Student Members Meeting

Union belongs to its members – that means you.

Each year we hold an open meeting where students can hear what Union has been working on, where things are heading next, and help shape the priorities for the year ahead.

Date: 16th June 2026

Time: 14:00

Location: Microsoft Teams

Whether you're curious about what Union does, interested in student leadership, or just want to understand how decisions are made, you're welcome to attend.

What to expect

Hear from your Officers

Your elected Officers will share some of the key things they’ve been working on this year to represent students and improve the student experience.

Where Union is heading

We’ll talk about Union’s strategy and how we are working to put students more firmly in charge of their Union across all campuses.

Looking ahead

We’ll share some of our priorities for the coming year and invite students to contribute ideas about what Union should focus on next.

Where your Union’s resources go

We’ll give a short overview of how Union is funded and how those resources are used to support students, activities, representation and advice.

The organisations Union works with

Each year we confirm the organisations Union affiliates with, including our affiliation with the National Union of Students (NUS). Students attending the meeting will have the opportunity to see these and raise any questions.

Ask us anything

Students will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to Officers and Union leadership during the meeting.

If you would prefer, you can also submit a question in advance via this form which will be raised during the session.

Who can attend

All ARU students are welcome.

The meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams, allowing students from Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, Writtle and London to take part.

Why come along?

Because Union only works if students shape it.

This is your chance to hear what’s been happening, understand what’s coming next, and influence what Union focuses on next.

Agenda

  1. Welcome and Introduction
  2. Apologies
  3. Officer Accountability (Download Document)
  4. Executive Committee Accountability (Download Document)
  5. Annual General Meeting (Download Document 1 Download Document 2)
  6. Open Questions
  7. Close