Mission Statement:
For over two decades GPAC has served as the student government and primary advocacy organization for the LBJ School of Student Affairs, acting as the throughline between students and campus administration.
We commit to ethics of transparency, community, and equity.
GPAC Roles and Responsibilities
President
The President serves as GPAC’s chief representative to LBJ school students, administration, and the university. The President provides vision and coordination for all activities and initiatives. This role focuses on organizational strategy, relationship management, and ensuring that both executive board and general body operations run smoothly throughout the academic year.
Vice President
The Vice President serves as the chief elections officer, chair of all judicial proceedings, and a key support to the President, stepping in as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the organization. The Vice President also leads the Academic Internal Affairs Committee and serves as the conduit between LBJ’s academic administrators and students, relaying concerns and working towards solutions.
Finance Director
The Finance Director manages the organization’s financial health, including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting. This role ensures compliance with university and student government financial policies, oversees funding applications, and helps plan sustainable financial strategies for events and initiatives.
Communications Director
The Communications Director is responsible for managing GPAC’s internal and external communications. This role oversees the LBJ School Slack Group, social media, GPAC website, newsletters, marketing materials for all events, and public relations efforts to maintain a strong and consistent brand. The Communications Director also chairs the Communications Committee and/or has a Deputy Director.
Student Life Director
The Student Life Director focuses on the social and cultural well-being of LBJ students and the Executive Board by planning and executing community-building activities, social events, wellness initiatives, and GPAC’s Fall and Spring merchandise design and sales. The Student Life Director also chairs the Student Life Committee and may appoint a Deputy.
Professional Development Director
The Professional Development Director assists the OSAA Careers team to provide LBJ students with opportunities to enhance their skills, knowledge, and career readiness. This role organizes workshops, networking events, and skill-building sessions tailored to members’ professional goals.
Community Engagement Director
The Community Engagement Director strengthens the organization’s relationship with the surrounding community by fostering partnerships, organizing volunteer/service opportunities, and facilitating outreach efforts that align with the organization’s mission. The Community Engagement Director also chairs the Community Engagement Committee and may have a Deputy.
Student Access & Belonging Director
The Student Access and Belonging Director focuses on creating an inclusive environment where all members feel valued and supported. This role develops initiatives to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the organization and advocates for removing barriers to participation. The Student Access and Belonging Director also chairs a respective committee. This role is reserved for an incoming first-year student.