Skyline College Students Urged to Engage with Student Government

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A recent editorial in theskylineview.com has called on Skyline College students to become more engaged with the school's student government, the Associated Students of Skyline College (ASSC). The editorial argues that while student government can be an effective tool for driving change on campus, many students are unaware of its purpose and capabilities, leading to a lack of participation in ASSC meetings and activities.

Why it matters

Student government provides an important avenue for students to advocate for their needs and influence the campus experience. However, the editorial suggests that a breakdown in communication between ASSC and the broader student body has limited its effectiveness, as students are not taking advantage of opportunities to voice their concerns and ideas.

The details

The editorial highlights the contrast between ASSC meetings, which rarely see participation from the general student population, and San Mateo County Community College District Board meetings, where community members regularly provide public comments to drive change. It argues that if more students were to engage with ASSC through public comments and other means, the student government could better represent student interests and effectively communicate them to the district's Board of Trustees.

• The editorial was published on January 28, 2026.

What’s next

The editorial suggests that if more students were to provide public comments at ASSC meetings, it could prompt the student government to better advocate for student concerns with the San Mateo County Community College District Board of Trustees, potentially leading to more meaningful change on campus.