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Union Positions
President
As the Union’s chief executive officer, the President manages the business of the Student Union, supervises its employees, and monitors its direction. S/he oversees the implementation of Council’s directives and communicates with the University administration, media, government, and other student associations to that end. To accommodate this demanding schedule, the President works full-time year-round and takes no more than two classes per term.
As the President of the Student Union, you…
will work hard to supervise and support the Vice Presidents
must be comfortable lobbying University and government officials
will frequently give statements to the media
might travel to national conferences to exchange ideas with other student leaders about how to make a difference on your campus
Vice President External
The Vice President External acts as the main public relations officer of the Student Union. S/he is responsible for coordinating its communication efforts with outside bodies such as provincial and national student lobby groups.
As the Vice President External, you…
will meet with fellow student leaders to set lobbying priorities such as student loan reform, creating more spaces, or tuition freezes
might negotiate on behalf of students with the city of Fredericton
will work closely with the President to coordinate the Student Union’s messaging in press releases and media interviews
Vice President Internal
The Vice President Internal’s portfolio focuses on on-campus issues such as academics, the student life experience, and student discipline regulations. To accomplish this, the Vice President Internal acts as the official liaison between many university bodies (such as the Senate, Campus Security, and Campus Recreation) and the Student Union.
As the Vice President Internal, you…
will attend Senate meetings and sit on Senate subcommittees
organize recurring events like the Book Buy & Sell, the English Corner Café, and Pizza & Plagiarism
might initiate projects to address international student, academic, or health and accessibility issues
Vice President Student Services
The Vice President Student Services is one of the most visible positions of the Student Union, as s/he manages well-known services like the student health plan and SafeRide. To ensure smooth operation of these services, the position supervises Student Union employees like the Yearbook Editors, DrinkSmart Coordinator, and Event Coordinator.
As the Vice President Student Services, you…
plan and execute events like the Winter Carnival
might bring proposals for new services to Student Council
are responsible for implementing any new services approved by Student Council
Vice President Finance & Operations
The Vice President Finance & Operations is the chief financial officer of the Student Union, and is responsible for enforcing its financial policies and managing its budget preparations. S/he oversees all revenue-generating Student Union services and provides direction to campus clubs and societies.
As the Vice President Finance and Operations, you…
act as the Orientation Treasurer
report monthly on the financial position of the Union
host the Clubs & Societies Fair
Councillors
General Councillors are the primary point of contact between the faculties (e.g. Science) or special interest groups (e.g. residence students) from which they were elected. This means that the General Councillors are responsible for representing the interests of their constituencies, and the interests of students at large, at Student Council meetings. While General Councillors are not employees of the Student Union, their efforts are rewarded with an honorarium.
As a General Councillor, you…
attend bi-weekly Council meetings and hold one constituency meeting per term
might initiate directives which will, if passed through Student Council, be put into action by the relevant Executive Councillor(s) and/or Student Union Employees
may serve on Student Council subcommittees if required
Non-Union Positions
Student Senator (1 two-year seat and 3 one-year seats)
The Fredericton Senate is the highest academic governing body of UNB Fredericton, and is made up of 67 stakeholders, such as the University President and Vice Presidents, faculty deans, professors, students, and librarians.
As an elected Student Senator, you…
represent student interests in Senate meetings
witness high-level decision making such as strategic planning
can initiate dialogue with top-level administrators regarding topics of student concern
Board of Governors Representative (2 seats)
The UNB Board of Governors is the highest governing body of the University of New Brunswick, comprising a total of 34 voting and 10 non-voting members. It sets long-term strategic goals for the University and controls all aspects of its activity. Members include the President and the Chancellor of the University, elected alumni and alumnae representatives, and community members appointed by the Lieutenant Governor.
As an elected Board of Governors Representative, you…
represent student interests in Board of Governors meetings during the fall and winter terms
have a chance to witness high-level decision making such as strategic planning
can initiate dialogue with top-level administrators regarding topics of student concern
Valedictorian 2010 (3 positions)
Each graduation ceremony (A, B, and C) elects its own Valedictorian, who will give a speech at the ceremony. The office of Valedictorian comes with the great responsibility of inspiring your fellow students to become who they want to be as they move on to the next chapter in their lives.
