responsibilities of class representatives
• Provide course and programme related feedback • Ready to provide a student perspective in student consultation.
• Take the views of Class Reps and the Student Forum to faculty and University Committees
• A space to discuss student opinion on the student experience at Victoria
• Directs student consultation and voice through to Faculty and University Committees.
• Have a voice in programme and policy approval/ development.
Class Representation Organiser at VUWSA: Providing Support and advice/Ensuring a clear flow of information.
Working with the support of the Class Representation Organiser and Course Co-ordinator/s, you should: At the beginning of the Trimester:
• Make sure the students you represent know you and how to contact you;
• Attend a training session.
Then, in your course: • Ensure that the aims and objectives of your course are being covered in learning and assessment; • Consult with fellow students to identify highlights in course learning and teaching approaches, arising issues and student needs;
• Be available to listen and prepared to help/support students with their concerns;
• Keep lecturers informed of positive aspects of course delivery and assessment and any arising issues. And, in your school with the support from the VUWSA Education Office: • Attend Staff/Student Liaison meetings and any Class Rep meetings called by your school, the Class Representation Organiser or the Student Forum;
• Relay University, Student Forum and VUWSA Information to your class;
• Consult with students on University matters when they arise;
• Participate fully in Academic Reviews of Programmes when they occur.
You should NOT: • Overload yourself with Class Rep work to the extent that it has a negative impact on your studies or stress levels;
• Deal with large scale or intensive advocacy cases;
• Deal with harassment or serious conflict cases;
• Counsel students with personal problems.
In these situations listen to the student and refer them onto the VUWSA Student Advocate.
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