Student Nominations Open

Become a Student Representative With the Student Representative election fast approaching, we spoke to Sebastian Achterfeldt, the current Student Representative, to see why it is important for students to have a voice with the Nutrition Society, and what he has learnt during his two years in this position. 1. Why is it important to have a Student Representative on the Council of the Nutrition Society? This is very important as students form a large section of the overall membership. The Student Representative is part of the Training and Education committee and the Nutrition Society Council. In both committees, the Student Representative has the chance to voice the opinions of student members ensuring their needs are met, and to propose ideas for student events. This gives students the opportunity to have an impact on the organisation of the society helping them get the most out of their membership. 2. What is the role of the Student Representative? The Student Representative role provides a fantastic opportunity to shape the direction of the Society and to enhance the student member experience in collaboration with the Student Body. The Student Representative is the voice of the students. His or her role is to ensure their needs are met. It also enables you to gain an invaluable insight into The Society as you are invited to Council meetings and Training and Education Committee meetings. 3. Why did you apply to be Student Representative? I have been a member of the Nutri...
Source: The Nutrition Society - Category: Nutrition Authors: Source Type: news