Governing Documents and FAQ
The PSGA’s Constitution and Bylaws are currently under review by the Ad Hoc Governing Documents Committee. Changes will be ratified by the end of the Spring 2026 semester.
As of Fall 2025, the documents are out-of-date, confusing, redundant, and at times contradictory of each other.
Additional policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines will be created throughout the 25-26 year and eventually added here and on PantherLink.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
What is the PSGA?
PSGA stands for Purchase Student Government Association. We represent the student body through shared governance, and we serve the student body through allocating the funds generated by the Mandatory Student Activity Fee (MSAF). This is why you see “PFBYMSAF” on flyers around campus; that event was paid for by the MSAF! These funds go to clubs, services, The Stood, and more.
How can I start my own club?
To start a club, you must hold two general interest meetings and take attendance. Then, submit that attendance along with a charter/constitution for your organization to the New Club/Organization Registration Form on PantherLink (an example charter is linked on the form). You must also fill out and submit a club contact form; at minimum, your club needs a President and Treasurer (or equivalent, if different titles) and a faculty advisor (although they don’t have to do much at all). The Steering Committee will then vote on your form submission. Once approved, you will get $50 from the new club fund and will then be eligible to submit a budget request in the spring for the next academic year.
How do I book The Stood?
You can book the Student Center using this booking form, which can be found on the Stood’s PantherLink and Instagram pages. Your request will be reviewed by the General Programming Coordinator, Janelix V. Rivera, and is not guaranteed until she confirms it with you. To ensure a mix of programming, priority is typically first-come, first-served, unless the requesting individual or organization is already booked for more than two events in the same semester.
What are the poster approval requirements and what is the process?