Student Activity Funds are disbursed and students’ interests represented under the Constitution of the Northwestern Connecticut Community College Association. The Senate is composed of nineteen Senators - seven from the Freshman Class, Seven from the Sophomore Class, and five officers. Elections for Freshman vacancies are held by the first week of October.
The Senate administers the Student Activities Fund, charters student clubs and organizations, allocates funds to them and coordinates their activities, and is regarded as the official representative body for students. In this capacity, the Senate has the authority to consult and make recommendations to the faculty and administration regarding matters affecting student welfare.