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What is Union Council?

Here at Christ Church we have a democratic structure called Union Council which proposes, debates and decides policy for the Union. The Council meets at least 5 times a year and makes really important decisions that can really change the lives of Students.

The Council also runs campaigns to change things for the better of the student experience and the community, and to create awareness about issues which matter to you.
NOMINATE YOURSELF TO BE A UNION COUNCIL OFFICER
How do I run for election?

The Union Council elections are run online at ccsu.co.uk/elections and are open to current CCCU students. Simply visit the website, login using your university details, then submit your nomination between 09:00 on Monday 14 October 2019 and 06:00 on Friday 18 October 2019. Voting will take place online 29-31 October 2019.
What are the roles?
  • BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) Officer (2 places)
  • Disabled Students’ Officer
  • Environmental Officer
  • International Students’ Officer (EU)
  • International Students’ Officer (Overseas)
  • LGBT Officer (Open Place)
  • LGBT Officer (Women’s Place)
  • Mature Students Officer
  • Medway Officer
  • Part-time Students Officer
  • Placement Students Officer (Education)
  • Placement Students Officer (Health)
  • Postgraduate Students Officer
  • Raise And Give (RAG) Officer
  • Student Reps Officer
  • Student Trustee (2 places)
  • Transgender / Non-Binary Students' Officer
  • Union Council Chair
  • Women’s Officer
What does a member of Union Council do?

Purpose:

  • Represent the student demographic you were elected to - e.g. women, part-time, BAME, student reps, Medway etc.
  • Campaign on issues relevant to the students you represent.
  • Work with the Sabbatical Leadership Team and wider student body on issues relating to the students you represent.
  • To positively contribute to address other issues relating to the wider student experience as a Union Council officer.

You Will:

  • Ensure your work is influenced by student needs and opinion.
  • Represent and engage with students of all types of study at all campuses.
  • Work with and support your team of fellow Union Council Officers.
  • Be ready and willing to accept actions from Union Council and engage positively in the scrutiny process.
  • Run campaigns alongside your fellow Officers, raising awareness of issues affecting students.

You might:

  • Engage with local and national campaigns and bodies.
  • Attend NUS National Conference.
  • Collaborate with relevant student societies to run events for students.
NOMINATE YOURSELF TO BE A UNION COUNCIL OFFICER