SGC starts year without VP of business and finance

September 1, 2026 - 23:01

The Ithaca College Student Governance Council has begun the 2026-27 academic year without a vice president of business and finance in place. That position, which manages the allocation of funds to student organizations, remains unfilled as the semester gets underway.

The vice president of business and finance is a key role within the council. This person oversees the budget process, reviews funding requests from clubs and groups, and makes sure money is distributed fairly and on time. Without someone in that seat, the council has had to adjust how it handles financial operations for the time being.

Student organizations that rely on SGC funding for events, travel, and programming may feel the impact. Some groups have already submitted requests for the fall, and the delay in filling the role could slow down approvals or create uncertainty around when funds will arrive.

The council has not yet announced a timeline for selecting a new vice president. In the meantime, other members are stepping in to cover basic duties, but the full scope of the job is still waiting for a permanent hand. Students who depend on SGC support are watching closely, hoping the gap closes before it affects their plans for the year.