Student Government
"A college isn't defined by its buildings, it's defined by its people. The future of RIT Croatia is shaped by those who choose to contribute to its community, and Student Government exists to create the opportunities that make those contributions possible. We believe the most meaningful college experiences happen beyond the classroom. They are found in the ideas we bring to life, the communities we build, the challenges we take on, and the people we grow into. Our role is to encourage students to step forward, explore new opportunities, and discover their potential. Our goal is not simply to organize events, but to help create a campus where students feel connected, inspired, and empowered to make a difference. If every student leaves RIT Croatia having found a place where they belong, then we have succeeded.”
- Eni Vidulić, Student Government President
About the Student Government
RIT Croatia’s Student Government (SG) is a self-governing organization of and for RIT Croatia students, working to enhance the quality of student life. The Student Government is represented through an elected body called the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee consists of two RIT Croatia Student Government Executive committees: RIT Croatia Dubrovnik campus Student Government Executive Committee and RIT Croatia Zagreb campus Student Government Executive Committee. Both committees are responsible for establishing SG’s long-range goals, organizing various student events, managing SG's financial funds, preparing the budget, and disbursing funds to student events and projects, as well as addressing suggestions and issues raised by students regarding programs, courses, and classes.
The Student Government will ensure that the student interests are properly represented as well as addressed by RIT Croatia’s administration, staff, and faculty. In order to assure this, the Executive Committee will announce frequent open forums where students will be able to participate.
The Executive Committee also works on establishing relationships that are beneficial for RIT Croatia and its students, with organizations as the RIT Student Government, the College and Polytechnic Student Council of the Republic of Croatia, the global campuses, and others.
Members and Positions
The members of the Student Government divide various functions among themselves:
President (one position for both campuses) leads the Student Government, connecting the work of the two campuses and building connections, improving and maintaining the structure and workflows of the SG, and being responsible for achieving the goals set.
Vice president (one per campus) leads the Student Government of the designated campus coordinating events and projects planned, as well as the communication with members. The vice president supports the president in their role and, in the case of stepping down, the VP attends to their functions until the election of a new President happens.
Head of Finance and Events (one per campus) organizes events for the student body of the designated campus. The department commits to organizing events that serve a variety of purposes that include education, cultural development, sport, and fun; to engage as many students as possible, while maintaining high quality.
Head of Marketing and Communications: (one per campus) is responsible for event promotion, social media management, and the overall visibility of Student Government initiatives.
Head of Advocacy and Clubs: (one per campus) acts as a Student Ombudsperson, serving as a primary link between students and the Student Government. They are responsible for gathering student suggestions and feedback, ensuring that all information is clearly communicated, and making sure the student body is well-informed about all campus activities. They support student clubs in planning their operations and realizing their initiatives.
Events
During the year, SG organizes various events for our students to meet the student body, learn something new, help others, and most importantly – have fun! Events organized by SG include:
- Charity Auction - Traditional event with a charitable cause that brings the staff, faculty, and students together, all by a great cause of helping those in need.
- Pub Quiz – Quizzes organized on a variety of topics from general knowledge to themed evenings.
- Coffee with the SG – Networking events where students can share their ideas or concerns with the SG members.
- Company visits - To facilitate experiencing workdays in successful companies, networking with professionals from the field, and learning about the work environment works daily.
- Themed events – Halloween, Valentine’s Day, etc.
- Workshops – SG organizes a variety of workshops for students depending on their current interests.
Take a look at Student Government activities here:
Student Government Dubrovnik (@sgdubrovnik) • Instagram profile
Student Government (@sgzagreb) • Instagram photos and videos
Election process and joining Student Government
The Student Government Elections take place once a year in the spring semester. Students can apply to become a year-level representative or a member of the Leadership Group, made up of the Vice President, Head of Finance and Events, Head of Marketing and Communications, and Head of Advocacy and Clubs. The student body casts a vote for their year-level representative and their Leadership Group. After the new Members’ Cabinet has been elected, they vote for the new SG Presidents who oversees both campuses’ SGs.
Freshmen students can apply to become their year-level representatives at the beginning of each academic year. The Student Government will inform students about specific deadlines. 5 new members are elected for a probation period, and after one semester, 3 members become full-time members of the SG team.
If you have any questions about SG or joining SG, please contact student.government@croatia.rit.edu