STUDENT ALUMNI COUNCIL
Application
Join the UBC Student Alumni Council!
The Student Alumni Council (SAC) is a student leadership program supported by alumni UBC. SAC members are students dedicated to connecting students with alumni and building lifelong connections with the UBC community.
We are seeking a diverse group of talented, enthusiastic, and committed student leaders.
Why join the SAC?
- Plan and execute unique initiatives, leaving a legacy on campus
- Mentorship opportunities with notable alumni for personal and professional development
- Develop professional skills, including public speaking, event planning, marketing, and more!
- Build your resume by gaining valuable leadership experience
- Unique networking opportunities, including with members of UBC leadership
- Represent UBC within the student body and at high-level events
- Create lasting friendships and memories with like-minded students!
What positions are available?
PRESIDENT
The SAC President oversees both the executive team and the SAC as a whole, helping each member succeed and grow as a leader on campus. Working closely with the SAC Staff Advisor, the SAC President runs all general and executive meetings, monitors committee workings, and provides direction and guidance to the SAC executive team. The President sits on the alumni UBC Advisory Council. Candidates with previous SAC experience strongly preferred.
VICE-PRESIDENT, CAMPUS PARTNERSHIPS
The VP Campus Partnerships leads a committee responsible for overseeing alumni UBC’s Campus Event Partnership program, collaborating with UBC organizations and student clubs on existing campus initiatives that build student-alumni connections. Specific responsibilities will include leading committee meetings, overseeing campus outreach, and providing guidance to the committee in reviewing applications, coordinating projects, and facilitating collaborations.
VICE-PRESIDENT, EVENTS
The VP Events leads a committee responsible for executing the SAC’s unique workshops and events for students to learn from alumni, expand their network, and learn new skills for their professional development. Specific responsibilities include leading committee meetings and providing guidance to the committee in coordinating the SAC’s events.
VICE-PRESIDENT, INTERNAL
The VP Internal leads a committee responsible for the development and engagement of all SAC members. Specific responsibilities will include leading committee meetings and providing guidance to the committee with organizing professional development workshops, social bonding opportunities, the annual SAC retreat, mentorship programs, internal documentation, and overseeing recruitment. The VP Internal sits on the alumni UBC Advisory Council.
VICE-PRESIDENT, MEDIA & MARKETING
The VP Media & Marketing leads a committee responsible for the SAC’s digital presence. Specific responsibilities will include leading committee meetings and providing guidance to the committee in creating content for the SAC’s social media accounts, including Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn, and coordinating all SAC marketing and design.
PROJECT COORDINATORS
SAC Project Coordinators will be responsible for exemplifying outstanding student leadership, executing all SAC initiatives, and attending weekly meetings. Each coordinator is part of one of the following four committees and works under the leadership of one of the VPs:
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Campus Partnerships: Facilitate alumni UBC’s Campus Event Partnership program, collaborating with partner organizations on initiatives that build student-alumni connections. This includes engaging in campus outreach via boothing at key events and facilitating collaborations with campus partners. Qualifications: Experience reviewing grants and applications, communicating with external stakeholders, and managing workflow in a team.
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Events: Create unique workshops and events for students to learn from alumni, expand their network, and learn new skills for their professional development. Past programs include alumni panels and networking events. Qualifications: Experience working in teams to organize events, managing event logistics, and communicating with external stakeholders.
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Internal: Directs the personal and professional development of SAC members. This includes organizing team building activities, internal workshops, the annual SAC Retreat, and coordinating the SAC recruitment process. Qualifications: Experience organizing professional-development workshops, facilitating team building, and recruitment / onboarding experience.
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Media & Marketing: Oversees the SAC’s digital presence. This includes coordinating SAC marketing efforts and creating content for SAC social media accounts. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit their portfolios. Qualifications: Strong communication skills, experience working in teams, proficiency with social media platforms and analytics, and familiarity with design and/or video tools (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Premiere Pro, etc.).
Important Information:
- This is a volunteer position for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- Expected time commitment is 4-6 hours per week for coordinators, though this may vary throughout the year. Executive members are expected to commit 6-10 hours per week.
- Meetings occur weekly every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm (September to November 2026 and January to March 2027). All meetings are mandatory to attend.
- Involvement in the summer (May to August) will be flexible and minimal for coordinators. There will be two general onboarding meetings and monthly committee meetings, held virtually via Zoom. Executive members are expected to commit 1-2 hours per week virtually between May and August.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Members must be registered UBC students and meet the following criteria:
- A minimum cumulative academic standing of 65% or greater
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills
- Enthusiasm for promoting and developing student-alumni connections
- Specific skills and experiences related to individual committee expectations, as outlined in position descriptions above
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including experience leading a team or overseeing programs (preferred for executive roles)
- Passion for building community, both within the SAC and the larger UBC campus.
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES:
Student Alumni Council
alumni UBC
ubc.sac@ubc.ca
