USS Elections
Spring 2026 Election Information
Apply to Represent Your Fellow Hokies!
The 2026-2027 candidate application period is now open! Anyone interested in running for an elected position must complete their application by 11:59pm on March 1st. Check out the information below on each position to determine which position would be right for you!
Any questions related to elections can be directed to usselections@vt.edu.
Available Positions
Cabinet Positions
The leadership team of USS strives to provide support for all members of the USS, oversee critical functions of the organizations, and advocate for all Hokies within their roles.
Chairs USS Senate meetings, represents undergraduate students in administration interactions, oversees Cabinet, creates ad hoc committees, issues executive communications, and participates in the University Council.
Chairs the Issues and Policy and Special Program committees, reviews legislation for alignment with governing documents, serves as the Senate parliamentarian, and participates in the University Council.
Chairs the Inclusive Affairs Committee, reviews legislation on matters pertaining to inclusion and accessibility, oversees the Director of Governmental relations and annual advocacy trips.
Chairs the USS Appropriations Committee, which is in charge of allocating funds from the student activity fee to clubs and organizations. This role also oversees the Director of Finance and serves as the Chair of SAFAB. This joint committee between the USS and GSBB manages the appropriation strategy to all student organizations and is a policy board that strives to fund organizations in a fair and equitable manner.
Chairs the Commission for Undergraduate Student Affairs (CUSA), coordinates undergraduate student appointments to university committees, and serves as a voting member in the University Council.
Oversees internal communication channels, manages the logistics with USS Senate meetings, and oversees the Directors of Communications and Marketing, Membership Development, and Public Relations.
Elected Senator Positions
Senators represent various constituencies, participate in Senate discussions and legislative actions, collaborate with USS Cabinet members, and serve on USS Committees and University Committees and Commissions.
Represent the general undergraduate student body. They focus on broader university issues, work on initiatives that impact all students, and engage with a variety of student groups and committees.
Represent specific colleges within the university. Their responsibilities include voicing the concerns and interests of their college's students, participating in relevant committees, and facilitating communication between their academic college and the USS.
Current Vacancies:
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (4)
- College of Art, Architecture, and Design (2)
- College of Engineering (14)
- College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences (5)
- College of Natural Resources and Environment (1)
- College of Science (6)
- College of Veterinary Medicine (1)
- Intercollege (1)
- Pamplin College of Business (7)
Spring Election Timeline
- January 26-March 1: Applications are open
- March 2-6: Eligibility Checks
- March 17-29: Campaigning Timeframe
- March 23-29: Election Week
- March 23: Meet the Candidates Chillfield Event
- March 31: Results are certified and made public