Students are encouraged to become a member of the University Council. Council is the governing body accountable to the Government for the strategic direction and superintendence of the University.
It is responsible for ensuring the systems and processes to direct and control the university's operations are established and working effectively. In addition, Council fosters a culture which allows the university to deliver to all of its stakeholders outcomes in line with its mission and strategic goals.
Council has members from within and external to the University and members must act in the interest of the whole University rather than that of their constituencies. This is an excellent opportunity for students to be involved in the decision making process of the University.
There is currently a position available for one student, to be elected by and from students of the University.
The term of office for the position will commence once duly elected and will expire on 31 December 2012
To be eligible for the above position, please fill out the nomination form below. All nominations must be received at the Governance and Policy Branch by no later than 5.00pm on Friday 2 September 2011.
If a ballot is required, it will be conducted from 9.00am Monday 19 September 2011 to 5.00pm Friday 30 September 2011.
The term of office for the above position will commence once duly elected and will expire on 31 December 2012.
Information about Council membership
If you wish to find out more about the University Council you are encouraged to:
- access the Governance and Policy Branch website
- contact the Council Secretary, Ms Leitha Nilsen by emailing leitha.nilsen@vu.edu.au
- read over some of the VU Council publications about what Council involves.
