About BSSA
What We Do
[Placeholder] BSSA brings together students passionate about the biological sciences — through research opportunities, peer academic support, community service, campus events, and a network that lasts well past graduation. Officers will replace this text with the real mission statement via the admin panel.
[Placeholder] Since founding, BSSA has hosted guest speakers from research labs across campus, organized service days with local science outreach partners, and built a growing alumni network now working across the biological sciences.
“[Placeholder] BSSA connected me with my first research lab and gave me the confidence to apply to grad school.”
BSSA by the Numbers
What You Can Get Involved In
A quick look at what BSSA runs year-round — full details and sign-ups live on the Opportunities page.
Meet the Exec Board
[Placeholder] Our exec board is a mix of returning members and new leaders each year — every officer started out as a general member, and most got their start serving on a committee.
Faculty Advisors
Exec Board Logistics
The nuts and bolts of how exec positions work — mainly useful if you're a current member thinking about running for a role. Curious about committees specifically? See the full explanation on the Join a Committee page.
Vice President Transitions
Eligibility
- Candidate must be a member of BSSA.
Interview Timing
- Upon notice that a VP will be stepping down.
- An interest form is made available.
- Subsequent interviews are scheduled.
Interview Process
- Co-Presidents review applications.
- Consult with the exec board.
- The applicant with a majority of exec votes takes the position.
Term Length
- Minimum term: 1 semester.
- May hold the position for multiple terms without re-interviewing, for consistency.
President Transitions
Eligibility
- Candidate must be a member of BSSA.
- Must have held an executive board position for at least one semester.
- Sophomore status or above.
Election Timing
- Start of the Spring semester — allows time to train the new president.
Election Process
- Unanimous exec vote: a single candidate may be approved directly.
- Multiple candidates: a general-member election, with a speech beforehand.
Term Length
- Minimum term: 2 semesters.
- May hold the position for multiple terms without re-interviewing, for consistency.