Class Representative Training

What is a Class Rep? A link between your classmates, your school of study, services and the Students’ Association

Class Representatives are… Leaders & Advocates Agents of positive change A point of contact for the students with problems A source of confidential feedback to your school of study and the Students’ Association A representation of the opinions of your entire class, not just your own

Class Representatives Academic and Program concerns and feedback Program Council Student Experience Class Rep Meetings

Program Councils Program Council meetings are where class reps, faculty, and academic admin’s discuss topics related to your program of study Minimum of one (1) meeting per term Program Council meetings will be called by the Academic Chair

Class Rep Meetings The Students’ Association hosts Class Rep Meetings throughout the year to gather feedback and ideas from Class reps on the Student Experience Get to know the Board of Directors and other Class Representatives Participation in meetings is the most effective way to have your voice heard

Your Responsibilities Attend Class Rep Training, Meetings and Program Councils Be visible and available to all your classmates Maintain a respectful relationship with all staff Actively seek feedback and gather input Raise student issues Keep your class informed of action you’ve taken to address concerns

Do’s and Don’t’s Do Ask your professor if you can use a few minutes in class to introduce yourself and explain how students can contact you Respect confidentiality of your classmates Listen and communicate Talk to the SA! You as Class Reps have an express line

Do’s and Don’t’s Don’t Be a counsellor. Class Reps do not address personal issues Be the enforcer. All staff issues should be elevated to the Academic Chair Get caught up trying to fix isolated issues Neglect your classmates Represent quietly

Class Representative Process Make yourself visible and approachable Identify issues Gather feedback from your classmates Establish who to direct your issue to Bring your issue forward at a Program Council or Class Rep Meeting

2017-2018 Board of Directors Priorities An Algonquin College community that prioritizes the health, safety and wellbeing of it’s members Technology as a facilitator, rather than a barrier, for learning A college that fulfills its demand for available and appropriate study spaces across all campuses Safe and affordable housing for all students Algonquin students as active and responsible citizens of the community

The SPACE and How to sign up An online portal for better communication between the Board of Directors and Class Reps To keep you informed of everything SA related Check your email for the sign up invitation or click here

What’s on The SPACE? Information about Students’ Association Events, Clubs and Communities, and more Find other Class Reps, SA Directors, Clubs leaders, and more Communication about any issues, allowing other members to comment and provide fast feedback Retrieve documents that will help you succeed in your role

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