Elections
Make a difference at University
The Students’ Union Elections are your chance to step up and make a real difference at Wrexham University.
Each year, students elect the President, Vice President, and part-time officers who sit on Student Council, shaping decisions that affect student life across the University.
The Elections have now concluded, and the Results Are In!
Stand for Election
All current students can nominate themselves - no experience required! Training and support are provided for every successful candidate.
Full-time roles: President and Vice President (paid positions)
Part-time roles: Various voluntary officer positions alongside your studies
Standing in the elections is a fantastic way to gain leadership experience, campaign, and help shape university life.
The next Election will be in March 2027
Recommend A Friend
Recommend a Friend lets students nominate someone they think would be great for a Students’ Union election role.
By submitting a recommendation through the form, they help highlight strong potential candidates!
This will be available for the next Election in March 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who Can Stand For Election?
Any student can stand, as long as you fit the criteria of the role you are applying for. Click nominate yourself to submit your manifesto - If you want more information please contact ben.sanders@wrexham.ac.uk, or attend one of our training events linked on the website.
What Are The Roles Available?
Full-time roles (paid): President - Vice President
Part-time roles (unpaid, voluntary): Women’s Officer - International Students’ Officer - Equality / Diversity and Inclusion Officer - Northop Officer - Partner Institutions Officer - Mature Student / Parent / Carer Officer - Postgraduate Officer - Degree Apprentice Officer - Sustainability Officer - Welsh Language Officer / Swyddog Cymraeg - Regent Street Officer - St Asaph Officer - Online Student Officer.
Can I Recommend Someone For A Role?
Yes you can! You can Recommend anyone for a role in Election season, it is easy to do and helps us in finding students who fit the roles!
What Training Do You Recieve?
Once you have self nominated you will receive training on how to campaign in elections. Following on from this you will receive training on how to do the role successfully.
See Below For Our Training Handbook Extra Information
Key dates for Elections 2026
Nominations open
4th February
Nominations close
5th March
Candidate briefing
To be confirmed
Voting open
9th March
Voting close
12th March
Results announced
13th March
Events Calendar
See all events to do with voting week on the left.
Candidate Hustings is your opportunity to quiz our candidates and make the final decision on who to vote for.
Polling stations are where you can go on site to vote.
Results event will be the place to end the wait and find out who has been elected!
Need more info?
Elections are currently live!
For any enquiries about the elections, email: ben.sanders@wrexham.ac.uk
