Academic Board is the primary body for academic governance and decision-making at the University. The Board is established under legislation and provides advice to the Vice-Chancellor and University Council on issues that affect academic excellence. The Board reports directly to the Council.
It provides a forum for information and debate within the University and is responsible for policy on matters such as:
- admissions
- assessment
- teaching
- student conduct
- research and
- academic promotion.
Membership of the Board includes senior academic leaders of the University, staff and students. The president of the student union, association or representative body of each campus is a member of the Board, as well as five elected undergraduate and postgraduate student members and one graduate research candidate.
What does it take to be a student member?
No background in student politics? That’s completely fine. Academic Board benefits from a diverse range of student perspectives. Whether you’ve participated in a student advisory group, supported fellow students as a Peer Learning Advisor or want to advocate for students at a regional campus, your experiences and insights can help shape important discussions and decisions.
What is the role of a student member?
As a member of Academic Board, you will join in on the discussion and debates for policy on matters such as admissions, assessment, teaching, student conduct, research and research training.
The Term of Office for Academic Board is twelve months and will commence from 1 January 2027. Successful candidates will be inducted and provided with information and mentorship support ahead of their first meeting.
How do I nominate?
If you are interested in nominating for one of the positions on Academic Board, you will need to complete the online nomination form by 5:00 pm, Wednesday 14 October 2026.
If more than one nomination is received for any of the positions, then an election will be necessary. It will be held online via a third-party vendor. In that event, students will be advised as to the next steps.
Further Information
Full details of student eligibility to nominate, the nomination process and other relevant information to help guide your decision can be found here.
Nominations must be received by 5:00pm, Wednesday 14 October 2026.
Kind regards,
Returning Officer (Academic Board)
Elections@latrobe.edu.au