Representation

Welcome to the new-look Hoot!

oustudents -
We hope that you will find it a clearer and more accessible site to use – a more user-friendly experience for everyone.

A day in the life of a Faculty Rep: from support worker shift to OU campus

Jack Flaherty -
Jack Flaherty, FASS Student Rep, provides a glimpse into his busy 24 hours attending a Faculty Assembly.

A bit about me and my manifesto

Charon Gates -
Hi fellow students, I hope you are well. I am Charon the current WELS Faculty Rep standing for re election. I thought I would tell you a bit about myself.

President Hustings

Kit Renard -
Find out my answers to your most asked questions (plus some kitties!)

No one should have to figure everything out alone

Michael Connor Pierce Jones -
STEM is challenging enough without feeling like you’re figuring it out alone. I’m standing to make sure students are supported, connected, and actually heard.

Vote for dedication and determination, Vote for Alex

Alex Thomas -
Alex is running for LGBTQIA+ rep, find out about them, their priorities, and why you should vote for them.

Vote for Becky for Disabled Students Representative

Rebecca Fowler-Monk -
Let me tell you about myself and why I'm standing for Disabled Students Representative

Vote Clare for Welfare

Clare Charlton -
Hi all, So Who is this woman standing and needing Your votes for VP Student Welfare?

Vote Kit Renard for President

Kit Renard -
Learn more about why you should vote for me for President in the SLT elections.

Update for Open SU international students – March 2026

Isabelle Hoyet -
International students regularly provide feedback about issues that are affecting them. Open SU and members of the Student Leadership Team (SLT) have also gathered...

From isolation to impact: why student consultations matter

Scarlet James -
“I went from feeling isolated and unsure I even belonged at university, to seeing my words help shape real change.”

Loneliness

Oskar -
Loneliness in the LGBTQIA+ community is widespread. In this short article, we hope to offer support and services available to those experiencing loneliness.