VICE PRESIDENT F.A.Q.

Disclaimer: Please note the following information is a guide to assist you, as individual situations can vary exceptions may apply

1. The position is 15-20 hours a week, but I still want to take classes while serving as Vice-President is this possible?
   Yes, it is possible. However there is a maximum amount of classes you can take. You shall be permitted to take a maximum of 12 credit hours each regular term (fall/winter) and 6 credit hours during either the Spring or Summer terms with a maximum of 30 credit hours total during the year. Also, you may take 1 lab per term (fall and winter) and a maximum of 3 labs during the year.

2. Is there a maximum amount of classes I can take while serving as Vice-President?

   No.

3. I am an international student, is there a maximum amount of hours I can work as Vice-President?
   There may be a limit to the maximum number of hours during the school year, summer, and what type of permit you have. As each situation is different, we recommend you seek professional advice on the maximum number of hours you can work as an international student.

4. I don't know my class schedule next year, can I still run for this position?
   Yes, as long as you are a registered student for the academic year. However, they are required to give a copy of their course registration as of the first day of each term. 

5. I am graduating this year, can I still run for Vice-President?
   No, you will need to be a student for the entire election year.

6. Is this position paid?
   Yes, this position is paid. Executive positions are salaried positions (approximately $16/hr). The Vice President works approximately 15-20 hours a week.

7. Can anyone sign my nomination form?
   As long as they are members of the Union, in other words, pay student fees like classes, then they can sign your nomination form.

    

8. Can I run for more than one position?
   No, you can only run for one position. 

9. What does 1st nomination and 2nd nomination period mean?
   The first nomination period is the time in which candidates are being nominated for their intended position. The second nomination period is only for those positions that have not received a candidate. For example, if nobody runs for President in the first nomination period, it is still available to do so in the second nomination period.

10. How do I get a nomination package?
    Nomination packages are available online: Executive Nomination Package

11. Where do I drop off the nomination package when it is complete?
    Email it to the Returning Officer at election@busu.ca.

12. If I have more questions who do I contact?
    If you have more questions, you can email the Returning Officer at election@busu.ca