SIPA Student Officer Candidate

SIPA Student Officer Candidate Form

Students interested in running for office should submit this form by February 15 to be on the 2026 Convention ballot.
Student Officer Code of Conduct

1. I will obey all rules at the convention, including my school's student behavior exectations and hotel policies.

2. I will be an engage participant at all sessions and activities unless excused by my adult adviser and either the chair or director.

3. I will not intimidate or sabotage other candidates. I will do my best to ensure students from my delegation represent me and my campaign appropriately.

4. I will report any infractions in violation of these rules to my adviser, the chair and the director.

5. If a situation violating these rules arises, all parties involved have the opportunity to appear before the chair and director who will decide the status of eligibility.

By clicking the box below, you affirm that you have read and understand the student officer responsibilities and campaign rules.
I have read and understand the above responsibilities and campaign rules*

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I am running for

PresidentVice PresidentMember-at-large
Name*
Email*
School name*
Cell Phone*

Area CodePhone Number
Parent's name*

First NameLast Name
Parent's email
Parent's phone number

Area CodePhone Number
Adviser's Name

First NameLast Name
Please check this box to let us know you have informed your adviser you are running. You must have your adviser's permission.

My adviser knows that I am seeking this office.
List your honors and accomplishments:
List school or community activities and clubs and offices held:
List journalism activities:
What specific experiences qualify you to run for the position you marked?
Why do you want to serve on the SIPA Executive Committee?
What do you feel the role of a regional scholastic press organization should be?
Why are scholastic publications important?
By signing (typing your legal name) in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct, you understand and will abide by campaign rules and you understand and will adhere to the student officer code of conduct.
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SIPA Student Officer Candidate Form