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Associated Students of Laney College (ASLC)

ASLC student government

The Associated Students of Laney College (ASLC) is the official student government that represents and serves the Laney College student body. ASLC is committed to enhancing student life through leadership, advocacy, and supporting initiatives that improve the college experience.

Key ASLC Responsibilities Include:

  • Distributing funding for clubs, scholarships, and resources that directly benefit students.
  • Advocating for student interests by serving on Participatory Governance Committees to ensure student voices are heard in key decisions.
  • Promoting campus life by sponsoring a variety of clubs, programs, and events that foster a fun, inclusive, and safe environment.
  • Facilitating communication between students, faculty, and administration to address student needs and concerns effectively.
Consider joining ASLC and making a positive impact on campus! Apply for a position and review position descriptions below!

Whether you’re interested in leadership, making friends, or creating a more engaging campus, ASLC offers numerous opportunities to get involved and shape the Laney College experience.


Laney Graduation - Save The Date

05/23/25 at 10:00am - 01:00pm | Laney Eagles Football Stadium & Field House

The countdown to graduation begins! 🎉 Our 2025 Graduation Ceremony is set for Friday, May 23, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Eagles Stadium.

📅 Graduation Rehearsal: Thursday, May 22, at 3 PM @ Eagles Stadium.

Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the big day!

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Laney Graduation - Save The Date

05/23/25 at 10:00am - 01:00pm | Laney Eagles Football Stadium & Field House

The countdown to graduation begins! 🎉 Our 2025 Graduation Ceremony is set for Friday, May 23, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Eagles Stadium.

📅 Graduation Rehearsal: Thursday, May 22, at 3 PM @ Eagles Stadium.

Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the big day!

Learn More →

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Student Activities & Campus Life Office
Phone: (510) 464-3188
laneystudentactivities@peralta.edu

Location
Student Center, Room 412 (SC-412)

ASLC Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 5:00pm
Regular ASLC Meetings
Mondays, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Student Center, Room 401A

ASLC Zoom Meeting Link

Follow ASLC!

Director of Student Activities & Campus Life
Atiya Rashada
Phone: (510) 464-3234
arashada@peralta.edu

Location
Student Center, Room 413 (SC-413)

By Joining ASLC, You Will…

🌟 Gain Strong Leadership Skills!
Develop and hone your leadership abilities through hands-on experience.
📢 Practice Student Advocacy!
Be a voice for your fellow students and advocate for their needs.
🎉 Organize Events on Campus!
Plan and execute exciting events that enhance campus life.
👥 Represent Student Views!
Serve as a representative, ensuring student opinions are heard and valued.
🤝 Engage in Shared Governance!
Contribute to the decision-making process through active participation in shared governance.
📋 Gain Skills to Build Your Resume!
Acquire valuable skills that will set you apart in future endeavors.
🌐 Expand Your Network!
Connect with diverse individuals and broaden your professional and personal network.
🌈 Impact Positive Change!
Play a pivotal role in creating a positive and inclusive campus environment.

Your Campus, Your Voice, Your Choice!

Join ASLC and be a catalyst for positive transformation at Laney College. Your journey toward leadership, advocacy, and community engagement begins here!
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ASLC 2025-26 Cabinet Elections Timeline

The Associated Students of Laney College (ASLC) is excited to announce the elections timeline for the 2025-26 Cabinet. If you're interested in running for a position, be sure to follow the key dates below.

Event(s) Date(s)
Election Committee formed January 21st
Announcement of Election Timeline January 28th
Application Filing Open January 28th
Application Filing Deadline for All Candidates and Propositions February 18th
Official Announcement of Candidates and Propositions February 25th
Candidates Meetings (Required) March 4th – March 7th
Candidates Campaign Period (4 Weeks) March 11th – April 7th
Election Days (Tuesday/Wednesday) April 8th & 9th
Announcement of Election Results (by 5 p.m.) April 14th
Student Protest Form to Challenge Election Results Due by 5 p.m. April 15th
Certification of Election Results Due by 5 p.m. April 21st

Additional Information:

  • All election announcements and updates will be available on the ASLC webpage.
  • Election results and important notices will also be emailed to the student body via the SACL Newsletter.
  • Questions? Contact laneystudentactivities@peralta.edu for more details.

ASLC Information

ASLC 2024-2025 Contact Information
ASLC's Charge

(charge refers to the specific mission, objectives, or tasks assigned to a committee/senate, outlining its purpose and scope of responsibilities)

Section 51023.7 in Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations states that the governing board of a community college district shall provide students with “an opportunity to participate in formulation and development of district and college policies and procedures that have or will have a significant effect on students.”

These policies and procedures include:

  1. Grading policies;
  2. Codes of student conduct;
  3. Academic disciplinary policies;
  4. Curriculum development;
  5. Course or programs that should be initiated or discontinued;
  6. Processes for institutional planning and budget development;
  7. Standards and policies regarding student preparation and success;
  8. Student services planning and development;
  9. Student fees within the authority of the district to adopt; and
  10. Any other district and college policy, procedure or related matter that the district governing board determines will have a significant effect on students.

View the full text of Section 51023.7.


Meetings

Official ASLC meetings are held on Mondays 3:30-4:30 pm, in the Student Center, Rm. 401 (4th floor)


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Do you want to make a difference in your community? Join us in our mission to achieve a better Laney.

ASLC Roles & Position Descriptions

President

  •  Be the official representative of and to the Student Body.
  •  Uphold and maintain the ASLC constitution.
  •  Have the power to call special meetings of the ASLC Senate.
  •  Have the power to fill by appointment with, Senate approval, vacancies that may occur in the Executive branch for the remainder of office term.
  •  Chair the ASLC meetings.
  •  Serve as the liaison between the college administration, faculty and students, and shall plan and present annual goals to the Student Senate.
  •  Shall cast the deciding vote in the case of a tie or where his/her vote will affect the results of a two-thirds (2/3) vote.
  •  Shall have the power of veto.
  •  Shall attend Peralta District Board meetings or send a representative in his/her place.
  •  Shall maintain three (3) office hours per week.
  •  Shall keep in contact with the other Associated Student Governments in the Peralta district.
  •  Have the power to assign council members to committees.
  •  To serve on at least (1) Shared governance committee and (1) ASLC standing committee.

Vice President

  •  Uphold and maintain the ASLC constitution.
  •  Take over all duties of the President whenever the President is unable to serve.
  •  To oversee all Senator positions and report directly to the ASLC president.
  •  To serve on at least two (2) Shared governance committees and (2) ASLC standing committee per school year.
  •  Shall perform Sergeant of Arms duties during all ASLC meetings including keeping speakers to their time limit to speak and keeping order during the meeting.
  •  Shall maintain three (3) office hours per week.

 

Student Advocate

  •  Shall attend all SSCCC Region meetings.
  •  Provide monthly update to ASLC Senate regarding SSCCC Region meetings
  •  Serve as ASLC Senate representative vote at SSCCC Annual General Assembly
  •  Coordinate with ASLC Senate to cocreate and submit resolutions timely and in accordance with SSCCC timelines and guidance policies.

 

Secretary of External Affairs

  •  Responsible for recording, publishing, and posting minutes of the Senate meetings within 72 hours after a Senate meeting.
  •  Responsible for keeping records of all external correspondence to ASLC.
  •  Assign a number to and identify the sponsors of all bills and proposals.
  •  Prepare the agenda for each Senate meeting which must be posted no later than 72 hours before a Senate meeting.
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC or a majority vote of the ASLC.
  •  Three (3) office hours per week.
  •  To serve on at least two (2) committees per school year (1 shared governance, 1 ASLC).
  •  To report directly to the President of the ASLC. 

Secretary of Internal Affairs

  •  Responsible for keeping records of all correspondence internal to ASLC.
  •  Organize and make available all necessary governing and communication documents.
  •  Create and keep updated contact sheet of all current Student Council members.
  •  Monitor the attendance of all ASLC Council meetings.
  •  Take minutes for each ASLC meeting which must be posted no later than 72 hours after Senate meeting.
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC or a majority vote of the ASLC.
  •  Three (3) office hours per week.
  •  To serve on at least two (2) committees per school year (1 shared governance, 1 ASLC).
  •  To report directly to the President of the ASLC.

Treasurer

  •  Prepare the ASLC budget for the following year.
  •  Administer the current ASLC budget for the following year.
  •  Keep a current record of the financial state and maintain the accounts of the ASLC.
  •  Uphold and maintain the financial code.
  •  Shall prepare and present monthly budget reports to the Student Senate.
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC or a majority vote of the ASLC.
  •  To serve on at least (1) Shared governance and (1) ASLC standing committee.
  •  Three (3) office hours per week.
  •  To report directly to the President of the ASLC.

 

Publicity Commissioner

  •  Coordinate all ASLC Publicity.
  •  Manage and post to ASLC social media accounts.
  •  Be a Liaison between the ASLC and the Laney newspaper.
  •  Create and distribute an ASLC events master calendar each month as well a summary of the previous semester’s e vents.
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC or a majority vote of the ASLC.
  •  Three (3) hours per week.
  •  To serve on at least two (2) committees per school year (1 Shared Governance, 1 ASLC).
  •  To report directly to the President of the ASLC.

 

Club Affairs Officer

  •  Coordinate between the ASLC Senate and the ICC (Inter Club Council) on all activities.
  •  Ensure that all Inter-Club Council policies are followed.
  •  Give a monthly report on all club activities.
  •  Attend or send a delegate to at least one (1) meeting of every chartered club per Semester.
  •  Oversee all ICC meetings and events.
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC or a majority vote of the ASLC.
  •  Three (3) office hours per week.
  •  To serve on at least (1) Shared governance and (1) ASLC standing committee.
  •  To report directly to the President of the ASLC.

Senators

  •  All Senators of the ASLC council must hold two (2) office hours per week, making themselves available to students, faculty, and staff.
  •  Office hours shall be negotiated with the Secretary of Internal Operations and the Vice President of the ASLC.
  •  To serve on at least two (2) committees per school year (1 Shared Governance, 1 ASLC).
  •  Shall perform any other functions as deemed necessary by the President of the ASLC and a majority vote of the ASLC.

Laney College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, and immigration status

(Rev. 1.18.24)

 

ASLC Agendas & Minutes

Regular ASLC Meetings:

Mondays, 3:30-4:30 pm

Student Center, Room 401A

 

Spring 2025 Agendas & Minutes

Meeting Date Agenda Minutes
February 10, 2025 Agenda  
February 3, 2025 Agenda Minutes
January 27, 2025 Agenda Minutes

 

Fall 2024 Minutes and Agendas

Meeting Date Agenda Minutes
December 2, 2024 Agenda Minutes
November 25, 2024 Agenda Minutes
November 18, 2024 Agenda Minutes
November 4, 2024 Agenda Minutes
October 28, 2024 Agenda Minutes
October 21, 2024 Agenda Minutes
October 14, 2024 Agenda Minutes
October 7, 2024 Agenda Minutes
September 30, 2024 Agenda Minutes
September 23, 2024 Agenda Minutes
September 16, 2024 Agenda Minutes
September 9, 2024 Agenda Minutes
August 26, 2024 Agenda Minutes



Summer 2024 Minutes and Agendas

PCCD Student Government Retreat
Summer 2024 Agenda
11 am-3 pm

Meeting Date Agenda
August 9, 2024 Agenda
August 2, 2024 (Retreat) Agenda

 

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