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Teesside University Students’ Union (TUSU) is overseen by students for students and each year three current students are elected to be the next President Education, President Wellbeing and President International. These are paid, full-time opportunities to make a unique difference to other students’ lives and gain the kind of experience other graduates can only dream of.

Most current, enrolled students* can run in the elections BUT before you do it’s important you fully understand everything that’s involved in being a candidate and, more importantly, being a Student Officer if you are eventually elected. Make sure you have considered if the roles are right for you, if the time is right to run and that you have a clear idea of what you want to achieve in the role you go for.

In this elections minisite, we am to give you all of the information you will need but would also urge you to email: elections@tees-su.org.uk to ask questions, find out more and meet current Officers and key support staff.

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Until TUSU Elections info day. Click here to see the event.

 

TUSU Elections info day

Thu, 23rd Jan from 11am

Nominations open

Mon, 17th Feb at 10am

Nominations close

Fri, 21st Feb at 4pm

Candidates Briefing

Fri, 21st Feb at 4pm

Meet the Candidates

Thu, 27th Feb at 11am

Voting day

Mon, 3rd Mar from 10am - 8pm

Elections Results Party

Wed, 5th Mar from 7pm

Keep up-to-date on everything!

 

The SU is required, by law and our own constitution, to give all current students the opportunity to stand in elections for key representative positions at the SU. It's vital that everything we do is led by students for students and that the people who lead the SU and chair key decision-making bodies are accountable to the student body.

Most current students have the right to stand for one of the three Student Officer positions. Click here to see their differences (coming soon).

Most current students have the right to stand for elected positions with the SU*. If you wish to run for a role as a lead member of a society, you will need to be an existing member and up to date with your membership fees. Previous experience isn't required for any of our elected roles, and you'll always get lots of support from SU staff, whichever role you run for. You just need to be passionate, hardworking and actually have the time for the role! We always advise students to complete their studies before running for a Student Officer role; however, you are able to run at any time that you're a student.

All current students have the right to vote in the Student Officer Elections; they can do this online through the University blackboard system using their usual student username and password. Eligibility to vote in other elections depends on the body, club or society for which the election is being held; however, the election will always be by secret paper ballot. The SU always uses the Single Transferrable Vote system, and this is explained to students before they vote. We'll also be adding a video on how to vote in the Student Officer Elections here soon.

Even if you don't use the SU that often, the outcome of the elections WILL affect you! It's worth taking a few moments to ensure you've had your say about the people who will represent your views and interests to the Uni and on the big stage. We'll add a full list of the reasons we think you should vote close to the annual elections, and remember that not knowing who the candidates are is no excuse! They'll be campaigning, and we'll have a full web section with all their personal statements on. Plus, there's a Meet The Candidates event you can participate in next March!

There is a range of reasons why a student may not be able to stand in the elections and/ or eventually become a Trustee of a registered charity such as Teesside University Students’ Union (TUSU). These include issues with your financial history, past criminal records, your right to live and work in the UK and your student status when voting takes place and when you would be required to take office. You will need to be a current, enrolled student of Teesside University throughout the period from when elections nominations open in February to the close of voting in early March.

Click here for detailed guidance from The Charity Commission.

Click here and search "Sabbatical Officers" for advice for international students about your eligibility from the University.

If you have any concerns about your eligibility to run in the elections and eventual ability to be a Trustee of TUSU please contact elections@tees-su.org.uk for a confidential discussion about your situation.

You're also welcome to get in touch with current post holders and key support staff who work closely with them by e-mailing: elections@tees-su.org.uk

 

There are three Student Officers who are elected by students in March of each year and then take office in July. They get paid just over £25,000 per year, and the roles last at least 12 months; they can seek re-election for a second and final year in office. Their role and responsibilities include...

  • Overseeing the running of the Students' Union
  • Being lead members of the SU Board of Trustees.
  • Representing all students to the most senior figures at Teesside Uni including the Board of Governors, Vice-Chancellor and his executive as well as external bodies such as The National Union of Students (NUS).
  • Working closely with permanent staff, student reps and student staff to keep developing and improving the Students' Union.
  • Working closely with a range of Teesside Uni staff on events, campaigns and initiatives to keep developing the student experience.
  • Leading on various campaigns and big events run by the Students' Union throughout the academic year.
  • It's a unique opportunity to make a REAL difference to student's lives and help improve the Students' Union.
  • It's a chance to gain unrivalled experience and skills which will give you a real advantage in the job market when you complete your time in office. Even if you don't win, just being a candidate is an amazing experience!
  • If you win, you get paid over £25,000 per year, and it's a full-time job for at least 12 months.
  • It's hard work but also lots of fun being a candidate or going on to be a Student Officer with a chance to meet a wide range of people and do something different every day!
  • Previous candidates and Officers have gone on to work in a wide range of exciting and high-profile roles at universities, students' unions, NUS, business, the charitable sector and more!
  • While no previous experience or involvement in the Students' Union is needed. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you find out as much as possible about how TUSU functions and everything that these roles involve BEFORE you decide to stand. Current Officers and key support staff will be happy to meet with you to tell you more and you can email questions to elections@tees-su.org.uk. Please take the time to read all of the info on this web page as well.
  • The roles are fun and rewarding but hard work too! They are a job, and they are not 9 to 5...there'll be early starts, late finishes and weekend work. Your social life will need to take a back seat for the time you're in office.
  • Students can run for a position at any point in their time at uni, but we always recommend leaving it until you are about to complete your studies.
  • You don't need previous experience or a lot of past involvement in the SU (though that is helpful, we won't lie!), but you do need a passion for the Students' Union and making a difference to student life.
  • Lots of training and support will be provided before you start the role and throughout your time in office from SU staff, Uni staff and NUS.
  • You may not be able to run for a Student Officer role or take up a position if you're not going to be a current student when elections are held or don't meet other criteria for being a Trustee of a registered charity like the Students' Union. Click here for more info on the criteria, or e-mail: elections@tees-su.org.uk for a confidential discussion about your eligibility.