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Executive Board 2026-27 Elections!

The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is excited to announce open positions for the 2026–27 Executive Board elections!

Interested in running? Learn more about each position, including time commitment and responsibilities, by downloading the Election Blurbs. It is also available in your election packet .zip.

📌 Applications closed on April 6, 2026. 

🎤 Candidates will present their pitch at the GPSS Senate meeting on April 16, 2026

  • ⏰When: 5 pm – 7 pm
  • 📍 Where: Room G101A/B, Riverside 4, FBRI, Roanoke + Zoom
  • 🚌 Travel: SmartWay Express NOT SmartWay
  • 🅿️ Free Parking: Garage near Riverside 4

🗳️ Voting will open after the April 16,2026 meeting.

📣 Election results will be announced on April 29, 2026.

Contact Election Officer, Chizoba Obunadike (chizobaobunadike@vt.edu) for questions and accommodations.

Statements submitted by the candidates

President Candidates

Vice President Candidates

Yes. Candidates may apply for more than one position but serve only one position once elected.  

Director of Advocacy Candidates

Director of Finance and Treasurer Candidates

Director of Programs Candidates

Director of Events Candidates

Director of Communications Candidates
GPSS 2026-2027 Executive Board Election Packet
Election Frequently Asked Questions
Campaign Guidelines
Know More about each Position