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Students’ Union – Student Academic Representatives (StARs) 2014-15 What are StARs? • Student Academic Representatives (StARs) are elected to represent students on their course’ views and provide feedback on their academic experience to the faculty. • StARs are a vital communication channel between the university/faculty and the students • StARs attend Couse committee meetings • Faculty StARs sit on the Student Union’s Student Council • The StARs scheme is a partnership between the Students’ Union & University • StARs are offered full training and support What else might a StAR do? • Speak, listen and research the issues that matter to your course mates • Help students to raise issues of concern to your faculty • Build a constructive, working relationship with your Couse Leader, Associate Dean and Dean. • Communicate information to students and from students to the University • Lobby and campaign, together with the Students’ Union officers on various campaigns • Get involved in the UK-wide student can course rep/StAR movement via e.g. the NUS Why should you become a StAR? • You believe that students should have a genuine say in the decisions that affect their experiences at London Met • You believe that you should take an active part in your own education • You are determined to leave London Met with more than just a degree • You wish to get more involved in representation and the Students’ Union • You wish to work with others to help improve students satisfaction and the student experience • You wish to improve you skills which will make you more employable What else can I gain? • Gain transferable skills that will equip you for the future and help your personal and career development • Improve your employability • Gain valuable experience to go on your CV for the future • Make a real difference! Give a real voice to students and actively influence the decision-making process • Receive training, support and a certificate to acknowledge your contribution • Meet new people, make new friends and help others • An introduction to Student politics ! More information • Your Course Leader • The Students’ Union: Web: Email: Phone: In person: http://www.londonmetsu.org.uk/union/reps/ [email protected] 0207 133 4703 TMG75 Tower Building, Holloway Hub More information • Your Course Leader • The Students’ Union: Web: Email: Phone: In person: http://www.londonmetsu.org.uk/union/reps/ [email protected] 0207 133 4703 TMG75 Tower Building, Holloway Hub