CoA Associated Students of College of Alameda Elections

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The Associated Students of College of Alameda (ASCOA) Senate exists to be a voice for students while providing activities and services that improve the student experience.

Benefits

Represent students in participatory governance.
Plan campus life events that improve the student experience.
Grow your network and develop professional relationships.
Leadership development and public speaking skills.
Travel to state and national conferences to represent students.
Gain experience and build your resume.
Opportunities to build leadership skills.

Requirements

A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
Be enrolled in a minimum of five (5) semester units at College of Alameda
Be in good standing with the College and District. Students on academic, progress, and/or disciplinary probation CANNOT serve on the ASCOA.

Timeline

DATE	TASK
20-Jan	Election Committee must have been formed
	Eleven weeks before Election Day
27-Jan	Announcement of election timeline
	Ten weeks before Election Day
27-Jan	Application filing open
	Ten weeks before Election Day
17-Feb	Application filing deadline for all candidates and props
	Seven weeks before Election Day
24-Feb	Official announcement of candidates and propositions
	Six weeks before Election Day
2-Mar	Candidates meetings
	Five weeks before Election Day
03/10 - 04/06	Campaign period
	Four weeks before Election Day
04/07 & 04/08	Election days (Tuesday/Wednesday)
13-Apr	Announcement of election results
	The following Monday after Election Day(s) by 5 p.m.
14-Apr	Turn in Student Protest Form to challenge election results
20-Apr	Certification of election results
	One week following announcement of election results (the following Monday by 5 p.m.)

ASCOA Elections

Benefits

Requirements

Election Information

2026-2027 PCCD Student Candidates

Senator

Student Trustee (2 positions)

Timeline

Important Documents

Contact Information

College Info

FACULTY/STAFF RESOURCES

STUDENT RESOURCES