Guidance for UWS staff

• This will help staff identify how the Students' Union relates to their role and how they can work in partnership with students at UWS
• Full details can be found in each area of work's section of this website

Student Societies

Student societies are student-led groups, formed and run by students, which bring together people who have a shared interest or identity.

• Academic staff guide: Supporting academic societies at UWS - learn more about societies, how the Students' Union supports them and what you can do to help
• Understanding and sharing the success of the UWS Midwifery Society - read our report on the Midwifery Society to see how academic societies can thrive and the impact they have on students' experiences

Student Representation

Student Representation covers all of the ways in which students have a voice in the way UWS is run. The Rep System is jointly managed by UWS and the Student Union:

• The Rep Roadmap - practical guidance and agreement defining the roles of all partners in Student Representation at UWS
• Staff Guidance for Representation - detailed guidance and instructions for electing and reporting your reps, with an overview of the UWS Representation Structure
• Academic staff introduction to representation and partnership at UWS - an interactive training module for staff to support partnership and enagement activities

Please note:  These documents are being updated for Academic Session 2026-27.If you'd like to discuss any aspect of Student Representation at UWS, please contact claire.lumsden@uws.ac.uk

Advice Service

Full details on the Students' Union Advice Service can be found in the advice section of this website