WHAT DO YOU GET FROM BEING A STUDENT REP? 

Being a Student Rep at UWE Bristol comes with several benefits:

• Skill Development: Gain valuable skills in communication, leadership, and teamwork.
• Recognition: Earn certificates and nominations for The Student Experience Awards.
• Networking: Build connections with staff and fellow students.
• Impact: Make a real difference in improving the student experience.
• Training: Access to training sessions that enhance your employability.

It’s a rewarding role that helps you grow personally and professionally while making a positive impact on your university community.

Student Rep Reward & Recognition

Here at The Students’ Union at UWE, we deeply value the dedication and hard work of our Student Representatives. Serving as a Student Rep is not only an important role in ensuring the voices of students are heard, but also one that comes with numerous rewards and recognition opportunities.

Student Rep Certificate

To be a Student Rep, you must attend a training session.  Every May, you receive a digital certificate as a thank you for your valuable contributions and to recognise you as a Student Rep. However, if you wanted to take your impact further and be rewarded to a higher standard, here is how you can achieve it!

Additional Reward

You have the opportunity to earn a certificate for bronze, silver and gold levels. Through carrying out these tasks, you are not only creating lasting impact for students to come, but also being recognised and rewarded for your efforts!

If you achieve gold this academic year, you will be recognised in The Student Experience Awards which takes place every May. 

‘Boss the basics’ for Bronze:

• Attend Student Rep Staff Forums (SRSFs) / Programme Management Committees (PMCs)

Attend at least two of these meetings. Submit evidence, such as:

• An email from your Programme Leader confirming your attendance.
• A written document of your reflections of what happened at the meeting.
• A screenshot of your message closing the feedback loop to your cohort.

• Meet with your Lead School Rep (LSR)

Attend at least one of meeting with your Lead School Rep or LSR and Student Rep Catch Up events. These events will take place after your SRSF/PMC meetings and before LSRs attend School Boards of Study. It is important for LSRs to represent the views of students across all their programmes within their school. Submit evidence, such as:

• An email from the Lead School Rep confirming your attendance

• A written document of your reflections.

• A photo of you in the meeting

• Attend Student Rep Conference (SRC)

Attend at least one Student Rep Conference, three happen every academic year. They are chaired by your VP Education and enable you to meet Student Reps from across different programmes and schools. It is a great way to hear about UWE updates and gain ideas for your role!

No need to submit evidence for this, as The Students’ Union will keep a record of attendees.

 

‘Go above and beyond’ for Silver:

• Write your Student Rep Handover

This is a written document to support the next Student Rep build on the feedback you have raised. This document should outline:

• Key projects or issues you worked on this academic year
• Your progress so far
• Any resolutions or improvements you helped achieve

• Attend a Student Rep Masterclass

Attend at least one masterclass. No need to submit evidence for this, as The Students’ Union will keep a record of attendees.

 

‘Become a super star Student Rep’ for Gold:

• Promote the Course Survey and NSS Survey

Submit evidence, such as:

• A screenshot of your promotion of the surveys (via email, social media, etc.)

 

Submit your reward and recognition form here: https://forms.office.com/e/C7paHy0Q49

 

Additional Training – Masterclasses

Being a Student Rep can develop and showcase your skills in leadership and communication. The Students’ Union at UWE is offering Masterclass workshops for Students Reps to enhance your skills and support your CV building.

Full details can be found here.

 

Student Experience Awards

The Student Experience Awards celebrates the outstanding contributions of students and staff to the university learning and teaching community and student experience. These awards recognize achievements in various areas, including academics, community involvement, and well-being. Student Representatives are specifically honoured through the Outstanding Student Rep Awards, which highlight their dedication to representing their peers and making significant contributions to positive change within their programmes, Schools and Colleges.

Find out more here.