Legislative Affairs

What is Lobby Corps?

Lobby Corps is a team of students who work alongside the AS Chair of Legislative Affairs to represent student interests. Each year, up to 20 students are selected to lobby at the local, state, and federal level. Lobby Corps serves to amplify the diverse voices of CSUN students and works to ensure they are heard by the appropriate governing body. The Lobby Corps undergoes continuous and comprehensive training throughout the year to ensure members are empowered with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to be effective advocates.

Expected Duties of a Lobby Corps Member

• Attend weekly Lobby Corps meetings.
• Research and track legislation that affects higher education and students at CSUN.
• Organize events on campus that advance the Lobby Corps mission including voter registration drives, phone banking and postcard writing events, and Big Politics.
• Attend or watch livestream recordings of the CSU Board of Trustees and CSSA Plenary meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with campus organizations to learn about student needs and concerns.
• Participate in tabling opportunities at campus events.
• Participate in legislative office visits to discuss bills and their progress, share student testimonies, and lobby for support for our goals.

Students who join the Lobby Corps will earn unique experience in higher education advocacy. They will earn policy research and lobbying experience, improve communication and leadership skills, and practice working in a professional environment among a group of dedicated students. Lobby Corps membership is open to all majors and levels of experience!