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Discover how student unions can transform your university experience. Explore the impact of societies, democracy, campaigns, and more. Gain valuable skills in communication, teamwork, leadership, and personal growth. Unlock your potential today!
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Entering the Real World:How Student Unions can make a difference
Mo HaqueMembership Development ManagerMUSUOrganise ElectionsOrganise EventsTrain, Support and Advise:Elected OfficersStudent RepsClubs and Societies
As a Student... • Did nothing related to extra-curricular activity for the first 2 years • Had no idea what I wanted to do after I finished university • Who can relate?
Final Year • Needed to think about the future • Placements, Internships (missed deadlines) • Volunteering was an option • Discovered MUSU
MUSU • Societies • Democracy • Student Reps • Student Buddies • Student Magazine • Student Radio station • Campaigns • Events • Elections
As an Officer... • Ambitious Manifestos • Very political environment • Campaigning Issues: e.g. Funding Cuts in Higher Education • Lots of meetings • Training and personal development
Student example • Wei: International Students' Officer • Radio, Magazine, Societies Reps, Elected Officers
Skills to learn through activities • Communication: speaking, listening, writing, presenting • Teamwork: knowing how you work best with others • Leadership: working towards a vision • Personal Growth: build confidence, self esteem, resourcefulness
In summary... • Everyone has huge potential • Just get involved in various activities: • 'input is output' • Keep a track of everything you are learning • In the process you will be making a positive impact on others
Mo Haque • m.haque@mdx.ac.uk