Student Membership and Rights:

At Medicine Hat College, the Students’ Association (SA) plays a vital role in representing and supporting students’ interests. When students register for one or more courses at either the main campus or the Brooks campus, they become members of the SA by paying associated fees alongside their tuition. This membership grants students a range of valuable rights, including:

  1. Voting in all SA elections and referenda.
  2. Join any club and hold office in clubs recognized and supported by the SA.
  3. Running for positions in SA executive or council representative election.
  4. Serving on regular and special committees of the Association.
  5. Petitioning the Association, MHC Administration, or the College Board through the SA for various causes or concerns.
  6. Enjoying benefits provided by the SA, including representation and programming supported by their student fees.
  7. Participating in all recreational and athletic programs supported by the SA.

Organization Structure:

The Students’ Association operates as a Not-for-Profit organization, comprising elected students, permanent staff members, and volunteers, all dedicated to serving the student community at Medicine Hat College.

Council: Council serves as the governing body of the SA. During the summer, there are four council members, and during the school year, this number expands to six, depending on the Full Load Equivalent (FLE) of students. Elected or appointed council members play a crucial role in making strategic plans and decisions.

Executive Team: Working alongside the council is the Executive team, whose members are also elected or appointed and serve from May to May. The Executive team comprises:

  • President (reports to Council)
  • Vice President Internal (Oversees Financials & Academic Advising)
  • Vice President External (Manages Student Clubs & Advocacy)
  • Vice President Community (Events & Student Engagement)

Permanent Team Members: Supporting the Executive team are permanent staff members, including:

  • Executive Director
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Health & Wellness Coordinator
  • Brooks Campus Coordinator

These staff members provide invaluable mentorship to the Executive team, offering guidance, leveraging their experience to problem-solve, and assisting in planning for the future.