Grand Marshal
The Grand Marshal (GM) is the highest elected student position at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and chief spokesperson for the entire student body.
| Member of | Student Senate, Senate Cabinet, Joint Cabinet, all Senate committees, Officers of the Union |
|---|---|
| Constituted by | Rensselaer Union Constitution |
| Position Established | 1866 |
| Incumbent | Kordan Krishnayah |
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