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UMSU Elections 2026: Prospective Candidates' Information Session

4/08/2026–4/08/2026

6:30 PM–7:30 PM

Room 202 (Building 168)

UMSU Elections

Thinking of running as a candidate in the UMSU Annual Elections? Come along to the Prospective Candidates’ Information Session to learn more.

This session will provide information about the election process, the Returning Officer, how to nominate and how to campaign. Everyone is welcome to attend, and you don’t need to register in advance.

Learn more about how to nominate, the positions for election and information for candidates on the UMSU Elections webpage.

For any questions, contact the Returning Officer at returningofficer@union.unimelb.edu.au.

🗓️ Tuesday 4 August, 6:30pm
📍 Room 202, Building 168, Parkville Campus

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