ABMO Students' Officer
The BME Students' Officers is responsible for representing black and minority ethnic students at Solent University on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of BME student and ensure that their voices are heard.
In order to run for this position, you must identify as a black or minority ethnic student.
ABMO Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The ABMO Students Officer acts as the primary student representative of Asian, Black, Mixed and Other students at Solent within the university, Students’ Union and wider community. They ensure that ABMO students' voices are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision-making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of ABMO students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Carer Students' Officer
The Carer Students' Officers is responsible for representing the interests of students at Solent University looking after dependent's (i.e. relatives, children, etc...) on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of student carers and ensure that their voices are heard.
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Disabilities Students' Officer
The Disabilities Students' Officer represents disabled students at Solent on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of disabled students and to help make Solent as accessible as possible.
Disability Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The Disability Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as having a disability. They ensure that the voices of all Disabled students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of Disabled students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Environmental Students' Officer
The Environmental Students' Officers is responsible for representing all students at Solent University on the issues regarding the environment, sustainability and recycling. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage a more environmentally friendly university and Students' Union.
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Events Students' Officer
The Events Students' Officers is responsible for representing the interests of all students at Solent University in regards to events and the programme of social activities offered by the Students' Union. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation in these events and ensure that students have the best possible university experience.
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Housing Students' Officer
The Housing Students' Officers is responsible for representing all students at Solent University on housing issues both at halls of residence and in the wider community. They work with the Students’ Union to ensure students feel safe and supported.
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International Students' Officer
The International Students' Officers (EU) is responsible for representing international students from the EU and EEC at Solent University on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of international students from the EU and EEC and ensure that their voices are heard.
In order to run for this position, you must identify as a EU or EEC citizen.
International Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The International Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all International students at Solent University. They ensure that the voices of all International students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of International students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
International Students' Officer (Non EU)
Responsible for representing issues facing international students from outside the EU and EEC, encouraging the participation of international students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly.
In order to run for this position, you must identify as a non-EU or non-EEC international student.
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LGBT+ Students' Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing LGB+ students, encouraging the participation of LGB+ students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly.
In order to run for this position, you must identify as a LGBT+ student.
LGBT+ Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The LGBT+ Student Officer acts as the primary representative of all students at Solent University who identify as LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, etc.) within the university, Students’ Union and wider community. They ensure that the voices of LGBT+ students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of LGBT+ students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Mature Students' Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing mature students, encouraging the participation of mature students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly. Mature students are defined as students over the age of 21 when they start their course.
In order to run for this position, you must identify as a mature student.
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Men's Health Students' Officer
The Men's Health Students' Officers is responsible for representing male students at Solent University on the health issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to ensure that their voices are heard.
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Mental Health Campaigns Officer
Responsible for campaigning on mental health issues. Will campaign and lobby on issues related to mental health as well as encouraging students that are affected to participate in the Students’ Union.
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Night Life Students' Officer
The Night Life Students' Officers is responsible for representing all students at Solent University on the issues they face regarding life in Southampton and the wider community. They work with the Students’ Union to to ensure they are safe and have a great experience.
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Part Time Students' Officer
The Part Time Students' Officers is responsible for representingpart time students at Solent University on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of part time student and ensure that their voices are heard.
In order to run for this position, you must be a part time student.
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Physical Activities Students' Officer
The Physical Activities Students' Officers is responsible for representing all students at Solent University on the issues they face regarding recreational exercise and sports facilities on campus. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of all student and ensure that their voices are heard.
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Postgraduate Students' Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing postgraduate students, encouraging the participation of postgraduate students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly.
In order to run for this position you must be a postgraduate student.
Postgraduate Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The Postgraduate Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all Postgraduate students at Solent University. They ensure that the voices of all Postgraduate students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of Postgraduate students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Religion & Faith Students' Officer
The Religion & Faith Students' Officers is responsible for representing all students at Solent University on the issues they face regarding religious freedoms on campus and in the wider community. They work with the Students’ Union to ensure that all students voices are heard.
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Trans Students' Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing transgender & non binary students, encouraging the participation of transgender & non binary students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly.
In order to run for this role you must identify as a transgender or non binary student.
Trans Volunteer Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The Trans Students Officer acts as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as Trans. They ensure that the voices of all Trans students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of Trans students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Undergraduate Students' Officer
The Undergraduate Students' Officers is responsible for representing undergraduate students at Solent University on the issues they face. They work with the Students’ Union to encourage participation of undergraduate students and ensure that their voices are heard.
In order to run for this position, you must be an undergraduate student.
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Warsash Community Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing students studying at the Warsash Maritime Academy (WMA), encouraging participation of WMA students in the Students’ Union and representing WMA students accordingly.
Warsash Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The Warsash Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all Warsash Students. The Warsash Volunteer Officer will ensure that the voices of all Warsash students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we have run:
Events that we have held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of Warsash students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk
Widening Class Participation Students' Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing all students at Solent University, encouraging the participation of students from all backgrounds to succeed on their courses and participate in the Students’ Union, representing all students accordingly.
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Women's Officer
Responsible for representing issues facing female students at Solent University, encouraging the participation of female students in the Students’ Union and representing students accordingly.
In order run for this role you must identify as a female student.
Womens’ Students Officer Role Description
Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.
The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.
Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level.
About the Role
The Women’s Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as a Women. They ensure that the voices of all Women students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University.
What you can be involved in
The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us.
Past campaigns that we’ve run:
Events that we’ve held:
Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process.
What we expect from you
Campaigning
You will be expected to represent the voice of Women students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff.
Student Council
All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values.
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also:
What you can expect from us
Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will:
If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk