Could you be the next Black Students' Liberation Rep?

Throughout the year, we work with a team of Liberation Reps, who each represent a different section of the student community at Surrey. This November, we're on the search for the next representative for Black students. 

As a Liberation Rep, you'll have the chance to help shape Union policy and organise events/activities throughout the year to raise awareness of diverse life experiences. You'll also have the support of the other Liberation Reps and staff/Officers at the Students' Union to make the most of your role. Interested? Check out the role description for more details here:

Key Dates

Nominations: 25th November - 29th November, 18:00

 

Surrey Decides is our annual Students' Union election where you select the team that will lead the Union next year. 

The Roles

The Union is led by a team of 26 Officers, including full-time Sabbatical Officers ('Sabbs' - the 4 VPs and President) and part-time Officers. These Officers work in  four Zones - each one for a different aspect of student life:

• Voice for students that have something to say. We're the Zone that lead on democracy, student opinion, and ensuring national representation for Surrey students.
  

• Activity for getting involved in clubs and societies, and supporting your personal development. We're the Zone that helps support student groups, remove barriers to participation, and create opportunities for students that want to develop themselves.
  

• Support for students who are passionate about supporting others, and creating opportunities for other students to support one-another. We're the Zone that covers equality and diversity, support for wellbeing, and operates academic advice at the Union. 

• Community for bringing students together and finding a home away from home. We're the Zone that organises showcase events, represents students in the local community, and lead on things like volunteering and fundraising. 
  

Want to find out more about each Zone? Just follow the buttons below:

Role Descriptions

The 26 Officers that lead the Union have different roles and responsibilities. If you'd like to find out more about each role that's availible, check out the relevant descriptions below.

Key Dates

Nomination Period: 10th Feb - 6pm 19th Feb

If you're thinking of becoming a candidate in Surrey Decides, you must submit your nomination within this timeperiod. 

Rules Briefing: 20th Feb

This is a session for all candidates to brief you on the essentials and rules during Surrey Decides. This session will be recorded and all candidates will be expected to confirm that they agree to the rules in order to run.

Manifesto & Ballot Photo Deadline: 26th Feb

For your manifesto and photo to appear on the voting page or in our elections guide, you must submit it by this deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Campaigning: 26th Feb - 8th March

Between these dates, candidates can campaign on campus (excluding prohibited areas explained in the rules) and online. Voting takes place from 4th March - 7pm 8th March.

Question Time: 2nd, 3rd, & 4th March

Question Time is an opportunity for all candidates to share their ideas and take questions from students in a debate setting. Question Time is optional but highly recommended.