NCSA is the centralized student government organization at Northland College. Founded in 1970, NCSA is the only student-run campus government in the state of Wisconsin that drafts their own budget and manages its own finances.
In addition to holding weekly Senate meetings, NCSA also provides entertainment through the Campus Entertainment Committee (CEC). The CEC provides concerts, lectures, dances, and organizes events such as the Ashland Folk Festival.
NCSA also recognizes eligible campus clubs and organizations providing benefits such as campus fundraising approval, allocated funding accounts, and community spaces for events.
Mission Statement – The Northland College Student Association strives to build community among Northland College students, the campus community, and the Chequamegon Bay area.
In order to attain this mission, we will:
- Support student initiatives by advocating for student concerns, building student leadership, and strengthening student organizations
- Involve ourselves and our organizations in service on both the Northland College campus and the greater community
- Adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible principles and practices while striving to become a role model for our community
- Provide opportunities for entertainment and celebration to the campus and the region.
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Who We Serve & How We Operate
Students—The students of Northland College comprise the membership of NCSA and are the sole focus of its existence. All decisions should be made with the students of Northland College in mind.
Student Senate—The Student Senate serves as a bridge between students, the branches of Northland College, and the greater community. The Student Senate works for the interests of the students of Northland College.
Greater Community—Northland College is situated within the greater Chequamegon Bay area and as such, we are members of its community. NCSA believes that it is important for us to develop relationships with the greater community through service, entertainment, and education. This is a valuable source of education and fulfillment for ourselves and all those with whom we come into contact.
Student Organizations—Our student organizations consist of groups of students with similar interests and goals. These organizations exist for students, are aided by NCSA, and work with the Northland Volunteer Program to give of their time and energy to the greater community.
Northland Volunteer Program—The Northland Volunteer Program helps find and provide service opportunities for students and student organizations. It is a direct bridge between the students of Northland College and the community, which surrounds us.
NCSA Executive Council—NCSA’s Executive Council works hard to ensure that the wishes of the student body and the wishes of the Senate are carried through to completion. The Executive Council works closely with the Campus Entertainment Committee that provides entertainment and other meaningful programs to our campus community. NCSA’s Executive Council consists of the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Student Trustees, although it works with many other groups on campus. A large amount of communication and discussion relating to Northland College and its students occurs within the Executive Council. They work hard to keep on top of what is going on within the Student Senate and student body and to make sure that NCSA functions smoothly.
Campus Entertainment Committee—The Campus Entertainment Committee consists of staff, hired by the President and Vice President, who organize dances, films, coffeehaus events, lectures, and other special events throughout the year. They report regularly to the student senate and work with the student body to bring entertainment on campus that interests students.
Student Senate—The Student Senate overlaps all the members of the executive staff, although mostly those of President and Secretary. The President is responsible for convening and facilitating meetings of the Student Senate and is also the parliamentarian. The Secretary provides the Senate with minutes and other information. In addition, the Treasurer provides financial reports to the Senate, the Vice President casts the deciding vote in the case of a split Senate, and the Student Trustees act as a direct line of communication between the Senate and the college administration and Board of Trustees.
Student Trustees—The Student Trustees work with the President and Student Senate, to communicate information between NCSA and the Board of Trustees of Northland College. The Student Trustees are voting members of Northland College’s Board of Trustees, and as such, they work with the Board to ensure the long-term success of the college while bringing a unique student perspective to the table.