MSU students looking to see fellow classmates have a fair court case could find their place with Judicial Affairs.

Judicial Affairs, a division of Student Life, is searching for students to fill various positions for the 2001-02 school year.

Positions are open to both undergraduate and graduate students of all majors.

Duties include judging cases of MSU students and deciding when to put students on probation, change their living arrangements, or suspend them.

“We think peer representation is really important,” said Rick Shafer, the associate director of Student Life. “It’s part of a student’s right.”

Judiciary adviser Sarah Schulz served on the student faculty board before her graduation last year.

“It was the most positive thing I was involved in at MSU,” she said. “It’s a great way to build or enhance on leadership skills and a great thing to put on your résumé.”

Schulz, who is now coordinating the selection process, said it’s important the applicants be enthusiastic about getting involved with the MSU community and volunteering their time.

“We’re looking for people who are fair, open-minded, and work well with other people,” she said.

Stephanie Gentile, a member of the appeals board, agrees being in Judicial Affairs is a good experience.

“It’s fun, and it looks absolutely great on your résumé,” the supply chain management junior said.

Gentile, who is also on the selection committee, says an open-minded attitude, honesty, and the ability to speak up for yourself are the most important characteristics for students considering a position.

“It gives you a sense of power,” Gentile said. “We hear student appeals, and if they don’t like the verdict, we can decide to lessen the sanction, or even dismiss the case.”

Students interested in applying can e-mail Schulz at lackeysa@msu.edu, call the Judicial Affairs Office at 432-2471 or stop by 101 Student Services. The application deadline is April 9, and interviews will take place in mid-April.