STUDENT COUNCIL
University life represents a pivotal phase in our educational journey, distinct from the structured environment of our previous academic experiences. It is a time of growth, self-discovery, and the acquisition of life-altering experiences. To make the most of this precious period, it's crucial that we spend our university years as productively as possible, seeking to engage with a broad spectrum of opportunities and activities.
At the heart of enhancing the quality of university life is the University Student Council, the official student representative body of our institution. The Council is a dynamic, student-driven organization committed to enhancing the university experience for all students. One of the primary functions of the University Student Council is to offer unwavering support to the student body. It acts as a bridge between students and the university administration, advocating for the needs and concerns of students. Whether it's addressing academic issues, improving campus facilities, or ensuring the overall welfare of the student community, the Council is dedicated to ensuring that students' voices are heard and their concerns are addressed.
Kadir Has University is committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive educational environment that values the active participation and engagement of its student body. This commitment is exemplified in the "KADIR HAS UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS FOR THE REPRESENTATION OF STUDENTS IN FACULTIES, INSTITUTES, VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS, AND UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES."
These regulations are a testament to the university's dedication to promoting transparency, fairness, and student representation in key decision-making processes at every level of the institution. They establish a framework through which students have a voice and an opportunity to influence policies, programs, and activities that directly affect their academic journey and overall university experience.
One of the fundamental aspects of these regulations is the formal representation of students in various university entities, including faculties, institutes, vocational schools, and university committees. Students are provided with the means to elect their representatives, who, in turn, serve as a vital link between the student body and the university's administrative and academic structures.
The presence of student representatives in these decision-making bodies ensures that student perspectives, concerns, and needs are given due consideration in matters of curriculum development, academic policies, and other university affairs. This democratic approach to representation encourages an open dialogue between students and the university administration, ultimately leading to a more responsive and student-oriented academic environment.
Additionally, these regulations help maintain accountability and fairness in university governance by specifying the processes for the selection, responsibilities, and terms of student representatives. This clarity and structure ensure that student voices are heard consistently and their roles within the university are well-defined.
To summarize our Regulations for the Representation of Students in Faculties, Institutes, Vocational Schools and University Committees:
This regulation outlines the establishment, responsibilities, rules, and regulations of Student Representative Committees in Higher Education Institutions. The aim is to protect and improve students' rights in education, health, sports, and culture. The regulation outlines the establishment, rules, responsibilities, and working principles of a Student Council, which represents students of associate, undergraduate, and graduate degrees. The Student Council is a democratic student collective, consisting of students from various sections of the university. Elections for Student Council members and boards are held by the Rectorate, with eligibility criteria including being a registered student, not a political party member, and having a clean police record. Student council boards consist of various committees and heads.
The regulation also outlines the election of student representatives in various departments and programs within a university. These representatives are students registered in each department and elected for two years with a simple majority of participants. They are responsible for carrying out student council activities, announcing board decisions, attending meetings, identifying student problems, representing students during events, improving communication, coordinating events, and participating in academic meetings. A department/program committee is also formed, consisting of student representatives from various departments and responsible for implementing student council decisions. The committees meet monthly and are accountable to the student council.
The Student Council General Committee at Kadir Has University is responsible for forming student council boards. It consists of student representatives from various departments, including faculties, schools, and vocational schools. The committee's duties include carrying out student council activities, announcing board decisions, identifying student problems, representing students in events, coordinating activities, leading meetings, and participating in board meetings. The committee also elects the head, executive board, superintending committee, discusses and makes decisions on council issues, and determines the semester objectives. The Student Council Assembly Board consists of a chair and two vice-chairs, elected by the Student Council General Committee in the election.
The Student Council Assembly Board, Student Council Executive Board, and Student Council Superintending Committee are responsible for various aspects of the student council. The Assembly Board carries out agenda items, prepares voting tickets for candidates, ensures elections are conducted confidentially, and announces results. The Executive Board consists of nine students, elected by the student council general committee members. The Board meets monthly, identifies students' problems, collaborates with NGOs, encourages participation in education and youth programs, and creates teams for campus facilities and activities. The Superintending Committee is selected by the general committee and serves for one year.
The Student Council Superintending Committee is responsible for ensuring the student council executive board operates in accordance with the regulations and decisions made by the general committee. The head of the council is elected through a majority vote and serves for two years. The head represents students in events and activities, serves as meeting leader, and oversees the implementation of decisions. They must present a one-year activity report and participate in senate and board meetings. The student council executive board operates under the supervision of the vice rector, who is responsible for budget supervision. Funding for the student council is granted by the Rectorate from the university budget. The student council must coordinate with the university and abide by the principles of the Constitution of the Republic of Turkey.