What does Lehigh Student Senate do?
As the elected governing body for all undergraduate students, Lehigh Student Senate serves as the primary liaison between students and the university while advocating for positive change across campus. We actively seek feedback from the student body, collaborate with university administrators, and work to address issues that impact the undergraduate experience.
Our Full Senate meetings are held every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. and serve as the primary forum for discussion, collaboration, and decision-making. Meeting locations are posted weekly on our Instagram: @lehighsenate. During these meetings, our thirty-plus Senators engage in meaningful conversations with university administrators, vote on legislation and resolutions, and participate in leadership development initiatives.
Beyond our weekly meetings, we are committed to enhancing student life through advocacy, service, and programming. Student Senate is proud to:
- Advocate for students by representing perspectives to university administrators, faculty, and the Board of Trustees
- Support student organizations by recognizing new clubs, allocating funding, and providing resources that help them thrive
- Build community by planning and supporting campus traditions, leadership opportunities, and inclusive events that bring students together
- Empower student leadership by appointing students to university committees and leading initiatives such as the undergraduate commencement speaker selection process
- Serve beyond campus through volunteerism, civic engagement, and partnerships that strengthen the relationship between Lehigh and the Bethlehem community
- Keep students informed by communicating important campus updates, opportunities, and initiatives through our official channels
Through advocacy, collaboration, and service, Student Senate is dedicated to creating a more connected, inclusive, and enriching experience for every undergraduate student at Lehigh.