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Student Council

Al Falah University (AFU) recognizes student councils for students. Student council consists of 15 members, 10 of which are nominated by the colleges while the remaining 5 are chosen through campus-wide elections. The Student Council’s mission is to represent students and give them the opportunity to communicate their views and concerns to the Higher Management. It provides resources to various students, and endeavors to promote the values of teamwork, dedication, and responsibility.

The main role of the Student Council is to assist in presenting the ideas, interests and problems of students to the relevant authorities, in addition to organizing events, community service and other related activities.

The main objectives of the Student Council:

Assistant new students in Al Falah University
Working as a liaison between students and the administration of Al Falah University to serve the students and raise their issues and defend their point of view with the administration.
Promoting the spirit of participation, teamwork and cooperation between students, management, faculty, and staff
Representing students of Al Falah University in any student gatherings of other educational institutions in the country
Developing awareness among students about belonging to the homeland and taking responsibility
Develop awareness of ethical values
Raising the level of intellectual, social, sports and artistic activities within Al Falah University
Discover student talents, abilities and skills and develop their creative spirit

Student Council Committees:

The Sports Committee
The Cultural Committee
Committee on Public Relations and Information.
Technical Committee
Public Services Committee
Committee of social activity and trips
Scientific and Technological Activity Committee.

Student Council elections

The election process is held annually in September of each academic year, to elect one third of the 15 members. All students are invited to be part of the electoral process as candidates or voters.

Procedures for Electing the Council

The Elections

Each candidate must complete the application form which includes the following information: name, address, contact details, college and major, university number.
Ensure that conditions are met in each candidate.
Publish ads containing the names of candidates.
The election process is one week.
Results are announced within one week of the end of the voting process.

Choosing Board Members

Two-thirds of the fifteen members of the Council are appointed by the Student Council Committee consisting of faculty members. The committee is formed by a decision of the President of the University

First: The representation of the Council members of the colleges is determined based on the number of students registered for the first semester.
Second: Seats within the colleges are determined according to specializations
Third: Each member of the committee is assigned to nominate a group of college students who meet the conditions of membership
Fourth: Any candidate must meet the following:
1. The GPA should not be less than 3
2. Student must have passed at least one semester.
3. He should not have received any academic or behavioral punishment
4. Students should not be expected to graduate in the first semester
5. be social with the community and able to take responsibility.

The time period of the Council

Each member shall continue in the council all the academic year in which he or she is elected.

Student Council meetings

The Board meets at least once a month during the academic year, or at the discretion of the members, and is held on campus only.
The Secretary of the Council shall coordinate with all members and inform them of the date, agenda and location of the meeting at least one week in advance.
The meeting shall be held when the majority of its members are present. Any decision taken shall be voted upon and the minutes of the meeting shall be recorded and distributed for approval.