The Student Council is made up of 14 members across our campuses. Its main purpose is to represent the interests and voices of the student body, acting as a liaison between students and MITU leadership to ensure that students are well-represented and supported across the wider Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec at all times.

It advocates for student needs, contributes to policy discussions, supports student wellbeing and engagement, and helps organise events and initiatives that enhance campus life.

Council roles

You are able to run for more than one position, though you can only hold one role in the council. We encourage you to carefully consider which role you could best fulfil when you are to campaign.

Student President

This representative leads the Student Council, taking part in all Council activities and sits on Unitec’s committees and boards representing the interests of the student body.

Vice President (Central/West)

This representative co-leads the Student Council, supporting the Student President and leading the student council administration across our Central (Mt. Albert) and West (Waitākere) Campuses. This representative may also attend Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec committees and boards representing the interests of the student body.

Vice President (South)

This representative co-leads the Student Council, supporting the Student President and leading the student council administration across our South (Manukau, Ōtara, Tech Park) Campuses. This representative may also attend Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec committees and boards representing the interests of the student body.

Māori Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of Māori students and will be a student member of Rūnanga and other relevant groups.

Pacific Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of Pacific students and will be a student member of Fono and other relevant groups.

International Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of International students, and will maintain a relationship with the International Office and other relevant groups.

Wellbeing Rep

This representative will advocate for wellbeing on behalf of students. Please provide your expression of interest. 

Disability Rep

This representative will advocate for safe and inclusive spaces and experiences for students with disabilities.

Rainbow Rep

This representative will advocate for safe and inclusive spaces and experiences for students who identify as a member or ally of the Rainbow community. 

Manukau Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of students studying at the Manukau campus and must be based at Manukau.

Mt Albert Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of students studying at the Mt. Albert campus and must be based at Mt. Albert.

Ōtara Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of students studying at the Ōtara campus and must be based at Ōtara.

Tech Park Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of students studying at the Tech Park campus and must be based at Tech Park.

Waitākere Rep

This representative will speak on behalf of students studying at the Waitākere campus and must be based at Waitākere.

How to stand and run in the election

Nomination form

View Elections Fact Sheet for Student Council Nominees

View Student Elections Policy
 

Nominations and Screening:

  • All nominees must be currently enrolled students at MIT/Unitec and remain a current MIT/Unitec student for the full period elected.
  • Students and Staff can use the nomination form using the online link below. If nominating someone else, you must have their permission.
  • All nominations will be screened to check the nominee’s suitability. Shortlisted nominees will be interviewed.

Successful nominees:

  • May run for more than one position but can only hold one position during their term and will need to indicate their preference.
  • Must receive endorsement from another current MIT/Unitec student
  • Must submit a blurb, with a limit of 200 words. It should state why they are running and what they want to achieve. The blurb will appear on the online voting form.

Campaigning

  • All successful nominees must attend the Candidate Briefing session (TBC).
  • Physical campaigning on campus is encouraged.

 

Contact

Email elections@unitec.ac.nz