Getting Involved

How to Get Involved in the Oxford Union

Joining the Union Committee is a great way to make friends, develop new skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at Union events.

The below Michaelmas 2022 "Getting Involved" guide outlines the three main ways to get more involved in the Union: attending committees, applying for an appointed role, and running for election. It also points out the best people in each area to contact with more questions - please don't hesitate to reach out!

Visit the our term card, once available, to meet this term's committee members.

Attend a Committee

A number of committees manage the affairs of the Society, and all are open to all Members to attend.

Standing Committee

Goodman Library 16.00 every Monday
Chair - President

The Society’s governing body, Standing Committee is responsible for managing the general conduct of the Society's affairs subject to the Rules.

Consultative Committee

Goodman Library 13.15 every Monday
Chair - Chair of Consultative Committee

Gives members the opportunity to ask questions to committee members and stay up to date on the Society’s events.

Access Committee

Goodman Library 15.30 every Wednesday
Chair - Senior Access Officer

Responsible for promoting the inclusion of underrepresented groups by planning events and suggesting changes.

Finance Committee

Goodman Library 15.00 every Monday
Chair - Treasurer

Scrutinises the Union’s finances and reports its findings to the Standing Committee.

Library Committee

Goodman Library 14.15 every Monday
Chair - Librarian

Responsible for the management of the Society’s Library and for keeping the Library’s collections up to date.

Debate Selection Committee

Morris Room 12.00 every Monday
Chair - Chair of Debate Selection Committee

Manages the Union’s competitive debating, arranging training and competitions.