Student Senate

The HTC Student Senate is the voice of the student body in matters affecting student activities. It exists to initiate consideration of student problems, and to communicate action or recommendation to the designated school authorities.

The Student Senate is the Campus Student Organization as defined by the Minnesota State Policy 2.1.  The policy assigns the following duties to the Student Senate:

• That the Student Senate is the official representative for all students
• That the Senate has the sole authority to recommend the chartering of all clubs to the President of the College

Minnesota State Policy 2.3 and 2.3.1, and 2.8.1, that the Student Senate has the authority to appoint students, to all college committees, such as Finance, Policy, and Facilities.  The policies also require the administration to consult with the Student Senate.

As well as representing students, the Student Senate members are actively involved with LeadMN. LeadMN serves to add the Student Senates as well as lobbying the Legislature and Minnesota State.  Read more on their webpage at www.leadmn.org.

Any student taking at least one credit at Hennepin Technical College.

Getting involved in any club or organization can be one of the greatest, most rewarding experiences you will have while you are in college. By joining Student Senate you will have the opportunity to:

• Network and socialize with students, staff, faculty and administrators
• Build experience for your resume.
• Gain invaluable skills for future employment.
• Build social skills by interacting with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Enhance communication skills.
• Develop leadership skills by learning to take responsibility and manage challenges.
• Make friends and have fun!