Union Council
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The Union Council (UC) consists of approximately 80 members representing every class/group in Mary I. The UC is essential to the running of the Union and beneficial to the running of the College. It also helps involve students more closely in the workings of the Union and the College.
The UC has proven invaluable to the Students’ Union and is mainly used by the Union to inform students of what is happening within the college and also to get feedback from students regarding any problems, suggestions or positive aspects they have found in the College.
Members of the UC also sit on their respective Faculty Forum and represent Students’ views at Faculty level. The Vice-President/ Education Officer is responsible for co-ordinating the UC and organising the election of students to represent their classes. Feel free to make use of the UC to get your views across by approaching your class rep or an Executive Officer.
The Union Council meets every second Wednesday at 6pm.
How do I become a member of Union Council?
In order to become a member of Union Council then you need to be elected as your Class Rep. As the Students’ Union has around 3,700 students to represent across two campuses and the exec won’t get to talk to each person individually, class reps are elected, by their class through a vote, as the link between their class and the Exec.
Class Representatives (Class Reps)
If you want to become a Class Rep you need to;
- Pick up a nomination form from the Students’ Union office
- Get 25 signatures from members of your class
- Return to the completed form to the SU by the outlined date
The number of Class Representatives for each class depends on the number of students in the class;
- 1-60 Students = 1 Class Rep
- 61-120 Students = up to 2 Class Reps
- 121-250 = up to 3 Class Reps
- 251+ Students = up to 4 Class Reps
If you want more info on being a Class Rep, email Billy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Commercial Services
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MISU provides an ever developing, range of information, support and commercial services.
The MISU Office in Limerick provides a printing, laminating and binding service for students, it retails MIC branded clothing and entertainment tickets for MISU organised events as well as tickets for various nightclubs and venues around Limerick. Bus tickets for Bus Eireann can also be purchased in the office at student rate.
The MISU Office in Thurles sells entertainment tickets for MISU organised events as well as tickets for local venues in Thurles. Keep an eye out for further development of the commercial services on the Thurles campus over the 2017/2018 Academic Year!
MISU also operates a shop on the Limerick campus - ‘an Siopa’, which retails an extensive range of sandwiches, hot food, coffees, teas, confectionery, stationery and a limited number of academic text books as well as providing a Bill Pay facility for students. The shop opens during term time only and employs 8 staff.
The range of clothing for 2016/17 is displayed below. Customers can purchase items at MISU Reception. Watch out for new MIC branded clothing coming soon!
Executive Committee
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These officers meet on a weekly basis and are responsible for all detailed matters concerning the running of the Union. Things discussed at Exec meetings can range from parking to funding to regulation changes to planning of events and so on. It varies from week to week. A lot of what is discussed at UC is discussed in more detail at Exec.
The Exec are answerable to Union Council (UC) and therefore to the members of the Union, which is you – the students. The members of the Exec are here to help you; they are a friendly bunch so feel free to approach them with any questions. That’s what they’re there for.
Welfare and Equality Officer: Claire O'Neill
Hi guys Claire here, your Welfare and Equality Officer for the 2017/18 academic year. As YOUR welfare officer, I am there for you no matter how big or small the problem is! I will highlight and offer assistance with different issues in college life, such as; Mental health difficulties, LGBTA awareness, your sexual helath, your physical health and the various forms of bullying. I will be organising different events to increase awareness of these issues, and of the support services available in the college and wider community. Don't be afraid to approach me at any stage and have an amazing year in Mary I!
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Entertainments Officers: Mairéad Fitzmaurice and Katie Quirke
We want to ensure that annual events, such as Freshers Week and RAG Weekcontinue to get bigger and better.We really hope that the students will work with us to let us know what they want so that we can organise events that appeal to everyone. If you have 
any questions, ideas or opinions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are really looking forwar
d to working alongside the rest of the Executive Committee to give you an amazing year here at Mary I!
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Societies Officers : Cindy Desmond and Laura Harrison
Cindy and Laura are delighted to be your Societies Officer for the year 2017/18. Their aim is to help all societies to grow and prosper throughout the year. In order to do this, they will work to ensure that all societies have the help they need. Events such as clubs and Socs day and Clubs and Socs week will be used to encourage people to join clubs and societies. They aim to encourage all
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ocieties to hold various events which will help benefit various charities as well as the local community in Limerick.
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Postgrad Officers: Siobhan Griffin and David Loughnane
Siobhan and David represent the postgraduate cohort of students in the Students' Union as well as on various meetings throughout the year. They are looking forward to working with their fellow students and bring ideas and issues forward for discussion. They work to organise meetings and presentations for postgraduate students. They are approachable and are here to help so make sure you introduce yourself and keep up to date with their work throughout the year.
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Union Council Chair: Emma Connolly 
Emma Connolly is a Class Rep, who was elected by her fellow representatives to act as chairperson of the Union Council meetings.
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Thurles College Officer: Evan Gorrell 
Evan represents the students of the Thurles Campus on Exec and at Union Council. He works with the Students' Union and Executive Council in order to integrate the students of Thurles with the Union. He will help to organise and run Clubs and Societies days and many other events throughout the year.
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Keep up to date with all of the Exec's activities throughout the year by following their blogs here on the website and following our social media!
Oifigeach Chultúra agus Gaeilge (Irish and Culture Officer) and Clubs and Sports Officer positions have yet to be filled. A by-election will be held in the first semester, announcements of dates to follow!
MISU Staff
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The Students' Union is administered by the General Manager, Administrative Assistant and Accounts Technician.
General Manager
Dee Kennelly
061-400013 or 061-774706
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Dee looks after personnel management, planning and development, financial management and administration. She provides the elected officers with professional advice, managerial expertise and support as well as continuity within the Union.
Administrative Assistant 
Dave Cuddihy
061-400013 or 061-774739
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Dave provides administrative support to reception, office staff and Clubs and Societies. He also looks after the Students' Union website and social media platforms.
Accounts Technician
Margaret MacSweeney
061-400013 or 061-774740
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Responsible for the day-to-day running of ‘An Siopa’ and assists the General Manager with financial administration.
Reception
Claire Whelan
061-400013 or 061-204907
Working on the MISU reception desk, Claire is the first point of contact for students, staff and visitors to MISU.
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PR, Campaigns and Social Media Assistant (3rd Year Placement Opportunity)
Noelle Lynch
061-400013 or 061-204907
Assists MISU Staff and the Sabbatical Officers in preparing, running and promoting MISU campaigns and themed weeks as well as updating the MISU Social Media Platforms.
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MISU Shop Staff (Limerick)
Eadáoin O’Neill, Shop Supervisor (an Siopa)
061-204907 or 061-204303
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Responsible for the smooth running of an Siopa, MIC Limerick.
Susan, Lorraine, Charles, Geraldine, Margaret, Siobhan and Mary work with Eadáoin in an Siopa.
SU Structure
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How decisions are made
The Constitution of MISU is a binding document which has been passed by referendum of the students. It outlines the functions and objectives of MISU, indicates how goals should be achieved, how the Union is governed and how decisions are made.
Referendum
A referendum, like any referendum, is the ultimate decision making device of the SU. If you want something big to change in the SU or how it works, this is how it’s done.
A referendum can be called by the Executive Committee, Union Council or a petition from at least 15% of the Union’s membership. For a referendum to be valid, at least 10% of Union members must vote.
The Union General Meeting (UGM)
The Union General Meeting (UGM) is the supreme governing body of the SU and is held twice a semester. UGMs are open to all students to attend.
The UGM has the power to mandate Union Council and the Exec. There must be at least 5% of the Union at it for it to be quorum and actually take place.
Union Council (UC)
Union Council (UC) meets every second Wednesday and consists of all the Class Representatives (Reps) and the SU Executive Committee, although it is open to all students. This is where students can come and talk about any issues which their class is experiencing, give feedback or put forward ideas. The Exec will try to sort these issues out or at least explain why they are the way they are.
If you have a problem, it is vital for you to link in with your Class Rep who will bring it to the attention of the President, Executive Committee or Union Council.
We will achieve so much more as a Union if these lines of communication are kept open. Class Reps mandate the Exec to follow through on what happens at UC or take a certain stance on an issue to make sure they are working for the students. If we’re not doing our jobs, call us out on it!
Class Representatives (Class Reps)
Class Reps are a key link between the Executive and the general student body.
If you want to become a Class Rep you need to;
- Pick up a nomination form from the Students’ Union office
- Get 25 signatures from members of your class
- Return the completed form to the SU by the outlined closing date
The number of Class Representatives for each class depends on the number of students in the class;
- 1-60 Students = 1 Class Rep
- 61-120 Students = up to 2 Class Reps
- 121-250 = up to 3 Class Reps
- 251+ Students = up to 4 Class Reps
Class Rep training takes place once a semester
If you want more info on being a Class Rep email Billy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Executive Committee [Exec]
The Exec consists of the SU President and Vice President, six elected SU officers (elected each March) and the UC Chairperson. The Exec meets on a weekly basis throughout the year. A lot of what is discussed at UC is discussed in more detail at Exec, as well as the planning for various events. The Exec reports to Union Council and keeps the Class Reps informed of and up to date on the issues or campaigns which they are working on.