Part of one of our Student Groups? You can nominate yourself and vote for the next Student Group Leaders!

Any member of Medway group from University of Greenwich or University of Kent can get involved.

Canterbury Christ Church Student? Unfortunately, you cannot run for one of these positions or vote. However, you can join any Medway Club or Society.

If you have any queries about these elections, email us at elections@gre.ac.uk.

Student Group Elections are run by Greenwich Students' Union (GSU) who run The Hub and Medway Student Groups on behalf of GSUKent Union and Christ Church Students' Union. 

Key dates

22nd April, 12pm

Nominations open

21st May, 12pm

Nominations close

23rd May, 12pm

Voting opens

1st June, 12pm

Voting closes

 

What can I run for?

We are electing Student Group Leaders for our Clubs and Societies.

These are the Committee members of Sports Clubs, Societies and Academic Societies.

You will need to be a member of the group you are applying to.

All of our groups at GSU are student-led and you will work with others to lead your activity. Societies typically have a President, Secretary and Treasurer. Sports Clubs often have additional roles of leadership within them.

All roles are voluntary, and are supported by staff at GSU throughout the year.

Why should I run?

  Develop and enhance your employability and CV

  Receive training from Greenwich Students’ Union staff

  Provides you a platform to empower the lives of others

  Take an active role in the student community and meet new people

  A truly unique experience to go alongside your studies

  An exciting experience getting students to vote for you

 

Student Leader By-elections 2025 - Student Groups

These are the annual elections to elect the new committees for all student groups.

442 posts are up for election.

Nominations close at 12:00 on Wednesday 21 May 2025 (in 4 weeks and 0 days)

The polls open at 12:00 on Friday 23 May 2025 (in 4 weeks and 2 days)

 

A messge from Greenwich Students' Union:

"Due to a log-in issue on the Greenwich Students’ Union website, we are aware that some students have experienced difficulties nominating themselves or voting in their student group elections. 

To ensure a fair and inclusive election process, we are taking the following steps: 

  • The voting period has been extended until 5pm on Friday 11th April. 
  • For student groups that have reported issues with nominations, we will be re-running your elections. Your GSU Staff Lead will be in touch shortly with more details. 

The revised election timeline for affected groups is as follows: 

  • Nominations open: 22nd April - Midday
  • Nominations close: 21st May - Midday
  • Voting: 23rd May - 1st June
  • Results: 3rd June 

If you experience any additional issues or have questions regarding the elections, please contact us at Elections@gre.ac.uk

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure a fair process for all. 

Best regards, 

GSU"

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