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UniSQ Student Senate

The UniSQ Student Senate is a highest student governed body at the University and consists of the elected students representatives who serve as the official channel for student opinions, concerns and recommendations. The Student Senate promotes student-staff partnership and provides a platform for students to participate in the governance and the decision-making processes of the University.

As a member of the Student Senate, you will represent the voice of your student peers in university governance and decision-making. You will have several important responsibilities, such as:

  • Represent your peers and keep them up to date on important university matters
  • Collaborate with the university to develop policies and services that aid students in their learning, teaching, and research
  • Create initiatives, programmes, and campaigns to increase student engagement and representation in university decision-making
  • Receive and share genuine student feedback with the student body
  • Follow the seven guiding principles of student partnerships so that the University can incorporate student input into decision-making and foster a culture of student-staff collaboration
  • As a member of the University community, demonstrate the highest possible standards of professional and personal conduct, both as an individual and as part of a team, commit to regular engagement in personal, professional and team development

Becoming a member of the Student Senate can provide numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth including:

  • Gain valuable leadership and teamwork experience
  • Develop strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Opportunity to network, build professional relationships and gain lifelong friendships
  • Enhance your understanding of the university governance and decision-making processes
  • Build your confidence and resilience skills
  • Influence and make a positive impact on the student experience at the university by working in partnership with students and university staff
  • Gain points toward the Phoenix Award

As a Student Senate member you will be provided with exclusive professional development opportunities including:

  • Exclusive access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Exclusive professional development opportunities to attend external national leadership conferences
  • External professional development opportunities and training opportunities
  • Internal professional development and training opportunities
Position Number available Term Level of commitment involved
Undergraduate Student Representatives 
 Three students from any undergraduate program 1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months.
Postgraduate Student Representatives 
 Three students from any postgraduate program 1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months. 
Higher Degree by Research Student Representatives  Two students from any research program 1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months.
International Student Representatives  One international student student from any program and any level of study 1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months. 
First Nations Student Representative  One First Nations student from any program and any level of study 1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months.
Disability and Inclusion Student Representative   One disability and inclusion student from any program and any level of study   1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months.
LGBTIQA+ Student Representative   One LGBTIQA+ student from any program and any level of study   1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months. 
Residential Colleges Student Representative   One Residential Colleges student from any program and any level of study   1 year Attend a minimum of six meetings in 12 months (meeting times range from on to three hours. Attend a minimum of four Student Senate events in 12 months. 

If you are interested in becoming a members of the UniSQ Student Senate, the first thing you need to do is select your preferred role from the Available positions listed above. All student representative roles are democratically elected, so you will then need to submit an application form through the Nominate now link.

As part of your application, you will be required to write a brief statement of interest. This will then appear on the UniSQ electronic election system so students can make an informed decision when casting their vote. 

Things you should consider including in your statement are:

  • Why do you want to become a representative at UniSQ
  • What does being a student representative mean to you
  • What are some of your interests
  • What are some of your past experiences 
Nominate now