Singapore Alumni Chapter Annual General Meeting
University of South Australia Singapore Committee
- Which positions are vacant?
- How long do I serve on the committee?
- How often does the committee meet?
- How long do the committee meetings take?
- What am I expected to do on the committee?
- How many events does the committee organise?
- What are the committee objectives?
- What are the benefits of serving on the Committee?
Nominating for Committee positions
- What is the process for nominating for a committee position?
- Where can I obtain a nomination form?
- How are committee members elected?
- When do nominations close?
- Will there be a secret ballot?
- If I can’t attend the AGM can I still nominate for a position?
- If I can’t attend the AGM can I still vote for someone?
Questions?
Singapore Alumni Chapter Annual General Meeting (AGM)
What are the Alumni Chapter AGM details?
| Date: | Thursday, 16 November 2023 |
| Time: | 6.30pm - 7.00pm (SGT) |
| Venue: | One Farrer Hotel, Ballroom 1 (Level 6) Farrer Park Station Road, Singapore 217562 |
| RSVP: |
Please register online |
| Enquiries: |
If you have any enquiries regarding the event please contact |
What will happen at the AGM?
At the AGM the officers of the University of South Australia Alumni Singapore chapter and the committee members will be elected, followed by the reunion dinner.
University of South Australia Singapore Committee
Which positions are vacant?
a) President
b) Vice-President
c) Treasurer
d) Secretary
e) Committee Members
How long do I serve on the committee?
Each officer of the society shall hold office for a term of one (1) year until the second annual General Meeting after the date of his or her election, but is eligible for re-election. The Treasurer shall not be re-elected to the same post for three (3) consecutive terms of office.
How often does the committee meet?
On average the committee will meet once a month depending on upcoming events and activities. The committee is obligated to meet at least 3 times per year.
How long do the committee meetings take?
Committee meetings take approximately 2 hours.
What am I expected to do on the committee?
This will depend on the position you have chosen to undertake.
How many events does the committee organise?
The number of events organised by the committee varies each year and can include dinners, cocktail parties, networking and social events and professional development seminars.
What are the committee objectives?
The objectives of the University of South Australia Alumni Singapore are:
a) to promote the interests and profile of the University;
b) to promote and foster networking:
(i) amongst society Alumni;
(ii) between society Alumni and the University;
(iii) between society Alumni and the members of the alumni associations of universities of
Singapore and of other countries;
c) to protect, represent and advance the interests of society Alumni,
(i) amongst society Alumni;
(ii) between society Alumni and the University;
(iii) between society Alumni and the members of the alumni associations of universities of
Singapore and of other countries;
c) to protect, represent and advance the interests of society Alumni, and without limiting the
generality of the foregoing:
(i) to assist the society Alumni in their liaison with the University:
(ii) to provide information to the society Alumni regarding further education, employment
and business opportunities;
d) to promote and foster the ongoing exchange of knowledge, culture and business development
opportunities between the University and the society Alumni;
e) to undertake other activities on behalf of, or in conjunction with, the University which support
access to higher education and the dissemination of knowledge; and
f) to contribute towards the development of a caring Singaporean society and nation through such
charitable, community and other initiatives as may be identified by the society from time to
time.
What are the benefits of serving on the Committee?
- an opportunity to contribute to the University's ongoing development
- an opportunity to support the alumni committee's goals and activities
- staying in touch with what's happening at the University of South Australia
- enjoying formal and informal opportunities to meet with the Vice Chancellor, Chancellor, and other senior staff from the University
- representing the University of South Australia Alumni Singapore society at public events
- attending University and Alumni society events
- expanding your professional and personal network
- developing professional skills in leadership, teamwork, communication and management
- an opportunity to help students who are following in your footsteps
Being on the University of South Australia Alumni Singapore committee is rewarding, fun and challenging. It is also a great way to give back to the University.
Nominating for Committee positions
What is the process for nominating for a committee position?
Committee positions can only be filled by University of South Australia Alumni residing (whether on a permanent or temporary basis) in Singapore.
Alumni wishing to nominate for the committee must complete the nomination form.
The nomination must be signed by two other UniSA Alumni (Proposers) residing in Singapore.
Where can I obtain a nomination form?
You can nominate for the committee by completing the nomination form.
How are committee members elected?
As per 8.1 [c] of the Constitution, the committee positions shall be elected at the AGM.
If the number of nominations received is equal to the number of vacancies to be filled, the persons nominated shall be deemed to be elected.
If the number of nominations exceeds the number of vacancies to be filled, a ballot will held at the AGM. Only University of South Australia Alumni in Singapore will be eligible to vote.
When do nominations close?
Nominations close on Sunday 5 November 2023.
If I can’t attend the AGM can I still nominate for a position?
Yes, as a University of South Australia Alumnus, if you nominate for a position you can still be successful in winning that position even if you are not able to attend the AGM. If you are not able to attend the AGM and have nominated for a position, you will need to email the Secretary, University of South Australia Alumni Singapore Chapter prior to the meeting.
If I can’t attend the AGM can I still vote for someone?
No, all votes must be given personally.
Questions?
I have a few questions, who can I contact?
If you have any questions please email Ice Tan Secretary or Donna Montes Advancement Officer (Alumni) at the University of South Australia
