General Members: All music students. You can vote in the annual elections for key positions (e.g., Undergraduate Chair, Graduate Chair, FAF Grants Representative).

Committee Members: A smaller group of students who hold specific roles (elected or appointed) and actively participate in SAC meetings, votes, and initiatives. They help organize events, communicate with faculty/administration, and drive SAC’s goals.

Reference: SAC Constitution Article III (General Membership); Article IV (Structure and Committee Membership)

Leadership & Networking: Work directly with faculty, the College of Fine Arts, and administration.

Professional Development: Gain experience in governance, event planning, and advocacy.

Community Impact: Represent the student body, shape School of Music policies and activities, and collaborate on student-centered events.

You must be enrolled in the School of Music and declared as a music major (undergraduate or graduate).

You must submit the Committee Election Filing Form (for Chairs and FAF Grants Representative) or departmental office application (for other roles).

You should be in good standing with the University and abide by all policies (e.g., academic, nondiscrimination, etc.).

Reference: SAC Constitution Article IV §III (Committee Membership Requirements); Article V §III (Requirements for Running and Holding Office); Article VII §IV (Requirements for Running and Holding Departmental Offices)

Officers (Chairs and FAF Grants Representative) typically serve for one full academic year (Fall–Spring).

Departmental Offices also serve for the full academic year.

Chairs do not have term limits, but the FAF Grants Representative can only serve up to two years.

If a position becomes vacant mid-year, an election or appointment will be held as soon as possible.

Reference: 
Chairs: SAC Constitution Article V §V (Terms of Office and Vacancies)
FAF Grants Rep: SAC Constitution Article VI §IV (Terms of Office and Vacancies) 
Departmental Offices: SAC Constitution Article VII §VI (Terms of Office)

Meetings: Regular SAC meetings are determined by the Chairs. Officers and Committee Members should plan to attend these meetings.

Events & Responsibilities: Depending on your position, you may coordinate recitals, workshops, or community outreach. Time commitments vary but typically involve a few hours per month of meetings and planning, plus additional events as needed.

Reference: SAC Constitution Article VIII (Meetings)

SAC is a sponsored student organization within the School of Music.

It works under the guidance of the College of Fine Arts and coordinates with the University of Utah administration.

SAC must follow all policies at the Department, College, and University levels.

Reference: SAC Constitution Article IX (Affiliations)

General SAC Business: All Committee Members (the smaller group) have voting privileges. A quorum is required for official votes.

Officer Elections: General Members (the entire music student body) vote to elect Chairs and the FAF Grants Representative.

Reference: SAC Constitution Article IV §IV (Voting Privileges); Article VIII §III (Quorum)

Voluntary Withdrawal: You may withdraw your membership or resignation from an office at any time by notifying the Chairs.

Non-Voluntary Removal: Members or officers may be removed for failing to meet membership requirements or duties.

Reference: SAC Constitution Article IV §VI and §VII (Withdrawal of Membership); Article V §IV and Article VII §V (Removal from Office)

You can start attending SAC events and meetings as soon as you’re officially enrolled in the School of Music. Elections and appointments happen in the Spring Semester for the upcoming academic year, but there may be opportunities to fill mid-year vacancies or departmental offices at other times.

Stop by the SAC Open House.

Watch for email announcements from the Chairs regarding meetings and events.

Contact the Undergraduate Chair, Graduate Chair, or the Faculty Advisor (the Director of Undergraduate Studies in the School of Music) for more information.

A copy of the constitution is available upon request by emailing the SAC Chairs. It outlines the official structure, responsibilities, and governance of the Committee in detail.