Nominate yourself between 24th February and 7th March and lead us into a New Era
Time Until Nominations Close
Introduction
Over the past six months, we’ve done the groundwork – listening to your feedback, reviewing our structures and shaping a more inclusive approach. It’s now time to put these changes into action and usher in a New Era for the Students’ Union.
Our elections give you the power to choose who will represent your interests and shape the future of student life. Whether you run for a role, support a candidate, or cast your vote, your involvement will make a difference.
If you’re ready to nominate yourself now, submit your nomination below, or scroll down to learn more about each role.
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Timeline
Here are the key dates for the upcoming elections – from Nominations to Results Day. Mark your calendar so you don’t miss out on shaping your Union’s future.
24th February – 7th March
Nominations Period
10th March –
16th March
Candidate Support
and Eligibility Week
17th March – 20th March
Voting Week
Paid roles
4 roles available
Read the Students' Union Representative Role Description
Voluntary roles
10 roles available – one for each School
- School of Arts and Media
- School of Business
- School of Engineering and Computing
- School of Health, Social Work and Sport
- School of Law and Policing
- School of Medicine and Dentistry
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
- School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- School of Psychology and Humanities
- School of Veterinary Medicine
Read the School Representative Role Description
Action Plan resources
If you're planning to run as a candidate, you'll need to submit an Action Plan – your chance to outline your vision, engage voters and inspire belief in your campaign.
Byelaws and Election Rules
Our Byelaws and our Election Rules set the standard for fairness and transparency throughout the election process.
Campaign Expense Resource
Following the guidelines in our Election Rules and using this mandatory resource keeps our elections fair, equitable and driven by student choice rather than spending power.
Recommend a friend
Know someone who would make a great candidate? Recommend them here! We’ll let them know they’ve been suggested.
Complaints
If you believe election rules have been breached, you can submit a complaint. You must provide evidence, or the Deputy Returning Officer (DRO) cannot consider it. Complaints can be submitted throughout the Elections period, but complaints submitted after one hour of voting closing will not be considered.
Technical issues with nominating?
Email suelections@uclan.ac.uk as soon as you can and one of the team will help.