PLEASE NOTE: Due to an error in advertising the closing day of nominations (was specified as Tuesday 12th February instead of Friday 12th February), the closing date has now been moved. The new closing date of nominations for all positions is 12pm on Tuesday 16th February. This does not affect students who have already submitted their nominations.

We apologise for any inconvenience or confusion caused.

 

 

LEADERSHIP RACE - WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT?

Bolton Students' Union is the representative body for all students at the University of Bolton.  We exists to represent you, provide services for you (social, commercial and welfare) without discrimination on grounds of sex, race, sexuality, age, religion or creed.

When you enrol as a student at the University of Bolton you automatically become a member of the Students' Union. This entitles you to use any of the services and facilities that we offer. The Union is here for your benefit and we work purely in the interest of all students.

 

SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

Bolton Students' Union is a union run for students, led by students so every year you elect the students who will run Bolton SU and represent the student voice. The race to become the next leaders of Bolton SU is fast approaching and we are registering interest for the positions already! Please see the available positions in the left menu.

Key Dates

• Nominations for all positions open at 12pm on Tuesday 12th January and close at 12pm on Tuesday 16th February. 
• Candidate briefing will take place on Tuesday 23rd February 12pm-1pm
• Campaigning Workshop for Candidates will also take place on Tuesday 23rd February from 1pm-2pm
• Question & Answer session with Candidates - all students invited. Will take place on Friday 26th February, 1pm-2:30pm
• Voting taking place over 3 days (29^th Feb and 1^st & 2^nd March)
• Results will be announced at a celebration event at 6pm on Wednesday 2^nd March.

 

If you would like any more information please feel free to come along to the SU Office for a chat and if you would like to register your interest please complete the form located in the left menu (Register your interest form) or alternatively you can email us at [email protected]

If you think that there is someone who would make a great President/Trustee/NUS Delegate then encourage them to register their interest! Anyone who is interested in running for any of the available positions in the Leadership Race will receive all the training and support they need.

 

WHY IS THIS LEADERSHIP RACE SO IMPORTANT?

1. The University of Bolton recognises Bolton Students' Union Officers as the official voice of the students.

2. The more students that vote in the Leadership Race, the stronger our voice within the University. High voter turnout = big mandate = strong voice for students.

3. This Leadership Race will determine who represents you to the University next year.

4. The Officers feed into the policy, practice, performance and perception of this University.

5. Will it really make a difference? YES, and if you don’t vote, it is guaranteed that you will not make a difference.

Taking part in Bolton Students' Union democracy is very important, either by putting yourself forward or by choosing your leader. 

 

Please make your voice heard, so choose, become and lead…...your voice, your choice, your Union!