UniSA Online Student Rep

This month kicked off the first month of my second year on the USASA Board, as Online Student Rep.

After farewelling our incredible previous board last year I was thrilled to meet our new board members for this year.

On January 29th and 30th we had our USASA Board Retreat, which was an incredibly planned two days, with authentic team building exercises and thoughtful planning of the year ahead with our team. It was so great to get to know our team, and leaving the retreat with a respect and understanding that all of us have different perspectives, communication styles and lived experience to bring to the board.

During the first Board Meeting, on the 30th of January, I was also elected Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Access Committee, a role I am proud to hold and look forward to working with the committee members on this year!

Since retreat I have been individually speaking with UniSA students, both through social media and also organically.

I have also been in communication with UniSA Student Engagement Unit regarding the University’s Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP). I have appreciated being able to provide feedback from a personal capacity, and in my capacity as a Board Member and Chair of DEA. I look forward to an ongoing relationship with the Student Engagement Unit and the DEA Committee.

In the next month I look forward to holding the first DEA Meeting, as well as further engagement with students, and the USASA team to bring to life some great ideas from the retreat.

Summary of Activities

• January 29–30 – Board Retreat
• February 8 – Correspondence with Student Engagement Unit
• February 18 – Meeting with Board

April and May were slow months for me as Online Student Representative due to personal and professional limitations. I am looking forward to being more active in my role next month.

Summary of Activities

• April 29 – USASA AGM and Board Meeting