Becoming a member of a UTS Board, Committee or Council is a great way to build your personal skills and experience, while contributing to the UTS community.
- Get real world experience working as part of a team
Student reps sit alongside UTS staff and executives, working as part of a group with a diverse skill set. Every member is encouraged to contribute their expertise and work as part of the collective to problem solve, strategise and advise.
- Improve your leadership and advocacy skills
Being an active member means being involved in meetings where high-level decision-making takes place. You’ll be exposed to professional board or committee processes and have the opportunity to step-up your public speaking and communication skills.
- Shape the student experience at UTS
As a representative of the student community, you’ll have a direct line to decision-makers and can use your influence to shape the future UTS student experience.
- There’s a role for every interest
Whether you have a passion for a particular faculty, want to be involved in the oversight of academic decision-making, have an interest in course accreditation, or are ready to contribute to the broad management of UTS, you’ll find an opportunity that suits you.
- Expand your networks
Boards and committees are made up of staff and students from across the university, as well as professionals from other organisations. You’ll be exposed to the views and knowledge of that diverse group, and have the chance to expand your professional networks.
- Add to your CV and AHEGS
Experience on a professional board or committee is highly valued by prospective employers. Your CV can showcase the position(s) you’ve held and the skills you’ve gained. For eligible committees, your membership is also listed on your Australian Higher Education Graduation Statement (AHEGS).
What’s expected of student reps?
Once elected, student reps are expected to attend 2-6 meetings a year, depending on the committee. Before each meeting, you’ll need to read the provided papers to be informed on the agenda issues. During the meeting you’ll participate in discussions where you’ll share your own student experiences, as well as feedback and recommendations gathered from your peers.
Read more about the available positions and what’s involved.
Important to know
- Nominations must be submitted by 3pm on Tuesday 23 August.
- Eligible students can nominate for as many positions as they’d like.
- Most student positions are filled for a 1-year term, except UTS Council, which is a 2-year term.
Find out more about how to nominate.