Welcome to the Odisee Student Council
The General Student Council of Odisee, abbreviated ASR, is the student council by and for students across all Odisee campuses and represents all programs within Odisee University College. Thus, the ASR takes a broad-based position for all its students!
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The Student Council consists of a Daily Board, which is responsible for the continuity and management of the ASR, as well as a General Assembly. This has all decision-making rights and is made up of program representatives from all programs across all campuses.
Who is behind the Student Council?
The Student Council consists of two bodies, namely an Executive Board and a General Assembly.
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Departmental Board (DB)
The DB includes the president, vice president, secretary, directors communication, participation and external, student life coordinator and finally the four campus presidents. They meet weekly. The Executive Board can take decisions in case of urgency, if the GA can no longer be convened in time. The DB reports on this in writing or orally at the next General Assembly. The DB thus coordinates the internal workings of the Student Council.
General Assembly (GA)
The GA consists of the members of the Executive Board and all elected Student Representatives from all programs across all campuses. It meets a minimum of five times per academic year. At least two regular meetings are held each semester. There is a special election meeting in May.
The General Assembly is responsible for the election procedure, mandating Student Representatives for the various mandates and outlining policy principles.
Decisions are made by a simple majority. Decisions relating only to either group are made by the students of the respective group. Changes to the operating rules, electoral rules or participation rules require a three-fourths majority. The final exclusion of a member also requires a three-fourths majority.
Interested in joining the Student Council?
Do you want to help build the future of your college or campus? Do you also want the voice of your fellow students to be heard? Or would you rather help determine Odisee's policy? Then the Student Council is looking for you!
Each academic year around April elections are held for the next academic year. You can apply to become a program representative and/or campus president. When you have been elected as program representative by your fellow students, then you can choose whether you also stand for election to the Executive Committee of the Student Council as a director. More info can be found below!
Student Council Projects
The ASR is in the business of representing students day in and day out, but it has also accomplished many great projects. Discover them below!
ASR weekend 2025: Growing together, enjoying together
From February 28 to March 2, 2025, our annual ASR weekend took place at Hoeve Oswald, near Sint-Niklaas. Student representatives from all campuses gathered for three days filled with meetings, reflection, and fun. This year, we were pleased with an impressive turnout, with not only many student representatives but also the presence of several members of the administration, who surprised us with a delicious homemade spaghetti night!
The weekend kicked off with unpacking groceries and suitcases together, followed by a warm welcome. After that, the pace picked up quickly with fun board game nights, sports activities, nature walks, lively discussions during meetings, and deep conversations late into the night. The entire weekend focused on team building and connection.
We got to know each other beyond the formal meetings through games, meals, conversations, and collaboration. We discovered each other’s cultures, passions, and motivations. Most importantly, we left with renewed energy and new friendships. Each year, the ASR weekend showcases the power of collaboration and student engagement.
Want to join us next year? Become a part of the General Student Council and experience this unique adventure!
Week of Diversity and Inclusion: Mindful Scrolling and Being Proud of Who We Are
During the Week of Diversity and Inclusion from March 31 to April 4, 2025, the Student Council, in collaboration with Stuvo and the Inclusion Coordinator of Odisee, organized the "Scrol Slim" workshop, an eye-opener on the impact of social media on our self-image. We discussed algorithms, filters, and the pressure of online perfection and received practical tips on how to scroll more consciously and with greater self-confidence.
Additionally, the Student Council was one of the driving forces behind the ‘This Is Who We Are!’ campaign. Students and staff submitted heartfelt testimonies about something they are proud of: a talent, a bond with someone, a quality, or a group they belong to. These stories were displayed across all campuses to celebrate the diversity of people and stories within our institution.
Student Council Alliance Odisee–Artevelde
From September 2026, Odisee and Artevelde will form an integrated university of applied sciences. This also means that the student councils will collaborate and integrate more closely. To prepare for this integration, we developed an action plan this year in collaboration with the Student Council of Artevelde University of Applied Sciences.
The kick-off of the integration project with the Student Council of Artevelde started during the first semester of the academic year 2024-2025. During this time, we came together to plan the approach we would adopt.
Throughout the second semester of the academic year 2024-2025, several working sessions were organized in which we reviewed the current functioning of both student councils. We discussed, among other things, the composition of the student councils, available facilities, the election process, and the structure of student representation at the program level.
Furthermore, as a student council, we also had input into the design of the mission and identity of the new hogeschool. For this reason, we organized a workshop on Saturday, March 1, 2025, during our Student Council weekend, together with the General Director of Odisee, the Director of Student and Talent at Odisee, and the Director of Student Experience at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences.
Balanced Exam Schedule 2022
We help monitor that exam schedules are balanced, and also take into account all students. This way you get maximum chances to succeed!
Fair Study Costs 2022
Software that is less useful? Books you don't need? From the ASR, we sit around the table and remind teachers and principals to thoroughly analyze the materials to be purchased and require only the necessary. That way you don't pay too much. In collaboration with STUVO's social services department, this resulted in an updated overview of all training-specific costs.
Going Out Without a Worry
The ASR is in close contact with the student associations in each city where we have a campus. We help build plans and agreements to organize fine and safe activities. This keeps your student time the time of your life.
Increased focus on gender and sexual diversity ay 24-25
On 14 May 2024, the student council and the college signed the GSA manifesto. This manifesto aims to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or sex.
Do you want to be part of our Odisee Community?
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11 104represented students
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6campuses
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12years of experience
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68student representatives
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