Why is there only one role?

We are currently going through a significant transformation process. As part of that process, the RAUSU Board reviewed the current RAUSU Officer Structure. The decision was taken to reduce the amount of paid sabbatical officers from 1 full-time and 2 part-time, to 1 full-time President. This is in line with other students' unions representing similar amounts of students. 

We will continue to do more work on the representation structure over the coming months and are hoping to hold a byelection for part-time roles in the autumn term. 

How do I Nominate Myself for a Role?

In order to nominate yourself for election and vote in the election you will need to register an account.

If you have any difficulty in registering your account, email elections@rausu.co.uk and we will support you. 

Once you have registered your account you may nominate yourself. 

You will also need to complete a candidate declaration form. Further information can be found here: https://rausu.unioncloud.org/elections-information 

Do I need to write a Manifesto?

All candidates are required to submit a written manifesto, relevant to the role they have chosen.  Nominations without a completed manifesto will be declined.  Manifestos which contravene the election rules will also be declined.

Support in completing a manifesto is available by contacting elections@rausu.co.uk or alexandra.godfrey@rausu.co.uk

When can I Start Campaigning?

https://rausu.unioncloud.org/more-information 

Where can I see Candidates’ Manifestos?

You can view the candidates and their manifestos here: https://rausu.unioncloud.org/meet-your-candidates  

What is Question Time?

During Campaign Week all candidates will be invited to deliver your manifesto in a “Question Time” scenario, and will receive and answer questions from the student body. 

This will take place midday - 1pm on Tuesday 13th May.

All students are welcome to attend the question time.  If you have questions for the candidates, please submit them to elections@rausu.co.uk before 10am on Tuesday 13th May.

Are there any other Steps?

rausu.unioncloud.org/elections-information/elections-information/su-president-2025-26/interested-in-standing 

How and when do I Vote?

Voting is open Tuesday 13th May at 10am - Wednesday 14th May at 2pm. Votes received outside of these times will not be counted.

You will receive a link by email to the RAUSU UnionCloud website, where you will be able to register an account and cast your vote.

Voting is based on a system of proportional representation.

Voting for RON means that you do not wish to elect one of the candidates and that you wish to Re-Open Nominations.

When will I find out the Result?

Votes will be independently verified prior to the results being announced.  The result will be announced on the website from 6pm. 

I have a Complaint, who can I Contact?

In the first instance please refer to the complaints section of this website. To submit a complaint you will need to use this form: https://forms.office.com/e/PQht3GtimB 

For information, the Returning Officer is Peter Robertson, NUS Charity. Upon request to appeal the DRO's decision, your appeal will be sent to the RO via. RAUSU.