Recruitment & Elections
Create a better Cal Poly for current and future generations of students by joining one of the three branches of ASI Student Government!
ASI Elections Overview
ASI elections are held each spring to determine the student leadership for the following academic year. Elected representatives include the ASI president and the ASI Board of Directors. The filing period for these positions begins in winter quarter.
The ASI president is the only elected at-large student leader at Cal Poly and serves as the official ASI representative to the university and the general public.
The ASI Board of Directors consists of 24 elected positions that serve as the official voice of Cal Poly students in regard to student advocacy efforts and ASI corporate activity.
File as a write-in candidate before Apr. 24, 2026 at 8 a.m. For additional resources, visit Recruitment & Elections FAQs.
View the ASI Election Code.
Chair of the University Union Advisory Board Nominations
Nominations for the 2026–27 Chair of the University Union Advisory Board (UUAB) will be accepted at the first UUAB meetings of spring quarter on Tuesday, April 7 at 1 p.m. at the University Union (Bldg. 65, Rm. 219) and Monday, April 20 at 3 p.m. at the University Union (Bldg. 65, Rm. 220). Any currently enrolled Cal Poly student may submit the name of an eligible student for nomination during one of these two meetings. Students being nominated must accept their nomination during one of these two meetings.
The Chair of the UUAB serves as an officer of the ASI corporation and is responsible for the calling, planning, and facilitation of UUAB meetings.
File Now as a Write-In Candidate for the 2026–27 ASI President or ASI Board of Directors
Didn’t submit your candidate packet in time? There’s still a path to the ballot! Cal Poly students interested in running for ASI President or the ASI Board of Directors may participate as write-in candidates. While your name won’t be printed on the ballot, supporters can write you in on election day.
Complete the required candidate filing forms and your intent to run no later than 24 hours after polls close on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 8 a.m.
Meet the 2026–27 Candidates
See the list of current candidates and write-in candidates running for 2026–27 ASI president and ASI Board of Directors.
Positions
ASI Student Government is comprised of both elected and appointed student positions. During ASI elections, the ASI president and Board of Directors are elected through a campuswide student vote. Students interested in appointed positions are required to apply, interview, and are then potentially selected to serve.
ASI President
Elected in the spring, the ASI president represents the general student body and acts as the official representative and host of ASI to university administration and the general public. The ASI president serves for the fiscal year and is responsible for providing input regarding corporate operations and student advocacy.
The filing period for the 2026–27 ASI President is now closed. Write-In candidates can complete the required candidate filing forms and submit their intent to run until Friday, April 24, 2026, at 8 a.m.
ASI Board of Directors
Serving as the official voice of Cal Poly students, the ASI Board of Directors is comprised of representatives from each academic college. These student-elected representatives establish policies and parameters for the affairs, properties, personnel, and operations of ASI, in addition to representing students at a campus, city, state, and federal level.
The filing period for the 2026–27 ASI President is now closed. Write-In candidates can complete the required candidate filing forms and submit their intent to run until Friday, April 24, 2026, at 8 a.m.
ASI Executive Cabinet & Chief of Staff
The ASI Executive Cabinet is comprised of members appointed by the ASI president and chief of staff who work with Executive Staff volunteers, Cal Poly students, ASI staff, and community members to carry out the president’s goals. Applications for cabinet positions including the chief of staff open during spring quarter.
Learn more about the ASI chief of staff position.
Learn more about the ASI Executive Cabinet.
View the ASI Executive Cabinet Responsibility Guide.
University Union Advisory Board
The University Union Advisory Board (UUAB) is comprised of one appointed student member from each academic college including the vice-chair, one ASI Board of Directors representative, and the ASI president or designee. UUAB representatives advise the university president and ASI executive director on policies, programs, and improvements related to ASI-managed facilities including the Julian A. McPhee University Union, Cal Poly Recreation Center, Cal Poly Sports Complex, Doerr Family Field, and The Forum.
View the UUAB Responsibility Guide.
Learn more about the Chair of the University Union Advisory Board position. Nominations for the Chair position will be accepted at the UUAB meetings on April 7 and 20, 2026.
Candidate Documents
ASI President Candidate Important Documents
ASI President Responsibility Guide
Learn MoreOverview of ASI Officer Roles and Attendance Obligations
Learn MorePresidential Campaign Close-Out Statement
Learn MoreASI President Write-In Packet
Learn MoreASI Board of Directors Candidate Important Documents
Board of Directors Responsibility Guide
Learn MoreASI Board of Directors Attendance Obligations
Learn MoreBoard of Directors Campaign Close-Out Statement
Learn MoreASI Board of Directors Write-In Packet
Learn MoreGeneral Candidate Documents
Election Timeline
Learn MoreQualifications for Office
Learn MoreInstant Run-Off Voting
Learn MoreASI Elections Withdrawal Form
Learn MoreExecutive Cabinet
The Executive Cabinet is made up of 5–9 students who work with student volunteers, ASI staff, and community members to carry out the president’s goals. View the Executive Cabinet Responsibility Guide.
Applications for the 2026–27 ASI Executive Cabinet will open April 27, 2026.
Chief of Staff
The Chief of Staff provides leadership and guidance to the ASI Executive Cabinet and ensures the President’s goals are facilitated through the Executive Cabinet. View the Chief of Staff Responsibility Guide.
Applications for the 2026–27 ASI Chief of Staff will open April 20, 2026.
University Union Advisory Board
The University Union Advisory Board (UUAB) members make policy recommendations for ASI-managed facilities, while working to maintain the integrity of the UU Fee. The UUAB is comprised of one appointed student member from each academic college, one of whom also serves as the vice chair. View the UUAB Responsibility Guide.
Applications for the 2026–27 UUAB will open April 27, 2026.
Recruitment & Elections Committee
Recruitment and Elections Committee
The ASI Recruitment & Elections Committee is responsible for the effective recruitment of candidates and facilitation of the ASI Elections to serve in every branch of Student Government in addition to ASI Leadership Team positions, ASI Executive Cabinet, and University Union Advisory Board (UUAB). The community is invited to attend the Recruitment & Elections weekly meeting.
Recruitment and Elections Disciplinary Subcommittee
The ASI Recruitment & Elections Disciplinary Subcommittee is a subcommittee of the ASI Recruitment & Elections Committee formed during spring quarter, and is the governing body for all alleged violations of the ASI Election Code. The community is invited to attend the meetings. The Disciplinary Subcommittee meets on an as needed basis.
