YUSU

The International Officer is responsible for representing the views and interests of international students within the Union and the University, encouraging participation of International Students in the Union, and advancing the welfare of such students.

Main Responsibilities

• Convene and chair International Students’ Network, through which issues affecting international students can be discussed and campaigns or events decided;
• Be responsible for ensuring that all relevant information about the Students' Union and its various facilities and activities is regularly and effectively communicated to all international students;
• Act as a representative of international students within the Union and University, as required;
• Work with other officers and Union staff to further the internationalisation of the Students’ Union, including encouraging international students to participate in its democratic and representative functions;
• Raise awareness among the University community of issues affecting International Students;
• Be responsible for liaising with and supporting international and cultural societies who wish to campaign on issues relevant to the aims and objectives of the society;
• Attend relevant NUS conferences and events;
• Contribute to the Liberation and Welfare Assembly Committee in the interests of international students. 

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For more information you can contact:
Marc Kidson, Representation & Democracy Development Coordinator
m.kidson@yusu.org
01904 32 3485
Student Centre during office hours.

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