
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 regular professional development workshops, social bonding opportunities, the annual SAC retreat, and overseeing member 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 social media presence. Specific responsibilities will include leading committee meetings and providing guidance to the committee in creating digital content for the SAC’s social media accounts, including Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn, and coordinating all SAC marketing.
PROJECT COORDINATORS
SAC Project Coordinators will role model outstanding student leadership, execute all SAC events, and attend 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 existing campus 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 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 create events, managing all 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, the annual SAC Retreat, and coordinating the SAC recruitment process. Qualifications: Experience organizing professional-development workshops, social events, and onboarding.
- Media & Marketing: Oversees the SAC’s social media presence & digital image. This includes coordinating SAC marketing and creating content for the SAC social media accounts. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit their portfolios. See below for specific positions:
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Marketing Coordinator: Supports marketing efforts by managing promo requests, tracking analytics, scheduling posts, and drafting engaging captions. Qualifications: Strong communication skills, proficiency in social media platforms and analytics tools (e.g., TikTok Studio, Instagram Insights).
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Graphic Designer: Creates visuals for marketing campaigns, conducts research, and provides videography and photography support for events as needed. Qualifications: Proficient in Canva, strong visual design skills per branding identity, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
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Video Coordinator: Handles filming, editing, and scriptwriting for video content, and provides videography and photography support for events as needed. Qualifications: Proficient in video editing software (CapCut, Premiere Pro), strong creative and storytelling skills, and knowledge of TikTok trends.
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Important Information:
- This is a volunteer position for the 2025/2026 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 6-8 hours per week.
- Meetings occur weekly every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm (September to November 2025 and January to March 2026). 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