Student Elections

Elections for student positions on University Council, Academic Senate and College Boards are conducted by Governance and Assurance Services with the University Secretary being the Returning Officer.

The University has a range of opportunities for students to become involved in Committees that contribute to the teaching, learning and the business of the University.

The student voice is an important voice in University matters and ensures that students are able to have a say in important decisions. The University seeks students for membership on committees who want to:

  • meet new people;
  • learn new skills; and
  • effect change at the University.

Students who are elected to a Committee need to attend meetings, read the meeting papers and be prepared to discuss items at the meetings and share their perspective as a student.

Student representatives on University Council, Academic Senate and College Boards serve for a period of one year from 1 January to 31 December.


Questions

Do you have questions relating to elections? Read the Student Elections – Frequently Asked Questions fact sheet.

Additional information can be found in the 'Election Information and Resources' section.

2024 Elections and Expressions of Interest

University Council Student Elections

Nominations for the Student Member on Council are due to open in May 2024. Further details will be provided at this time.


Enquiries

If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact the Deputy Returning Officer, Governance and Assurance Services

E: elections@newcastle.edu.au

Academic Senate Student Elections

Nominations for the student positions on the Academic Senate are due to open in May 2024. Further details will be provided at this time.


Enquiries

If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact the Deputy Returning Officer, Governance and Assurance Services.

E: elections@newcastle.edu.au

College Board Student Elections                                         

Nominations for the student positions on the College Boards are due to open in May 2024. Further details will be provided at this time.


Enquiries

If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact the Deputy Returning Officer, Governance and Assurance Services.

E: elections@newcastle.edu.au

Contact

Contact the Deputy Returning Officer for all election questions on elections@newcastle.edu.au