of funding for graduate students, helpful information in our communications and social events that draw graduate students together across disciplines.
Job Description
Term: June 1 – May 31
Hours & Compensation: $10,000/term. The Graduate Vice President for Multicultural Affairs (GVPMA) is expected to work an average of 9hrs/week.
The GVPMA chairs the Socio-cultural and Multicultural Assembly (SCMA). In that role, the GVPMA helps distribute & manage the budgets of the non-departmental GSO sub-organizations, as well as facilitate communication & cultural exchange. The GVPMA also advocates to improve the representation and protect the rights and interests of graduate students and faculty of diverse gender identification, sexual orientation, race, culture, religion, ability, socioeconomic class, and from all backgrounds.
Duties & Responsibilities
Chair of the SCMA
- Conduct outreach & assist groups interested in chartering as non-dept. sub-orgs.
- Coordinate & chair SCMA meetings.
- Allocate & monitor the budgets for non-dept. sub-orgs.
- Solicit feedback regarding student concerns, particularly pertaining to identities such as gender, sexual orientation, race, culture, religion, ability, & socioeconomic class.
- Engage non-dept. sub-orgs. to participate in GSO events (entertainment, tabling, etc.)
Advocacy & Events
- Initiate meetings & maintain communication with University offices (i.e. Graduate School Dean’s Office, Dean of Students, Student Affairs, Fleishman Center, MRC, ISSS, etc.)
- Advocate for student concerns, particularly regarding above mentioned identities, and work towards solutions. Report progress to the Senate.
- Assist the Assistant to the President with GSO Events as a member of the Events Committee.
- Collaborate with MRC & undergraduate VPMA regarding advocacy & events.
- Present a report to the Senate of their accomplishments at the end of each semester.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Candidate Eligibility
- Matriculated graduate student in good standing at Binghamton University.
- At least two semesters remaining at Binghamton University & able to complete full term of office.
Essential Qualifications
While not mandated in our bylaws, voters should look for candidates that meet these requirements.
- Involvement in the GSO or one of its sub-organizations.
- Leadership experience (chair of a committee; leader of a team, organization or club).
- Good communication skills (timely email responses and detailed reporting of plans & activities).
- Autonomy – able to work without direct supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as an officer of the GSO or one of its sub-organizations.
- Involvement in a GSO non-dept sub-org.
- Proven track record of advocating for students, with tangible outcomes.
- Established network of contacts in University offices.
Nominations for Graduate Vice President for Multicultural Affairs are now closed.