Get involved

Why join EdCo?

• Be empowered to make changes to improve student life on campus
• Learn how the College is run
• Gain valuable experience working in a team with people across the College
• Develop your leadership skills by representing your constituency group
• Shape the future of VCC for the best student experience
• Engage with the VCC community–students, faculty, staff, and administrators

What is expected of EdCo members?

• Regularly attend EdCo meetings and planning sessions
• Prepare–review meeting packages in advance and seek more relevant information
• Engage–actively participate in meetings, bring forward questions, and suggest topics for discussion
• Vote on proposals for new or revised curriculum and policies
• Become familiar with EdCo Bylaws and relevant College policies 

How to join EdCo

Education Council is made up of ten faculty members, four student representatives, five educational administrators (including one Indigenous educational administrator), and two support staff.  Faculty, students, and support staff are elected by their peers; administrators are appointed by the President.

College-wide elections are held each September/October. Additional by-elections may be held to fill vacant seats. 

Election Rules

Other Ways to Get Involved

• Attend EdCo meetings as an observer:
  EdCo meetings are public, and all members of the College community are invited to attend. Zoom links for meetings are located on the meeting agenda.

• Join one of Education Council's Standing Committees:
  Members of Curriculum Committee, Education Policy Committee, and Education Quality Committee are appointed. Check each committee's Terms of Reference for details.