Glenside Campus Officer

MERCY OLORUNDA (SHE/HER) 

Contact details: mercy2.olorunda@live.uwe.ac.uk

What am I working on? 

1. Integration of Glenside Students:Focusing on fostering unity and integration among Glenside students and the broader UWE community, I will organize inclusive events and initiatives to celebrate diversity, ensuring that Glenside students feel connected with the wider UWE family.
2. Enhanced Communication with Presidents:To address the unique concerns of Glenside students, I will establish effective communication channels with student presidents and representatives. This proactive approach will ensure that the voices of Glenside students are central to decision-making processes, promoting inclusivity and representation.
3. Increased Support during Placements:Recognizing the challenges faced by students during placements, especially those of different ages, I am committed to enhancing support mechanisms. Leveraging my experience, I will advocate for tailored assistance and resources for students in various stages of their academic journey, ensuring a smooth and enriching experience.

Get in touch 

@thesuatuwe_Glenside.

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Glenside Campus Officer Purpose of Post:

1. To represent and seek the views of the students based at Glenside Campus.
2. To communicate and liaise with The Students’ Union Executive Team.
3. To campaign on issues that affect Glenside Campus students.
4. To support campus and inter campus based activities and events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To be a member of, attend and regularly engage with The Students’ Union Executive (8 times a year).
• To represent Glenside Campus students, their issues and opinions at The Students’ Union Executive, in the wider Student’s Union and to the University.
• To regularly obtain feedback from students via GOATing (Go Out And Talk) sessions and present this to ensure The Students’ Union accurately reflects the needs and wants of its members.
• To hold office/digital hours (normally one hour a week) - you can utilise the desk space in any of The Students’ Union Offices on any campus or we can book you a space.
• To maintain your personal and official email account for The Students’ Union, replying to emails and queries as and when they come in within a reasonable time.
• To actively promote yourself via social media and promote the work of The Students’ Union to encourage students to engage and maximise the opportunities available to them.
• To encourage other students to be involved with the democratic processes of The Students’ Union.
• To ensure Student Ideas are taken forward and actioned wherever possible. 
• To support activities such as Open Days, Freshers’ events and other events run by The Students’ Union.
• To uphold the core values of The Students’ Union and be an ambassador for The Students’ Union.
• To build a community of Glenside Campus students though running events or engaging with Glenside Campus students however else you deem appropriate.

Benefits of Role:

• Gain an in-depth knowledge of the workings of The Students’ Union and University.
• Training and personal development opportunities tailored to the individual role.
• Gain experience of leading, developing and supporting campaigns for change.
• Bid into the campaigns budget to gain financial and resource support for your campaign ideas.
• Meetings and 1-2-1 support with The Students’ Union staff.
• Practical real-life experience.
• Develop leadership skills and gain experience of leading an organisation.
• Documented on your HEAR.
• A reference for future employers