About EC Students' Association
EC Students' Association is here to represent all students at Edinburgh College, which means what we do changes to suit the needs of students.
Mostly it's about ensuring students have the best experience at college. That can be working on big issues that affect everyone, like how much money you have in your pocket. It can also be about commenting on the standards of facilities, teaching spaces, or the quality of food on campus.
The EC Students' Association tag line is "Powered by students, driven by values, committed to better" and that really is our mantra. The elected student officers (Adam, Caitlin and Sukinder) are the student voice when it comes to representing you in and out of the boardroom, but it doesn’t stop there. We work on a one-to-one basis with many students who walk through our office doors, on a range of issues including:
- Bursary and childcare payments
- Academic & disciplinary appeals support
- Providing free condoms and sanitary products
If you feel like you need help, pop into any of our offices or drop us an email and we will do what we can to help. Don’t be shy, EC Students' Association exists to make things better for you as a student!
We also run lots of activities throughout the year that are fun and all about giving you great experiences & opportunities, such as:
- Freshers' Week
- Class Rep Meetings
- Community Fridges on campus
- Societies and Activities
- Elections of Student Officers
EC Students' Association can make big changes, but we're a small team representing thousands of students, and we can't do it without your help. So what are you waiting for?! Come and get involved, volunteer, take part and have fun!
Governance
EC Students' Association is a Scottish registered charity (SC028544), which means we are ultimately overseen by a Board of Trustees. Their responsibility is to ensure good governance, that we're administered effectively, and that we're operating within the law. You can read and download our Constitution here.
Our Board of Trustees are:
Adam Lowe - Chair of Trustees & Full-Time Officer Trustee
Adam represents the voice of students at the highest level in Edinburgh College, campaigning to make change with a specific focus on improving Education for students, and the overall student experience.
Sukinder Landa - Full-Time Officer Trustee
Sukinder campaigns for all things welfare at Edinburgh College, arranging wellbeing fairs and mental health check-ins with students, as well advocating for diversity and inclusion across all campuses.
Caitlin Whitson - Full-Time Officer Trustee
Caitlin is passionate about ensuring the student experience at Edinburgh College isn’t just based in the classroom. She runs our engagement programmes, including leading on clubs & societies.
Heather Innes - External Trustee & Vice Chair
Heather joined our Board as an External Trustee in February 2023 and acts as the Vice Chair. She is currently the Representation & Democracy Coordinator at Heriot-Watt University Student Union. From 2022-23 she was the President of the Highlands & Islands Students' Association at UHI.
Kirsten Koss - External Trustee
Kirsten Koss is passionate about widening access to tertiary education. She has experience working with Education Scotland as a Student Team Member, and has also been an Associate Trainer with sparqs. In 2021-22 she was the Depute President of North East Scotland College Students’ Association.
Garry Quigley - External Trustee
Garry Quigley joined EC Students' Association as an External Trustee in February 2023. As a former student president at the University of West Scotalnd, Garry continues to have a passion for improving the lives of students. With an extensive career background in research, auditing, and public affairs, he hopes to use his skills and experience to advance the work of EC Students' Association and improve the student experience for all those studying at Edinburgh College.
Dean Reilly - Student Trustee
Dean is a Professional Cookery student, currently studying at Milton Road Campus. He has experience in campaign work, fundraising and strategic planning. He is passionate about making a difference for students and ensuring that the Students' Association reaches its goals.
We also have another Student Trustee position which is currently vacant (recruiting now).