All eligible voters will be sent an email to their university email account with a link to vote in the Full Time Officer Elections. If you use this link it will avoid you having to login our website to vote. Alternatively you can vote using the button below but you will be required to login.
Elections at GCU are carried out using the Single transferable Voting (STV) voting system. In this election you indicate your first choice candidate with a ‘1’. You can also select as as many further choices as you wish, for example with a ‘2’ for your second choice, a ‘3’ for you third choice and so on. These additional choices have an important role to play in determining who the winners of the election are.
This video explains how the STV voting works and why your additional choices matter:
Click on the following button to vote (when an election is open):
We take the integrity of our elections very seriously. Your ability to cast a vote freely and fairly is paramount, and it's important to understand the boundaries that ensure your voting experience remains personal and secure.
During the election period, candidates and their campaign teams may reach out to share their platforms and engage in dialogue. While these discussions are encouraged, certain actions are not acceptable:
If you have already voted you can change your vote, here - www.gcustudents.co.uk/vote
If at any point you feel your voting privacy is compromised or you experience any of these unacceptable behaviours, it's crucial to report it. This helps us maintain a fair and respectful election environment.
Please provide us with the following details if you encounter any issues:
Contact Us
Email: Elections@GCUstudents.co.uk 📧
Protect your vote. Protect your voice. Let’s work together to ensure a fair and seamless election process for everyone at GCU. Your participation and vigilance help uphold the democratic spirit of our community. #GCUVotes #FairElections #YourVoiceMatters
If you have problems voting please email hello@GCUstudents.co.uk with your name and Student ID. It can take time to resolve voting problems such as fixing your website account or confirming with the University your course end date, so we advise you to contact us sooner rather than later.
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