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.
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.
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!
They’ll also be entered into a prize draw for a chance to win headphones.
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! By following this link you can recommend a friend, and potentially win your self a set of Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones!
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
26th February
Candidate briefing
To be confirmed
Voting open
9th March
Voting close
12th March
Results announced
13th March
Need more info?
Elections are currently closed. Check back here when nominations reopen to participate.
For any enquiries about the elections, email: ben.sanders@wrexham.ac.uk
