The Associated Student Union (ASU) is the official student government of the college. The ASU board is made up of executive officers, commissioners and senators. ASU advocates the needs of the student body at the college, district, and state levels. ASU mainly focuses on being a source of encouragement and responsibility that will promote and increase the intellectual, physical, social, and cultural growth of East Los Angeles College. All students are encouraged to participate in student government. There are many positions available for students who want to participate. Click here for a list of positions.

All registered students at East Los Angeles College can join by paying the $7.00 ASU fee. ($3.00 for winter and summer sessions). Membership supports the activities of the ASU and other student organizations including campus clubs.

• ASU Preferred Parking (subject to space availability and regular parking fee paid).
• Discounts at Local Retailers and Restaurants with FREE Community Discount Card. Click here for an image of the card.
• Free or Discounted Admission to ASU Events including field trips, dances, barbecues, and concerts along with cultural and sporting events.
• Free Promotional items throughout the semester at ASU events.
• Discounts on tickets for Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm, Knott's Scary Farm, Aquarium of the Pacific, Universal Studios and Movie Tickets.
• Discounts on tickets for Magic Mountain, Knott Berry Farm, Knott Scary Farm, Universal Studios, and Aquarium of the Pacific.
• Free Snacks, Scantrons, Blue Books and Pencils during finals week.
• Discounted coffee at the Husky store with valid ID and current ASU sticker.
• Discounts on copies.
• Access to Student Clubs.
• Book Rental Program: Anatomy 1, Biology 3, CAOT 1, 2, 3, Child Development 1, Earth Science 1, Economics 1, 2, History 1, Math 110, 115, 125, 227, 260, Spanish 1, 2, and Calculator. Click here for a list of books available for rent.
• Calculator Rental Program.