Student Regent Application
Formal Qualifications
- Must be a currently enrolled student at Washington State University at time of appointment, as well as throughout their term
- Must have a minimum 2.0 grade point average at Washington State University
Preferred Qualifications
- Have a general knowledge of the legislative process in the state of Washington
- Possess a basic understanding of the functions of the Washington State University Board of Regents
- Have a strong desire to represent all Washington State University students
General Expectations
It is encouraged that the Student Regent:
- Be able to attend student government meetings on each campus (Student Government Council) and Global Campus
- Have a working relationship with the faculty and staff throughout the university
- Serve as a liaison between the student population and WSU entities
- Travel to engage with students and administration from each campus to foster a deeper understanding of the WSU system
Selection Process
Applications are due by March 22, 2026, 8:00 p.m. Per the American Disability Act, if you need another form of application submission, please contact the resources listed.
After all applications have been reviewed, the Student Regent Recommendation Committee will select candidates to be interviewed, which will be held on April 25-26, 2026. Applicants will be notified for a potential interview time.
Following interviews and internal deliberations, the Chair of the Recommendation Committee will send at least three and not more than five candidates to the governor’s office in Olympia.
The governor will select the student member from a list of candidates, with the consent of the Washington State Senate. That candidate’s information will be forwarded to the Washington State University Board of Regents.
The Role of a Regent
The Washington State University Board of Regents is the university’s governing body whose broad responsibilities are to supervise, coordinate, manage and regulate the WSU system, as provided by state statute. The Board of Regents consists of 11 members, one of whom is a student and one of whom is a faculty member.
Submit Your Application
The application for the Academic Year 2026-2027 Student Regent opens on February 11, 8:00 a.m. It will close on March 22, 8:00 p.m. If you have questions please contact the resources listed below.