in a nutshell
Get elected!
Becoming a representative is an efficient way to make a difference but also a good learning experience. As a rep you get to know the student union’s budgeting, ways to plan and evaluate operations and strategic leadership. Furthermore as a representative you can get involved in many things according to your own interests. These topic can include developing the education, marketing the membership, improving student union’s services, student well-being or even sport services in higher education. You can even get credits from your activities.
Representative and more
• the president
• the vice-president
The president convenes the representatives and leads the meetings. They have the help of the executive director who serves as the secretary of the Council of Representatives. The president and vice-president are also invited to the meetings of the board.