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The Bulldog Coalition is the new student organization which will promote student participation in all things Maroon.

The mission is simple-to help students grow the Bulldog family by promoting awareness and support of events sponsored by Mississippi State University, the MSU Student Association, the MSU Alumni Association, and the Bulldog Club.

By joining the Bulldog Coalition, you are able to:

- Earn Bulldog Club points for every 25 Coalition points you receive

- Receive free gifts for registering

- Win valuable prizes

- Grow the Bulldog Family

How to Activate Your Membership:

Joining is FREE! You can start on February 21st.

- Simply swipe your student ID on the Bulldog Coalition scanners at the UK vs. MSU Basketball game.

- TrueMaroon.Msstate.Edu and click Activate.

Look for an updated Prize Listing soon.

According to a survey conducted by the Student Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs), textbook prices have increased 22% in the last four years, a rate four times that of inflation. It is estimated by the College Board that students can now expect to pay more than $1,100 per year on textbooks alone. With these unbelievable statistics, it probably does not come as a surprise that many students are opting out of buying at least one of their required textbooks each semester. With the growing popularity of the internet, most students are looking for other options besides new textbook editions. However, the used textbook market is often hindered by the frequent introduction of new editions; the average turnaround of editions is now 2-3 years. Thankfully, the Mississippi IHL has attempted to combat this bleak cycle by implementing minimum adoption period for textbooks which should lower the costs students are required to pay. To celebrate a successful year with this policy and the educators who make it possible, the Student Governments of the public Mississippi universities celebrate the �Keep Books Cheap� program as we move forward in other efforts on campus to combat rising textbook prices.

Forms are available in the Center for Student Activities (Union Suite 314) or online at the link below. Forms are due back by 5:00pm on February 2, 2012 with a $15 application fee payable by cash or check.

A MANDATORY candidates' meeting will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 5:00pm in Fowlkes Auditorium. There shall be NO campaigning of any kind before this time.

Candidates should check the SA Constitution to make sure they are eligible for the position they are seeking. It is available here. Eligibility Guidelines are found on page 37 (Section 407.2).

Candidates are encouraged to contact the incumbent of the position they are seeking to get a better understanding of their duties and commitment before completing this form. Contact information can be found under the Organization tab -> Executive Council -> position.

Questions regarding election codes and regulations should be addressed to Jeff Burrowes, SA Vice Elections Commissioner (acting Elections Commissioner for this election) at jdb647@msstate.edu.

Please click here to print a copy of the Form of Intent.