Call for nominations: Monash Graduate Association Executive Committee Election 2025/2026
Are you a passionate, driven graduate student at Monash looking to make a difference to your community? Here is your chance!
Nominations are now open for the Monash Graduate Association Executive Committee (MGAEC) election!
The MGAEC governs the MGA by making policy decisions and driving the broader strategy of the organisation as a whole. Serving on the committee provides a real opportunity for students to have a meaningful impact on decisions affecting the wider graduate student population at Monash.
If joining the MGAEC sounds like something you’d be interested in, read on to learn more about the committee and the process for nominations.
Why have an election?
Student governance is the bedrock of the MGA. We hold elections each year so that graduate students have a say in who is advocating for their needs and driving policy for the community as a whole.
Why nominate?
Being a part of the MGAEC offers students the opportunity to collaborate with other motivated students, develop leadership skills, and gain valuable experience in problem-solving and decision-making.
And let’s not forget the opportunity to give back to the student community! Our MGAEC members have been involved in tremendous lobbying efforts on behalf of all graduate students. Currently, our reps are actively pushing for another increase in the HDR stipend. In recent years, they have achieved a number of wins - big and small - for grads at Monash, such as advocating for international students, securing better parking options for students on campus, introducing a welfare scheme for graduate students in financial distress, and so much more. You can read more about past triumphs and the current issues that our MGAEC members are working to address here.
How many roles are there on the MGAEC and are they all the same?
There are 11 general representative positions and 4 campus-tagged positions that make up the MGAEC. Some members are general representatives, while others are campus-tagged (e.g. Clayton Representative, Peninsula Representative). Those who are general reps have the opportunity to take on an office bearer position such as. Queer Officer or Research Education Officer. Campus-tagged reps can also apply for any office-bearer position except that of President.
How do nominations work?
To nominate for the upcoming elections, all you need to do is complete the Google Form via the button below and submit it by Monday, 31 March at 5:00pm. If you would like a PDF version of the nomination form you can request this from the MGA Returning Officer. It’s a good idea to read the MGA Election Regulations if you are considering running for office.
SUBMIT A NOMINATION FORM
When will the election be held?
Polling will take place between Monday, 28 April and Friday, 9 May. You will be able to vote online, with a secure voting link being sent to your student email.
How do I find out more about being on the MGAEC?
We will be running two separate information sessions via Zoom with current MGAEC members and our Returning Officer, who can fill you in on what it looks like to serve on the committee and understanding the election process. Details are as follows:
Date: Thursday, 20 March
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
REGISTER HERE
Date: Monday, 24 March
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
REGISTER HERE
You can also find out more on our Executive Committee FAQ or reach out to a current MGAEC member to ask them about their experience of being on the committee. Questions regarding the nomination or elections process can be sent to the MGA Returning Officer.
Notices
Notice of Election
Election Timeline
Constitution and Regulations
MGA Constitution
MGA Election Regulations
MGA Returning Officer
Stephen Luntz
MGA Deputy Returning Officer
Ciara Griffith
ro.mga@monash.edu
0438 667 787 or 0434 627 212