The Student Parliament at Volda University College
The Student Parliament is the highest organ of the student democracy at VUC, and we are by and for the students. We promote the students interests and rights both locally and nationally.
Join the Student Parliament for 26-27!
We need new, dedicated students who want to make an effort to make the study period in Volda as good as possible!
The Student Parliament consists of 11 representatives plus deputies from the various departments at the University College. The Parliament's Executive Committee - AU - consists of 5 students who handle the daily operations. The student democracy also has approximately 100 elected representatives at the study program level, as well as student representatives in the University College's councils, committees, and boards.
All students registered at Volda University College kan run for Studentparliament. By running in the election you can participate by expressing your opinion in important cases that affect your student life.
Student Parliament has about seven meeting a year, on Wednesdays during Democracy time from 14:15, from September to April. The meetings are open for all students.
Run for Student Parliament 2026-27!
Eleven student representatives and eleven substitutes will now be elected into Student Parliament, and the nomination period is approaching the deadline. The deadline for running is next Tuesday, September 1st!
Run for Studentparliament here: https://nettskjema.no/a/635530
After the election, the student representatives and the substitutes will attend our training weekend - 26.-27.september - at Hotel Sagafjord in Sæbø (30min away from Volda). Everything is free, and bus transport to and from the hotel is ordered. Here you will learn everything you need to know about Student Parliament and the position.
About us in the Student Parliament
Executive Committee (AU)
About the AU
Contact Information
The representatives in the Student Parliament
Who sits in the parliament from the different departments?
Our elected representatives at the study program level
Role and responsibilities Student representative handbook, submit cases, and other tools Quality committee
Student representatives in councils and committees
Students elected to various decision-making committees at HVO
Meeting documents
Agenda papers and minutes from the parliament meetings
About the Student Parliament
The structure and organization of student democracy at Volda University College
Governance document
Articles of association, election regulations, and rules of procedure
Principle program and work program
Get involved in the student community!
Vacant positions
Overview of vacant positions in the Student Parliament and other student positions at Volda University College
Buddy Week
Become a buddy!
For student organizations and student festivals
Apply for welfare funds, collaborate on activities and events, tips and tricks for board work, starting new organizations - we can help!
Booking of booth space at Volda University College
Information and guidelines
Apply to set up a booth
Booking rooms for meetings and activities
For student organizations and student groups
Booking of auditoriums and classrooms during daytime, afternoon, and evening
The Student Award
Given out every year at the start of the academic year. Nominate a student who has distinguished themselves particularly in creating a good student environment in Volda
Internationalization Award
Given out on International Day. Nominate a student organization or festival that has excelled in inclusion and diversity
Student organizations
Overview of clubs and organizations by and for students in Volda
Studentfestivalar
Engasjer deg i ein av dei mange festivalane i Volda!
The ombud for students in Volda
Independent legal advice, mediation, and information about your rights as a student
Speak Up
Report if something is not as it should be at the University College, whether it concerns the study environment, study quality, unwanted experiences, harassment, or anything else
Student welfare
Overview of the welfare services at the university college with links to everything from counseling services, accommodations, health services, courses, and events, etc.
Career guidance
Do you need advice on jobs or education? Karriereveiledning.no is a public service that offers free career guidance via chat, phone, and website. They can also direct you to career centers in your county
