Student Congress
AIHEC Student Congress Objectives:
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The AIHEC Student Congress (ASC) works to promote leadership, self-governance, cultural preservation, education achievement, community development, economical sustainability and success for all Native people. Past accomplishments have included successful educational efforts in Washington, D.C., student representation on national panels and development of a leadership institute.
AIHEC Student Congress Rules
AIHEC officially invites all Tribal College students to participate in the 2026-27 AIHEC Student Congress (ASC) elections held annually at the AIHEC Spring Student Conference. To be eligible for office and during the term of their service, each student representative: 1. Must be an active tribal college student enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) credit hours per term, as established by his or her AIHEC member institution. 2. Must have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA). 3. Must have a letter on file that reflects a general institutional commitment by their tribal college or university being represented to provide available resources (which includes travel for four (4) annual meetings) to support the active participation of the Congress officer. 4. Must have written verification from the registrar’s office or other authorized college official certifying that the Candidate meets the aforementioned criteria for eligibility for ASC service. 5. Candidates must read, understand, and agree to comply with all Campaign Rules and Regulations. 6. Candidates must read and understand the ASC Constitution and By-laws, and each candidate must be willing to assume the responsibilities of their elected office at the time of his or her election and oath into office. 7. Candidates must read, understand, and conduct themselves at all times according to the AIHEC Code of Conduct.