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Kent Union Student Reps: School Information Sheets
Academic Year 2017-18
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Contents
American Studies
Anthropology and Conservation
Architecture
Arts
Biosciences
Economics
English
History
Kent Business School (Canterbury)
Kent Business School (Medway)
Politics and International Relations
Psychology
SECL
Sport and Exercise Sciences
SMFA
Physical Sciences
SSPSSR
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Centre for American Studies and MEMS Roles available in the school:
At Stage 2: American Studies Student Rep
At Stage 3: American Studies Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: School Rep and all Student Reps
Student Staff Liaison Committees: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Contacts:
Student Rep Contact (UG): Rianne Dubois [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PG): Claire Taylor [email protected]
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School of Anthropology and Conservation A welcome from the school:
“Student Representatives are fundamental in bridging the vital communication between students
and the school, giving a platform for student voices to be heard and we are passionate about the
positive impact this has on the whole school. Kent Union has an action packed training schedule for
you to complete and we will also be in touch if you get elected into the role.
Kinds regards, Professor Jim Groombridge (Head of School), and Rachel MacPhee (SAM)”
Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Social Anthropology and Year Abroad and Joint Honours Student Rep
Biological Anthropology/Anthropology/Medical Anthropology Student Rep
Wildlife Conservation/Environmental Social Science/Human Ecology Student Rep
At Stage 3: Social Anthropology and Year Abroad and Joint Honours Student Rep
Biological Anthropology/Anthropology/Medical Anthropology Student Rep
Wildlife Conservation/Environmental Social Science/Human Ecology Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: UG School Rep and all UG Student Reps
Student Staff Liaison Committee: UG School Rep and all UG Student Reps
Focus Groups: UG School Re and all UG Student reps as available
School Contacts:
Head of School: Professor Jim Groombridge [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG): Emma Spiller [email protected]
Maternity Secondment: Ayesha Barnes from 23rd April 2017-1st May 2018 [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PG): Nicola Kerry-Yoxall [email protected]
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Kent School of Architecture A welcome from the school:
“Student Representatives play a vital role in the running of KSA, and their contributions are
invaluable.
Only by hearing about ‘on the ground’ student concerns and questions can we hope to instigate the
changes necessary to improve the experience of every KSA student during their time at Kent.
We look forward to working with you, in partnership, and in particular to help facilitate all the
aspirations articulated in the KU Education Strategy. A better student experience is a win-win for us
all.”
Roles available in the School:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Architecture Student Rep
At Stage 3: Architecture Student Rep
Postgraduate: PhD Architecture
MArch (Master in Architecture) Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
Education Committee: UG Student Reps (including MArch), including School Rep if UG
Graduate Studies Committee: Postgraduate Student Reps, including School Rep if PG
Student Staff Liaison Committee: All Student Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Professor Don Gray [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Ben Martin [email protected]
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School of Arts A welcome from the school:
“The Student Representative role is an important one here at the School of Arts and Key to ensuring
that students get the most out of their time here at the School, but also that we as a School can make
continuous improvements to the student experience.
Becoming a Student Representative enables students to develop and strengthen leadership skills,
connect with School of Arts staff, assist fellow students with having their voice heard, share
experiences and participate in School Committee Meeting and events.
Student Representatives are here to help and support their peers throughout their time studying at
the School of Arts. They are here to provide a link between staff and students, and help students to
get their voice heard.
The School holds Staff Student Liaison Committees once/twice a term. The SSLC meetings are
important channels of communication between School staff and students.
Roles available in the School:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Film Joint Honours Student Rep
At Stage 3: Drama Student Rep
Film Joint Honours Student Rep
Art History Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: School Rep and all Student Reps
Subject Boards: Relevant Student Reps i.e. Film Board, Drama Board, History of Art Board and Media
Studies Board
Arts Board: School Rep and selection of Student Reps
Staff Student Liaison Committees: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Martin Hammer [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Jonathan Fryer [email protected]
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School of Biosciences Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Biology Student Rep
Biochemistry Student Rep
Biomedical Sciences Student Rep
Bioengineering Student Rep
At Stage 3: Biology Student Rep
Biochemistry Student Rep
Biomedical Sciences Student Rep
Bioengineering Student Rep
Committees Reps will attend:
Education Committee: School Rep and up to 2 volunteers of the UG Reps
Graduate Studies Committee: 1 volunteer PGT and all 2 PGR Reps
Staff Student Liaison Committee UG and PGT: School Rep and all Student Reps (UG and PG in their
respective meetings)
School Contacts:
Head of School: Professor Colin Robinson [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG): Dr. Wei-Feng Xue [email protected]
Student Rep Contacts (PG): Dr Campbell Gourlay [email protected]
Dr Dan Lloyd [email protected]
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School of Economics A welcome from the school:
“Student Reps play a vital role whith the School of Economics. We have 2 SSLC meetings per term, at
the request of Reps, (Autumn and Spring) in order for students to have time to provide feedback to
the school.
We try to involve Student Reps in a number of events that we run for students, such as the Move On
event for Stage 3 students and the OMR events for Stage 1 and Stage 2 students in the spring term.
This year we would also like to invite the Reps to be part of our induction events so their fellow
students get to know them as early as possible.
We have instigated an internal marketing campaign called #OpinionsToOutcomes which helps to
highlight what changes you as Rpes have been instrumental in making during that year based on
your feedback. To make all Student Reps feel an integral part of the school we provide each Rep with
a free School of Economics hoodie within the autumn term.
We need you, so please put your name forward to help us continually improve the service we provide
to you and your fellow students.”
Role available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Economics Student Rep x4
At Stage 3: Economics Student Rep x4
Committees Reps will sit on:
Student Staff Liaison Committee: All Rep invited
Education Committee: All Rep invited
School Meeting: 1-2 Rep per year only
School Contacts:
Head of School: Alastair Bailey [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG): Charlotte Ransom [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PG): Katy Wade [email protected]
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School of English Role available in the school:
At Stage 2: English Literature Student Rep
Creative Writing Student Rep
At Stage 3: English Literature Student Rep
Creative Writing Student Rep
Postgraduate: PGR English Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
Education Committee: School Rep and all UG Student Reps
Graduate Studies Committee: PGT Rep
Postgraduate Research Committee: PGR Rep
School Meeting: All Reps
School Contacts
Head of School: David Herd [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Faith Phoenix [email protected]
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School of History A welcome from the school:
“In the School of History, we have always been very fortunate in our Student Reps – they have
worked extremely hard to gather the views, thoughts, concerns and questions of our students, and
bring them to the School so we can improve everything we do. Similarly, we have always been able to
rely upon them to give the student perspective on the diverse range of issues we discuss at the
various committees at the School, Faculty and University levels.”
Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: History Student Rep
History Joint Honours Student Rep
Military History Student Rep
At Stage 3: History Student Rep
History Joint Honours Student Rep
Military History Student Rep
Postgraduate: History PGR (PhD or MA:R)
Committees Reps will attend:
Student Staff Liaison Committees: School Rep (Chair) and all Student Reps
Education Committee: School Rep and all UG Student Reps and the PGT Rep
Graduate Studies Committee: PGR Student Rep
School Board: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Dr Juliette Pattinson [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG): Robert Brown [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PGT): Robert Brown [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PGR): Faye Beesley [email protected]
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Kent Business School Canterbury Roles available in the school:
At Stage 2: Accounting and Finance Student Rep
Business Administration Student Rep
International Business Student Rep
Marketing Student Rep
At Stage 3: Accounting and Finance Student Rep
Business Administration Student Rep
International Business Student Rep
Marketing Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
Education Committee (EC): School Rep and all UG Student Reps
Graduate Studies Committee (GSC): All PGT and PGR Reps
Joint EC/GSC: All UG and PGT Reps
Accounting and Finance Board of Studies (all cognate pos): All reps on cognate pos
Business and Management Board of Studies (all cognate pos): All Reps on cognate pos
KBS Student Staff Consultative Committee: All Reps
School Contacts
Head of School: Professor Martin Meyer [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Tamsin Harris [email protected]
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Kent Business School Medway A welcome from the school:
“At KBS Medway we make a significant investment in the development of the student experience,
promoting a positive experience and encouraging student engagement. This is illustrated by the
employment of a Student Experience Executive (a second year KBS student employed by the school
during their placement year). Our Student Representatives also play an important role in promoting
that positive student engagement, working with the Student Experience Executive to create an
effective bridge between the student body and the School. Feedback from Student Reps is welcomed
and sought. In addition to the formal Staff Student Consultative Committee structure, our Student
Reps are consulted on a regular basis on a wide range of issues from student facilities to academic
issues. Any student with an interest in representing their peers and continuing to develop the positive
student experience at KBS should nominate themselves as a prospective Representative.”
Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 1: Accounting and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
Business and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
At Stage 2: Accounting and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
Business and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
At Stage 3: Accounting and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
Business and Management with a Year in Industry Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: School Rep and all Student Reps
SSCC: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Contacts:
Lead Academic at Medway: Professor Marian Garcia [email protected]
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School of Politics and International Relations A welcome from the school:
“Thank you for considering taking on the role of student representative for the School of Politics and
International Relations. We really look forward to welcoming you to this pivotal role in our School
structure and look forward to working with you.
A key part of your role will be to sit on the School’s Staff/Student Liaison Committee (SSLC) which
meets twice a term to discuss various issues affecting students. The Committee has the power to
forward issues to other School and University Committees who are able to implement changes. The
committee itself has initiated a number of positive changes at School level. In the last year alone the
SSLC has removed paper module outlines to reduce our environmental impact, hosted the School’s
first ‘Spring Ball’, and developed a successful project plan for the creation of School-based internships
exclusive to PolIR students.
Beyond the SSLC, student reps will be selected to sit on other School committees to help ensure that
your peers are represented in the key operational and strategic decisions we make as a community.
We endeavour to create an open two-way dialogue with our student reps and would encourage you
to come to us outside of meetings to ensure that you can get the most out of your time as a rep.”
Roles available in the school:
School Rep
Stage 2: Politics and IR Student Rep x3
Stage 3: Politics and IR Student Rep x3
Politics and IR Bi-diplome
At Stage 4: Returning from Abroad Year 4 UG
Committees Reps will attend:
SSLC: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Education Committee: 3 x UG Reps (attendance is co-ordinated by the School Rep- they often
rota this so that more get the experience of attending), Assistant Lecturer Rep
Graduate Studies Committee: PGR Rep, PGT Rep, Assistant Lecturer Rep
School Meeting: School Rep, PGT Rep, PGR Rep, Assistant Lecturer Rep
School Contacts:
Head of School: Richard Whitman [email protected] or [email protected]
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School of Psychology Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Psychology Student Rep x2
At Stage 3: Psychology Student Rep x2
Other: Applied Degrees Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
Education Committee: School Rep (essential) and a sample of Reps from each stage (agreed between
School Rep and Student Reps)
Graduate Studies Committee: One PhD Rep, One MSc Rep, AL Rep
SSLC: All Reps
School Board: School Rep, one UG Rep per meetings, one PG Rep per meeting
School Contacts:
Head of School: Dr Georgina Randsley de Moura [email protected]
Director of Learning and Teaching [email protected]
Director of Graduate Studies (Taught) [email protected]
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School of European Culture and Language A welcome from the school:
“The School of European Culture and Languages (SECL) is one of the University’s key intellectual hubs
where Europe meets the world in the field of Classics, Comparative Literature, Modern Languages,
Linguistics, Philosophy, and Religious Studies. The distinctiveness of the School’s intellectual profile
provides our valued Student Representatives with a unique opportunity to represent their peers on
their programmes of studies, as well as engage with other academic disciplines within the School.
The role of the Student Representative within SECl is characterised by the strong partnership between
our students, academic colleagues and Kent Union. It is a key component of effective student
engagement, ensuring that students have the opportunity to highlight good practice or address any
areas of concern. Indeed, we are proud that our Student Representatives have consistently
contributed to the enhancement of the student experience within SECL for a number of years.
We therefore strongly encourage you to consider becoming a Student Representative within SECL
and look forward to your important contribution to this vital aspect of student life.
Roles available in the School:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Classical & Archaeological Studies, Philosophy, and Religious Studies Student Rep
Comparative Literature, English Language & Linguistics, and Modern Languages Student Rep
At Stage 3: Classical & Archaeological Studies, Philosophy, and Religious Studies Student Rep
Comparative Literature, English Language & Linguistics, and Modern Languages Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: School Rep and at least two Student Reps
School Graduate Studies Committee: All PGT and PGR Reps
Departmental Board of Studies: All relevant Reps in each Department
UG SSLC: All UG Student Reps
PG SSLC: All PG Student Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Professor Shane Weller [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Daniel Blackman [email protected]
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School of Sport and Exercise Science
Roles available in the School:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Sport & Exercise Management Student Rep
Sport & Exercise Science Student Rep
Sports Therapy Student Rep
Sport for Exercise & Health Student Rep
Sport Management Student Rep
At Stage 3: Sport & Exercise Management Student Rep
Sport & Exercise Science Student Rep
Sports Therapy Student Rep
Sport for Exercise & Health Student Rep
Sport Management Student Rep
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: School Rep and all Student Reps
Student Staff Liaison Committers: School Rep and all Student Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Sakis Pappous [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): John Dickinson [email protected]
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School of Music and Fine Arts Role available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Events Student Rep
Fine Art Student Rep
Music Student Rep
Music Technology Student Rep
Popular Music Student Rep
At Stage 3: Events Student Rep
Fine Art Student Rep
Music Student Rep
Music Technology Student Rep
Popular Music Student Rep
Postgraduate: PhD Music & Music Technology
PhD Fine Art
Committees Rep will sit on:
Student Staff Liaison Committee: All Reps
Education Committee: All UG Reps
Graduate Studies Committee: All PGT & PGR Reps
Research Committee: All PGR Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Dr Paul Fretwell [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG and PG): Graham Lewis [email protected]
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School of Physical Sciences A welcome from the school:
“The Student Representatives have a valuable role to play in the School and we welcome their input
at every stage in their School learning journey to support their peers. We look forward to working
alongside Student Reps.”
Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: Chemistry Student Rep
Forensic Science Student Rep
Physics Student Rep
At Stage 3: Chemistry Student Rep
Forensic Science Student Rep
Physics Student Rep
At Stage 4: Chemistry Student Rep
Forensic Science Student Rep
Physics Student Rep
Postgraduate: PG Rep Applied Optics Group (AOG)
PG Rep Centre for Astrophysics and Planetary Science (CAPS)
PG Rep Forensic Imaging Group (FIG)
PG Rep Functional Materials Group (FMG)
Committees Reps will sit on:
School Education Committee: UG School Rep and all Student Reps
Education Board of Graduate Studies (EBGS): PGR Student Reps
Student Staff Liaison Committees: UG School Rep and all Student Reps
Safety Committee: PGR Rep x1 and UG Rep x1 (Stage 2 and above preferably lab experience)
Web Committee: PGR Rep x1 and UG Rep x1
Athena Swan: PGR Rep x1 and UG Rep x1 (preferably Stage 2 and above)
School Contacts:
Head of School: Professor M.A. Green [email protected]
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Chemistry DoUGS: Dr M. Alfredsson
Forensics DoUGS: Mr R Green [email protected]
Physics DoUGS: Dr. D Froebrich [email protected]
Senior Tutor: Dr. S. Biagini [email protected]
Student Support Adviser: Christine Vickerman [email protected]
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SSPSSR Roles available in the school:
School Rep
At Stage 2: SSPSSR Student Rep x2
At Stage 3: SSPSSR x2
Committees Reps will attend:
Education Committee: School Rep and all Student Reps
SSLC: School Rep and all Student Reps
General Staff meeting: School Rep and all Reps
Graduate Studies Committee: PG Reps
School Contacts:
Head of School: Julien Forder [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (UG): Caroline Chatwin [email protected]
Student Rep Contact (PG): Chris Shilling [email protected]