Still thinking about which role to go for? The deadline for nominations for our Autumn Elections is Monday 16 October at 13:00, which means you have a whole weekend to decide which role is best for you and get your nominations in.

Getting involved with democracy at the Union opens up a huge range of opportunities and experience, including leadership and communication skills, representing the views of others to a board or committee, plus the chance to share your own ideas and see them implemented.

The roles we have available during this round of elections are:

Academic Rep: Represent the ideas and concerns of the people on your course or academic unit to the Union and University.

Halls Committee: Improve life at your Halls by joining your Halls Committee, from improving facilities to planning fantastic social events, including Freshers’ 2018.

Zones Open Places: Have a specific interest within student life? Join our Zones on an Open place to discuss ideas, activities and consider ideas put forward on You Make Change.

WSA Officers: We are searching for the next WSA Campus President and International Officer, could this be you?

Postgraduate Committee: Postgrad student? Join the Postgrad Committee to make positive changes to your student experience at Southampton. From Welfare to Events or Communications Officer, there are several roles available.

Senate: Hold the Union to account and make the final key decisions by becoming a Senator.

Want to get involved? The first step is to nominate yourself at susu.org/elections. You don’t need any prior experience, just plenty of enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Don’t forget you now have until Monday 16 October at 13:00. Good luck!