The Student Representative Committee is an important advocate for the student voice. The committee members actively gather feedback from all students regarding their experience at university and report issues, ideas and concerns to the UniSQ Student Senate. The committee is comprised of elected student representatives who work to ensure the student voice is heard on all issues inside and outside the classroom.
Student Representative Committee
What are the benefits of being a Student Representative?
Becoming a Student Representative 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 Representative 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
Available positions
| Position | Number available | Term | Level of commitment involved |
| UniSQ Toowoomba Campus Representative |
Four students from any program and any level of study | 6 months | The Student Representative Committee meets monthly (meetings vary from 1-3 hours). The committee also organises ad hoc student feedback initiatives. |
| UniSQ Ipswich Campus Representative |
Two students from any program and any level of study | 6 months | The Student Representative Committee meets monthly (meetings vary from 1-3 hours). The committee also organises ad hoc student feedback initiatives. |
| UniSQ Springfield Campus Representative | Two students from any program and any level of study | 6 months | The Student Representative Committee meets monthly (meetings vary from 1-3 hours). The committee also organises ad hoc student feedback initiatives. |
| Online Student Representative | Four students from any program and any level of study | 6 months | The Student Representative Committee meets monthly (meetings vary from 1-3 hours). The committee also organises ad hoc student feedback initiatives. |
| Committee Secretary | One student from any program and any level of study | 6 months | The Student Representative Committee meets monthly (meetings vary from 1-3 hours). The committee also organises ad hoc student feedback initiatives. This role organises meetings and maintains the minutes and administrative processes from all committee activities. |
How to apply?
If you are interested in becoming an Student Representative, 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