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. I am graduating this year, do I need to be enrolled in any classes next year if I want to serve as President?
   Yes, you need to be enrolled in classes next year as well as during the nomination period and time of voting.

2. I am an international student, is there a maximum amount of hours I can work as 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.

3. The position is 20-30 hours a week, but I still want to take classes while serving as President is this possible?
   Yes, it is possible.

4. Is there a maximum amount of classes I can take while serving as President?
   Yes, there is a maximum.  The President is classified as a part-time member of the council. As such, the President 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.

   As a student enrolled in either Education or Health Studies, they may take an unpaid leave of absence with approval from the BUSU council for practicum or student teaching placement. They will be expected to be reachable via email and phone. The President may take 1 lab per term (fall and winter) and a maximum of 3 labs during the year.

5.   I am in my first year, can I run for President?
   Yes, you can be in your first year. As long as you are a student enrolled in classes during the nomination period and time of voting you are eligible to be President.

6.   Is this position paid?
   Yes, this position is paid. Executive positions are salaried positions (approximately $16/hr). The BUSU President works 20-30 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