Student Advisory Council

The Dean’s Student Advisory Council (SAC) is seeking five new student members — including at least two graduate students — to serve beginning in the Fall 2026 semester.

The SAC works closely with the Dean to represent the interests of music students and provide feedback on issues affecting the College community. Composed of undergraduate and graduate students from across programs, the Council aims to reflect the diversity of disciplines within the College, including performance, composition, education, scholarship, and research areas.

Serving on the SAC is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful conversations about the future of the College of Music while developing leadership, communication, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in regular meetings with College leadership
• Representing the perspectives of fellow students
• Engaging with peers to gather feedback and concerns
• Contributing to discussions on policies, initiatives, and student life
• Students must have completed at least one semester of coursework at MSU to be eligible.

Application for Fall 2026 Student Representation

Apply for the Student Advisory Council  Apply by Friday, March 27, 5 PM

Student Advisory Council members are selected through an application and review process coordinated by the College of Music. The Council is composed of undergraduate and graduate students representing a broad range of disciplines across the College.

Serving on the SAC provides students with a direct role in College governance. Members work closely with the Dean and administrators to share student perspectives, discuss issues affecting the community, and contribute to conversations about policies, initiatives, and the overall student experience.

Council members are expected to:

• Attend regular SAC meetings
• Engage with fellow students to gather feedback and concerns
• Represent the interests of their peers to College leadership
• Contribute thoughtfully to discussions and recommendations
• Notices of application opportunities are shared with College of Music students as positions become available. Questions may be directed to the Office of the Dean or the Student Advisory Council leadership.

The Student Advisory Council is open to all eligible students and provides equal opportunity to participate.

Email the Dean’s Office to enquire