Student Government
"The Student Government at RIT Croatia is a catalyst for building experiences that matter. Our role is to create space for students’ ideas to grow and opportunities to become realities. We don’t aim to be at the center of every student’s story, but we work to ensure every student has the support to shape their own. We believe that college is more than just learning; it’s about growing into communities, turning connections into lifelong friendships, and transforming challenges into innovation. Through collaboration and initiative, we strive to shape a community that reflects the energy and ambition of RIT and its students."
- Tomo Naglić, 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 Clubs (one per campus) is responsible for event promotion, social media management, and supporting student clubs and their activities.
Head of Advocacy and Communication (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. This role requires them to be available to students upon request.
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
While the President and Vice Presidents are elected by Student Government members, all other members of the Student Government are elected by the students of RIT Croatia. If you're interested in joining us, here's how you can become a member:
Freshmen students – at the beginning of each academic year, new freshmen students can apply to become SG members. The Student Government will inform students about specific deadlines at the beginning of the year. Students go through interview process with current SG members. After the interviews, 3-5 new members are selected for a probation period, and after one semester, 3 members become full-time members of the SG team.
Current students - At the end of every academic year, current students can apply for vacant positions within the SG. The student body elects its representatives through a vote. The Student Government will inform students about the specific deadlines at the end of the year.
If you have any questions about SG or joining SG, please contact student.government@croatia.rit.edu