To ensure students remain represented across the University, a temporary Vice-President model will be introduced for the 2026/27 academic year. Under this arrangement:
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Four Vice-Presidents will be elected directly by students.
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Vice-President positions will be paid roles, 18 hours per week.
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The Vice-Presidents, under the management and support of the Student Union & Student Voice Manager will work alongside permanent Students’ Association staff to collectively fulfil the responsibilities that would normally be undertaken by the President. ​​​​
Know about the Vice-President roles
Vice President of Communications
The Vice President of Communications is responsible for ensuring effective communication between the Students’ Association and the student population. They help promote the Association's activities, campaigns, events, and opportunities through a variety of communication channels including Instagram, LinkedIn and the Associations’ website. The role works towards increasing awareness of Students’ Association services and achievements, and supports transparent and accessible communication with students.
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Vice President of Community Development (Belonging)
The Vice President of Community Development (Belonging) is responsible for building a connected, and vibrant student community across Regent's. They support social events, societies, and student-led initiatives that encourage participation and foster a sense of belonging. The role works to strengthen relationships between students and create opportunities for students to engage with one another.
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Vice President of Academic Community (Representation)
The Vice President of Academic Community (Representation) is responsible for building stronger student communities within each School, helping students connect with one another, supporting School-based activities including academic events, promoting the university opportunities to share feedback and encouraging engagement with academic life.
The role works closely with student representatives, academic departments, and University staff. The Vice-President represents students in the required university committees, promotes student voice mechanisms and supports initiatives that enhance engagement, communication, and belonging within each school.​​
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Vice-President of Wellbeing and EDI
The Vice President of Wellbeing and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) advocates for a supportive, safe, and inclusive student environment. They work to promote student wellbeing, raise awareness of health and welfare issues, and encourage initiatives that support equality, diversity and inclusion. The role champions inclusive practices to support all students to fully participate in university life.
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Timeline
Voting period: 4 to 11 November 2026 (Closing at Midday)
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Know about the candidates
Vice-President of Academic Community (Representation)
Vice-President of Community Development (Belonging)
Elections Committee
The election process will be overseen by a dedicated Elections Committee comprising representatives from the University's Governance, Students' Association and Student Experience teams. The Committee will be responsible for ensuring a fair, transparent and impartial process, including candidate eligibility checks, oversight of campaigning activity and management of any election-related complaints.
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For questions about the election process, please contact the Students' Association & Voice Manager chavezd@regents.ac.uk
For any formal complaints about the election, complete this form. ​​
Know more about the roles
Vice President of Communications
The Vice President of Communications is responsible for ensuring effective communication between the Students’ Association and the student population. They help promote the Association's activities, campaigns, events, and opportunities through a variety of communication channels including Instagram, LinkedIn and the Associations’ website. The role works towards increasing awareness of Students’ Association services and achievements, and supports transparent and accessible communication with students.
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Key expectations of the role:
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Lead and coordinate Students’ Association communications across all platforms
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Promote Students’ Association activities, campaigns, events, opportunities, and achievements
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Oversee and support the Marketing Officer and Social Media Officer
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Ensure communications are accessible, accurate, engaging, and student-focused
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Increase student awareness, engagement, and participation through effective communication
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Attend the Association’s events to record the required promotional content
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Vice President of Community Development (Belonging)
The Vice President of Community Development (Belonging) is responsible for building a connected, and vibrant student community across Regent's. They support social events, societies, and student-led initiatives that encourage participation and foster a sense of belonging. The role works to strengthen relationships between students and create opportunities for students to engage with one another.
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Key expectations of the role:
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Lead initiatives that strengthen student belonging, engagement, and community spirit
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Oversee and support the Society Officer, Social Events Officer, and Sustainability Officer
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Support the planning and delivery of social, cultural, and community-building activities
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Gather student feedback and develop opportunities that enhance the student experience and sense of belonging
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Attend and host the Community Development events to ensure the best experience of the students
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Vice President of Academic Community (Representation)
The Vice President of Academic Community (Representation) is responsible for building stronger student communities within each School, helping students connect with one another, supporting School-based activities including academic events, promoting the university opportunities to share feedback and encouraging engagement with academic life.
The role works closely with student representatives, academic departments, and University staff. The Vice-President represents students in the required university committees, promotes student voice mechanisms and supports initiatives that enhance engagement, communication, and belonging within each school.
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Key expectations of the role:
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Promote the university’s student voice opportunities, feedback mechanisms, and course representation
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Support the School Community Officers across all Schools
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Build strong relationships with students, academic staff, and University departments
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Support initiatives that strengthen academic engagement, community, and belonging within each School.
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Attend and host the Association’s academic events to ensure the best experience of the students
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Vice-President of Wellbeing and EDI
The Vice President of Wellbeing and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) advocates for a supportive, safe, and inclusive student environment. They work to promote student wellbeing, raise awareness of health and welfare issues, and encourage initiatives that support equality, diversity and inclusion. The role champions inclusive practices to support all students to fully participate in university life.
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Key expectations of the role:
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Champion student wellbeing and promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment,
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Advocate for equality, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and fair treatment for all students.
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Oversee and support the Wellbeing and EDI Officer.
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Lead awareness campaigns and events that promote wellbeing and inclusion, including hosting the Mindful Mondays series
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Represent student wellbeing and inclusion needs at relevant meetings, committees, and working groups.
Shared expectations for all Vice Presidents:
As the Students' Association operates without a dedicated President in 2026/27, the Vice-Presidents collectively fulfil many of the functions typically associated with the presidential role, including:
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working together and alongside permanent members of the Students' Association,
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promoting student belonging, engagement and participation;
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facilitating student voice and representation;
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encouraging participation in university surveys, consultations and feedback mechanisms; supporting communication between students and the University;
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promoting awareness of Students' Association and University initiatives;
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facilitating student forums and engagement activities;
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signposting students to appropriate support services; and championing the interests of students across the University.
Responsibility for specific activities, committees, projects and initiatives will be allocated between Vice-Presidents according to their portfolios, expertise, availability and the needs of the Students' Association. Vice-Presidents are expected to work collaboratively to ensure these responsibilities are delivered effectively and that all students have clear opportunities to engage, belong and have their voices heard.