Office of the Student Body President

The Student Body President of Rutgers University-New Brunswick, or President of RUSA, serves as the official representative of RUSA and the undergraduate student body of Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Directly elected by the Student Body every spring semester, the Student Body President is responsible for leading and overseeing the Student Assembly, chairing it’s executive committee, serve as a point of contact between the student body and administration, chairing it’s executive committee, advocating for student concerns to university-federal administration, and represent the student body at various campus and external events and meetings.

19th Assembly Student Body President: Christopher Godoy

Christopher Godoy (SAS' ‘26) is a proud first-generation student at Rutgers University-New Brunswick studying Political Science and Economics. Christopher was elected in April of 2025. Passionate about student advocacy and giving back, Christopher has dedicated his entire undergraduate career to advancing student representation at the university, state, and federal levels, promoting campus resources, enhancing civic engagement, increasing transparency and efficiency in student government, and much more. Under his leadership, he aims to not only continue many of the efforts he has been working on but also tackle issues facing our student body and organizations, including but not limited to affordability, sustainability, wellness, safety, and diversity.

As a loyal son of Rutgers, Christopher uses his experiences as a student and member of student organizations/programs to best enhance his contributions to shared governance at Rutgers. In addition to his role as the Student Body President, Christopher is a Trustee for the Rutgers University Board of Trustees, a member of Cap & Skull, an EOF Scholar, and more.

Previously held Positions in the Student Assembly:

Livingston Campus Representative (F22-F23), Elections Commissioner (S23), School of Arts and Sciences Senator (F23-S25), New Brunswick Representative to the University Senate Executive Committee (F23-S25), Legislative Affairs Chair (S24-S25)

Announcements from the Student Body President

  • October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor the strength of survivors and remember those who have been harmed by domestic violence. As a campus community, it is important to look out for each other and come together to stand firmly against all forms of abuse. At Rutgers, the Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA) plays a vital role in supporting survivors and promoting education, prevention, and healing across our campus.

    Join me and VPVA throughout this month in turning this campus purple, and work towards a campus community where every student feels safe, valued, and empowered.

    Remember—you are never to blame for a crime that was committed against you.

    Learn more about VPVA at

    vpva.rutgers.edu

    In Scarlet Service,

    Christopher Godoy

    Student Body President

    Rutgers University-New Brunswick

  • Dear Scarlet Knights,

    Welcome to the 2025-2026 academic year! I am excited to see all the great work you and our student organizations will accomplish this year! As we begin this new year together, let’s remember to support one another, embrace culture and opportunities, and carry forward the proud Rutgers tradition of excellence, leadership, and community.

    Know that the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership is always here to help you get involved, and the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA), your main student government, will always welcome you with open arms and advocate for YOU.

    Let’s get involved, lead with Scarlet Service, tackle challenges, and make this year count!

    In Scarlet Service,

    Christopher Godoy

    Student Body President

    Rutgers University-New Brunswick

What is the Student Body President Up to?

I VOTED AND YOU SHOULD TOO!! 🗳️ Proud to have recently casted my vote this elections cycle in New Jersey🗳️ No matter the election, every vote adds up and every decision counts. You have the opportunity to decide how New Jersey is Led for the next
Thank you @ruoffcampus and @rutgers_pd for always protecting and encouraging safety and smart partying, especially during this past Holloween season!! 😄👏🏼 @rusa.nb is always grateful for the work they constant do for the student body! 📸: @ruoff
A true fighter and supporter for students 👏🏼 Always a pleasure running into Chancellor Conway at campus events ❤️ #rutgers #rutgersuniversitynewbrunswick #chancellor #forward #rutgerspride
#throwback As we conclude October (and hopefully midterms) and welcome November, I can’t stop but reflect on the past two months and think about what’s to come next. In late August, I had the honor of hosting convocation for thousands o
Homecoming 2025 🏈🎉 We had such a blast yesterday night at SHI stadium cheering on our amazing football players, Marching Scarlet Knights, Glee Club, and alumni that joined us for an evening of huge Scarlet Pride!! We especially loved the Hamilto
Nothing says Rutgers tradition like participating in our annual Homecoming Bed Races—a true celebration of scarlet pride, speed, and school spirit! 🛌🏃🏻‍♂️🔥 Thank you @rutgersusca and @ruparutgers for always making events like these mem
I recently had the chance to stop by participate in the 2025 Clothesline Project, lead by @ruvpva, which for years have become a distinctive resource for healing from violence and for creating social change at Rutgers and across the nation. As you m
Afternoon walks around Passion Puddle on our amazing Douglass campus are always the best, especially when you need to distress before class or hang with friends! 🌳 Remember, It’s only a bus stop away 😄 #rutgers #douglass #passionpuddle
Scarlet Knights, I am loving the energy tonight!!! #scarletknights #rutgers #rutgersuniversity #rutgersathletics #beatiowa #blackoutgame

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