Grand Marshal

The Grand Marshal (GM) is the highest elected student position at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and chief spokesperson for the entire student body.

Role and Responsibilities

According to Article V, Section II of the Rensselaer Union Constitution, the Grand Marshal:

• Serves as the presiding officer of the Student Senate
• Acts as an ex officio member of all committees
• Functions as the leader and chief spokesperson for the entire Rensselaer Union
• Is normally a nonvoting member of the Student Senate, but may cast a tie-breaking vote
• Appoints student representatives (subject to Senate approval)
• Serves on Institute committees as representative of the student body
• Meets with the President and Board of Trustees to represent student interests
• Wears a hat