Student Leadership
WHAT IS student leadership
Student leaders at SAMU shape the direction of the Students’ Association through good governance, strategic planning, and advocacy. Students’ Council—SAMU’s highest decision-making body—is made up of 14 elected Councillors and 5 Executive Committee members (President and Vice-Presidents).
Together, they guide SAMU by setting bylaws, policies, and priorities that support current and future students. Elections are held each Fall (Councillors) and Winter (Executive Committee). If you want a seat at the table and a voice in your student experience, consider running for one of our amazing student leadership opportunities.
STUDENTs’ Council
Consisting of 19 members, 14 Councillors + 5 Executives, Students’ Council is SAMU’s highest governing body. Their responsibilities include enacting policies that govern the activities of SAMU, ensuring compliance with SAMU’s Strategic Plan, and approving SAMU’s annual budget.
Executive committee
Consisting of five members, the Executive Committee is responsible for advocating on behalf of SAMU’s student members, providing reports to Students’ Council on their advocacy efforts, and providing oversight of the General Manager.
Committees
Both SAMU and MacEwan offer committees. SAMU Committees ensure that your voice is heard in SAMU’s budget, other financial decisions, student governance and strategy development. MacEwan Committees delve into multiple aspects of University Governance including faculty academic matters, research ethics and community engagement.
SAMU in the news
SAMU in the News – Are you curious about where to find the latest news and updates on what SAMU has done for you? SAMU in the News features SAMU’s official statements as well as information about Executive Committee’s advocacy wins.
Governing Documents
SAMU’s Governing Documents, which include bylaws, policies, procedures, and directives, define the rules and expectations as to how SAMU runs, from the governance level through to the operational level.
Elections
In October, 14 students are elected as Councillors. In March, five students are elected as members of Executive Committee. Occasionally, a referendum question may also be asked during one of the two elections.
ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES CODE OF CONDUCT
Elected Representatives are bound by a Code of Conduct, you can view the Code of Conduct and file a complaint below:
Elected Representatives Code of Conduct
Elected Representatives Disciplinary Action
Elected Representatives Code of Conduct Complaint Process Procedure
Executive Committee Performance Procedure
To file a complaint concerning an Elected Representative, please fill out the Code of Conduct Complaint Form and submit to honeya@macewan.ca.