At Whitecliffe UoAS, students can nominate and elect a Student Council among their peers. According to the university's constitution (§18), the students are entitled to form their own representative body. The Student Council has key functions, including electing students to voice and represent students' interests in the Academic Senate, communicating with the administration on behalf of the student body, and organizing student events.
As a member of the student council you play an essential role connecting the student body with the university leadership. You get the opportunity to represent your fellow students and their interests as well as make a positive impact on campus life.
The annual election is your opportunity for you to participate in the tradition of democratic representation within universities, to represent your peers and change the univesity according to your ideas. As a member of the Student Council, you will have your say, gain insight into the inner workings of our university and help improve the overall student experience.
A maximum of nine students can be elected for the Student Council which are allocated as follows:
Faculty of Architecture and Design
Bachelor Programs (5 Students)
Master Programs (1 Student)
Faculty of Business Administration
Bachelor Programs (2 Students)
Master Program (1 Student)
What is the role of the Women's Affairs Officer and why should I participate in the election?
Casting a vote for the Women's Affairs Officer helps ensure our university stays a safe and inclusive environment. This position, often held by a student, serves as a key advocate for all students on issues of gender equality, well-being, and opportunity. The role of Women's Affairs Officer aims to foster a campus culture where all students can thrive, free from discrimination and bias. Electing an effective and dedicated representative helps to build a more equitable and respectful community for all. All students and staff at BI who identify as female are eligible to vote.
The elections will be conducted digitally as follows:
From October 20 to November 4, everyone eligible to participate will be able to nominate anyone from the electoral register. Everyone nominated will be asked if they accept their candidacy.
On November 7, the candidates will be announced via email.
The elections take place on November 18. The digital ballot is anonymous and will stay open from 9 am to 9 pm.
The election results will be shared on November 19.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with the Central Election Committee if you have any questions or concerns. You can find the election regulations here for reference.