Elections Information
Want to be a part of the OUSA Executive? Here's everything you need to know!
Are you passionate about students? Do you think you could help make a difference through student politics for the betterment of Otago University Students? YOU should run for the exec!!!
NOMINATIONS
9am 14th of September 2026 - 4pm 17th of September 2026
CAMPAIGNING
4pm 17th of September 2026 - 4pm 1st of October 2026
VOTING
9am 28nd of September 2026 - 4pm 1st of October 2026
Keen to run? FABULOUS NEWS!! You will need someone to nominate you and someone to second it. When nominations are open (dates above) bring those people down to the OUSA Main Reception and you can fill out the form that will be there to get started!
It's important to note that the roles vary from 10 hours a week to 40 hours a week and you should consider how that fits with your schedule, because it can be a lot of work.
Not only are the exec student advocates, but also the governors of the Association.
Another thing to note is that Critic reports on exec members, so if you have concerns about being public facing, have a chat with current exec members on how it works.
Please be aware that if you are successful in your election to the Executive, you are expected to be able to attend a week long training/induction in person in Dunedin in early February (before O-week). This induction is critical for a successful year of advocacy.
Email president@ousa.org.nz if you have any questions or need any help!
Essential documents
This is what you fill in at OUSA Main Reception to get nominate. Bring yourself, your nominator, and your seconder if you are interested in running for one of the roles. Make sure you all bring your student IDs!
This document broadly overviews the sequence of events that will follow the elections process and it should be read before you are signed up for the role. Keep referring back for important details and dates!
Do's and Don'ts of OUSA Executive Elections
This is SO important while you are campaigning, if you don't follow the rules properly you are at risk of being removed from the running. Noteably, no campaigning materials can use OUSA green, so no brat related campaigns can be done if they have brat green.
This is an OUSA policy that outlines the duties that all exec officers have to carry out. It's useful to read to get a complete and realistic overview of the roles you could be interested in, and if you want to see what each role entails to see what could be the best fit for you.
This is the Policy that OUSA must follow and adhere to throughout the elections process. Refer to it if you need specific information about how things are run, such as appealing against the secretary or advertising information. Daniel (President) does a lot with policies in her role, so if you have any questions surrounding it then flick him an email (president@ousa.org.nz).
This is to be filled out by the first day of voting, and you absolutely MUST fill it in otherwise you are breaching policy. It includes all the money you utilised to campaign, which must not exceed more than $250, and how that money was used.
This is the Policy that OUSA Executive must follow during their term as Executive Officers. Make sure you read it and feel free to reach out to Daniel (President) if you have any questions - president@ousa.org.nz