The role of student representatives on the Board of Directors
Primarily involves ensuring the students’ perspective is represented in a board comprising appointed representatives from local authorities, regions, trade unions, etc. as well as two staff representatives.
This work consists of attending University College Absalon board meetings (four annual meetings plus two seminars), where – as the title suggests – your primary role is to represent the students. As such, you are to represent not only your own campus or degree programme, but all students at University College Absalon.
Representing all students and working to safeguard their best interests is a major responsibility. As a representative on the board, it is therefore crucial be inquisitive about and attentive to the diverse opinions, wishes and challenges encountered in the academic environment. This approach will enable you to advocate effectively for as many students as possible.
As a student representative, you have a tangible influence and your voice is heard. You do not need extensive prior knowledge of finance or management, as high emphasis is placed on induction and support.
It is worthwhile to advocate for increased focus on the students’ perspectives and their opinions on both the positive and the negative aspects of their degree programmes. One of the primary responsibilities is thus to ensure that the students’ issues are communicated effectively, and as a representative you are their voice and spokesperson to the Board of Directors.
Participating on the Board of Directors not only constitutes a significant entry on your CV, but also helps you build a network and gain valuable and useful insight into what it means to govern a large and diverse institution such as University College Absalon.
The students have two representatives on the University College Absalon Board of Directors. These student representatives are elected by and from among their peers.
