Associated Students is a student-funded, student-run UCSB department that provides services, resources, programs, and opportunities to enrich student life and our community. We do a little bit of everything!
Join an A.S. Organization
With more than 50 student boards, committees, commissions, and units, it’s easy to find your place in Associated Students.
Apply to the Fellowship
Not sure where to start? The Pearman Fellowship teaches students about the many different roles and functions of A.S. At the end of the quarter-long fellowship, students can apply to the Executive office where they can create their own projects, or work on projects with staff.
Find a Job
Associated Students employs more than 200 students each year. Bike mechanic? Graphic artist? Worm wrangler? View A.S. job listings by logging into Handshake with your UCSB email.
Volunteer
A.S. Community Affairs Board connects students with volunteer opportunities year-round, including their winter and spring alternative break trips around the country!
Student Government Leadership
There are five A.S. Executive Officers that govern separate entities within the Association: the President, the Internal Vice President (IVP), the External Vice President for Local Affairs (EVPLA), the External Vice President for Statewide Affairs (EVPSA), and the Student Advocate General. Apply for a position in an Executive office, or run for an Executive position in the A.S. Spring Election.
You can also get involved with A.S. Senate and voice the opinions of your fellow Gauchos. Speak during public forum at Senate meetings on Wednesday evenings, or run for a Senate position yourself in the A.S. Spring Election.
Attend an Event
Associated Students hosts dozens of events year-round: concerts, free exercise classes, workshops, festivals, town halls, study jams — just to name a few!
