Academic Representatives are students who take a bit of their time each week (about one hour) to volunteer to represent their fellow students, for example communicating feedback to course staff and attending Staff-Student Committees.
Reps are volunteers with Imperial College Union’s Academic Representation Network, and you can become a Rep for your course by running for elections each October.
Being a Rep is a recognised way for you to help your fellow students, develop/enhance your ‘soft skills’, and meet new people. Many Master’s students take on the mantle of a Rep position each year – and they can have a great impact.
Other ways to get involved
There are many other ways to play an active role in the student community, or to represent Imperial College in various situations. They include:
- The Imperial College Union (ICU). ICU offers social activities, welfare support, and much more
- Join a Club, Society or Project, there are over 350 to choose from and even if one doesn't take your interest you can set up a new one