The University Student Council of the University of the Philippines Diliman (Filipino: Ang Konseho ng Mag-aaral ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas Diliman) is the official student representative body of the Philippines' premiere institution of higher learning. As such, it represents the interests of the students within and outside the University. The University Student Council, also known as USC, exists to represent UP students in various affairs of the University, acting as the voice of students in the local, national, and international issues.
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University of the Philippines Diliman University Student Council
Konseho ng Mag-aaral ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas Diliman |
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Term limits | None |
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Chairperson | Mary Sunshine Reyes, Independent since October 12, 2023 |
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Vice Chairperson | Sean Kirby Latorre, Independent since October 12, 2023 |
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Seats | 32 |
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Political groups | Student Alliance for the Advancement of Democratic Rights in UP (STAND UP) 0 seats Independent 20 seats Alyansa ng mga Mag-aaral para sa Panlipunang Katwiran at Kaunlaran (ALYANSA) 5 seats |
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Committees | Secretariat (SEC) Finance (FIN) Ways and Means (WAM) Mass Media (MMC) Sports, Fitness and Health (SPOFIH) Career Assistance (CAC) Environmental Concerns (ECC) Legal Issues and Concerns (CLIC) Community Rights and Welfare (CRAW) Culture and the Arts (COCA) Gender Orgs, Frats and Soros (COFS) Basic Student Services (BSS) Education and Research (EdRes) Students with Additional Needs Services (SWANS) Safety and Security (SAS) People's Struggles (PeopStrug) Students Rights and Welfare (STRAW) Good Governance (GG) |
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Length of term | One academic year |
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First election | 1913 |
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Last election | May 16–24, 2023 |
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Last election | October 11–12, 2023 (Special Elections) |
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Next election | May 2024 |
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Student Union Building
University of the Philippines Diliman
Quezon City |
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As the highest student representative body in the university, the USC is composed of members elected amongst the student body, mandated to organize and direct campaigns and activities to defend and promote students’ rights, and improve the students’ general welfare. Furthermore, it provides direct services to the student body.