University of Iowa students can now apply to participate in the recently established Sexual Assault Advisory Committee.

The committee is part of President Sally Mason’s Six-Point Plan to combat sexual assault, which she announced last month.

Students who participate in the committee will provide Mason and her senior staff with input on procedures, policies, and practices related to sexual misconduct at the university.

Students currently enrolled at the UI are eligible to serve, and the committee will meet regularly during the school year. The committee may have additional meetings as well.

The deadline for the application is 5 p.m. March 17.

— by Rebecca Morin