STUDENTS' COUNCIL

Students' Council is the second highest decision making body of the Students' Union, the first being General Meetings.

Students' Council has the power to form Policies and Byelaws and to Change the Schedules of the Constitution. Sub Committees are also elected at Students' Council meetings. In other words it is your debate and your decision which determines the USSU policies, byelaws and constitution.

Students' Council is a meeting for students to raise any issues of concern they may have with the University/Union.

As Student Reps represent their constituents, the Students' Union Executive Committee represents YOU.

The Executive Committee meet on a regular basis with the University Executive and are able to take any issues of concern you may have through the appropriate channels ensuring that the students' views are expressed and considered. So come along and let us know what your expereinces are and join in on our debates. Many issues and the latest happenings within University and Union procedures/facilities are discussed, therefore keeping you updated with the latest information.

JOIN IN AND FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UNIVERSITY/UNION

IMPROVE YOUR AND YOUR FELLOW CONSTITUENTS QUALITY OF EDUCATION

DEBATE AND VOTE ON THE USSU POLICIES, BYELAWS AND CONSTITUTION

BASICALLY, HAVE YOUR SAY!! WE NEED YOUR INPUT, OPINIONS AND EXPERIENCES.

STUDENTS' COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP IS MADE UP OF:-

Existing and Former Students' Union Executive

All Elected Student Representatives

10 members of the Students' Union Clubs and Societies

All students are welcome to attend a Council Meeting, raise issues, concerns and even join in the debates but DO NOT have any voting rights. ONLY STUDENTS' COUNCIL MEMBERS CAN VOTE ON USSU POLICIES, BYELAWS AND CHANGE THE SCHEDULES OF THE USSU CONSTITUTION.

In order for a Students' Council meeting to go ahead we must have 15 members present.

However scary we may look or seem, we are all very approachable, so please don't hesitate to contact us on any issue. Although we are all here for academic qualifications, we urge you not to miss out on the opportunities and life experiences that the Union can offer you. Enjoy it, we do!!

For more information on Students' Council, contact: Julie Carolan

Student Representation Co-ordinator