The SPHIS Student Association was formed in the fall of 2005, following ratification of its bylaws, which are available in Appendix IX-7. Elections were held soon thereafter, electing officers and other positions specified in the bylaws. Since then, the student government has been self-directed and has accomplished the following, among others:

• recognition as a registered student organization;
• membership in the Graduate Student Council, which is the recognized student council for all graduate programs;
• formation of the local student chapter of the Kentucky Public Health Association; and,
• elections in the spring and fall of 2006.

The student association is very active in promoting social functions of the student body and in working for and achieving student benefits, including printing and copying privileges and the provision of handheld PDA devices upon enrollment.