Student representatives embed the student voice in decision making at the University of Wollongong.
Student representation
They represent their peers across a range of academic governance bodies, directly informing learning and teaching practices and the academic and social experience of their student peers at the University.
The University of Wollongong is dedicated to authentically partnering with students to ensure they have a comprehensive and fulfilling higher educational experience.
Why student representation is important
Student representation provides opportunities for students and staff to work in partnership to address key challenges facing the student cohort.
At UOW, student representation takes a variety of forms such as formal representation on Academic Governance bodies including Academic Senate and its’ Subcommittees, University Council, Faculty Committees and the Student Advisory Council. It also includes informal occasions for the student perspective to be heard, such as through clubs and societies, working groups and focus groups.
At UOW, we believe students are equal partners in their higher education journey. This is solidified in the Students as Partners Agreement, signed by the Vice-Chancellor and Student Advisory Council Chair in 2021. In this agreement, the University has agreed to engage more deeply with students as trusted partners in learning, teaching, curriculum and campus life.
I love being able to represent my peers.