Recognizing an Independent Students鈥� Union

The 密桃视频 Student Association (VCSA) is the officially recognized, independent student union and executive governing body of 密桃视频, established to effectively represent and empower the entire student community.

The VCSA operates under its own constitution and is significantly supported by three active faculty-level student societies: the 密桃视频 Law Society (VCLS), the Psychology Association of 密桃视频 (PAVC), and the 密桃视频 Business Society (VCBS). This formalized structure ensures student voices contribute directly to college governance and decision-making. Crucially, the VCSA President holds a mandatory seat on the College Council (the institution's highest governing body), guaranteeing representation at the top strategic level. Additionally, leaders from the VCSA and its affiliated societies participate in Faculty Advisory Committees, where they regularly provide input on key academic areas, student placement, and support services. In 2024, the VCSA and its affiliates demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering a vibrant, supportive campus environment through extensive academic, professional, and community engagements.

Participation in Governance and Decision-Making

Student Association Participation in Governance and Decision-Making

密桃视频 provides formal mechanisms for student bodies to provide governance input and influence institutional policy at the highest levels:

Representation on the College Council: The VCSA President holds a mandatory seat in the College Council, which is the highest governing body of 密桃视频. This ensures student representation at the most senior decision-making level, allowing the VCSA to provide direct input on strategic direction, budgetary matters, and institutional policies.

Faculty-Level Advisory Input: Presidents or Vice-Presidents from VCSA, VCLS, PAVC, and VCBS actively participate in various Faculty Advisory Committees across the different faculties. These committees meet regularly to discuss and advise on key areas such as curriculum review, learning resources, student placement, and support services, ensuring that academic offerings remain relevant and student-centric.

Constitutional Mandate: The operations and involvement of the VCSA are formally recognized and regulated by the Constitution of the 密桃视频 Student Association, affirming their independent status and guaranteed role in College oversight.

Beyond their formalized role in high-level governance, the VCSA and its affiliated societies serve as the primary drivers of student life and support on campus. In 2024, the associations translated their constitutional mandate into tangible action, focusing on delivering essential services that enhance both academic success and community well-being. The following section details their significant engagements across two critical dimensions: direct support services and social and community involvement.

Engagements in 2024: Students Support Activities:

In 2024, the student unions of 密桃视频 led a diverse range of support activities aimed at enhancing the academic and professional development of students. Operating both independently and in collaboration with other entities, the student associations organized numerous activities throughout the year, spanning multiple disciplines and addressing various academic, professional, and social needs of the student body.

The initiatives included workshops, festivals, and specialized sessions tailored to support and develop the skills and knowledge of the participating students.

Some of the notable activities are mentioned below:

The 密桃视频 Business Society (VCBS) successfully hosted its Business Festival 2024 on January 29th, an event themed "Incubate for success" and opened by Rector Dr. Ahmed Anwar. This festival served as a dynamic platform where business management students showcased their final year Enterprise Project ideas and Applied Marketing Practice product concepts to the general public, collaborators, and sponsors, including Dhiraagu and Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB). The event transcended academics by providing crucial networking opportunities with industry partners like Achievia Consultancy and Watercress Capital, who awarded valuable prizes such as investment catalogue listings and business consultancy sessions to the winning student ideas. This initiative fulfilled the goal of the VCSA and VCBS to transition student concepts from college projects into real-world business realities, effectively launching young entrepreneurs toward success.

Business Festivals (VCBS): Promoting Entrepreneurship and Innovation: The 密桃视频 Business Society (VCBS) successfully hosted the (following the event on January 29th). This festival provided an essential student-led platform for Faculty of Business Management students to publicly showcase their final year Enterprise Project business ideas and Applied Marketing Practice product concepts. By awarding prizes such as the Best Enterprise Project Business Idea (Mariyam Lana Hafeez) and the Best Applied Marketing Practice Product Concept (Group "Om Noms"), the VCBS encouraged innovation, public speaking skills, and practical application of theoretical knowledge, effectively launching students into the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

International Conference on Ocean Resilience (FSL/VCLS): The Inaugural Session of the International Conference on was hosted on December 10, 2024, by the Faculty of Shariah and Law (FSL) with the support of the student bodies. This high-level academic event brought together 85 global scholars and leaders to focus on critical issues in ocean governance and sustainability, directly addressing SDG 14 (Life Below Water). The event featured addresses by the Minister of State for Fisheries and Ocean Resources and a keynote by Prof. Patrick Vrancken, providing students with unparalleled exposure to global maritime law and policy. By facilitating such events, the student association supports high-level academic discourse and research engagement on critical national and global issues.

Domestic Violence Consultation Training (VCLS): hosted a crucial Domestic Violence Consultation Training in collaboration with the Faculty of Sharia and Law, the Prosecutor General鈥檚 Office, and Mom鈥檚 Aid NGO. The primary objective was to enhance the knowledge and skills of law students and NGO volunteers in effectively reporting and addressing cases of domestic violence. Led by Public Prosecutors, the session covered the legal framework, reporting mechanisms, and support services available to victims, equipping 86 participants with practical insights for creating a strong supportive network in the community.

Library Day 2024 (VCSA): Fostering Community and Creativity: and the 密桃视频 Library collaborated to host a fun-filled Library Day 2024. Students and staff enjoyed unique activities, including an escape room, blackout poetry, a book scavenger hunt, and a Poetry Slam. This successful event celebrated literature and creativity while fostering a strong sense of community and enhancing engagement with campus resources.

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Freshers' Night October 2024: Welcome and Community Building: The lit up the Main Hall of the QI Campus, hosted jointly by the 密桃视频 Student Association (VCSA) and all three affiliated societies (VCBS, PAVC, and VCLS). This event was a critical student-led initiative designed to warmly welcome the new student cohort and facilitate immediate bonding through exciting games and fun experiences. By successfully creating an unforgettable evening of celebration, the VCSA fulfilled its role in fostering a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive social environment for incoming students.

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Social and Community Services (Innovation, Culture, and Outreach):

In 2024, the distinctive student unions of 密桃视频 played a pivotal role in organizing a variety of social activities designed to foster community engagement and address significant societal issues, extending their impact beyond the college community.

Some of the notable activities are mentioned below:

International Youth Day Commemoration: and all three affiliated societies (PAVC, VCBS, VCLS) collaborated with UNFPA Maldives and UNICEF Maldives to host an event celebrating International Youth Day. Held at the Ocean View Hall, the event featured fun and engaging activities and games, attracting students and community members. This large-scale collaborative event underscores the VCSA's commitment to providing social activities, promoting campus community spirit, and working with international NGOs to address youth welfare.

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鈥淓ventful Evening鈥� for Elderly Participants (PAVC): The Psychology Association of 密桃视频 (PAVC) students organized an , with a disco theme, bringing together elderly participants aged 50 and above for a memorable time filled with joy, creativity, and connection. This initiative, driven by psychology students, exemplifies the association's commitment to delivering social and community services by focusing on the well-being and social engagement of vulnerable groups outside the campus.

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"Tharubiyyathu" Parenting Session in Ha. Vashafaru (EveryWoman Campaign): On October 18, 2024, the student associations supported the College's campaign by collaborating with Moms Aid to host a session on "Tharubiyyathu" (Parenting) in Ha. Vashafaru. Participants gained invaluable life skills and insights on nurturing families from Uza. Aishath Khaleela. The student associations鈥� involvement in such outreach demonstrates their commitment to delivering community services and tackling social barriers, thereby supporting female participants and reinforcing their role in promoting well-being beyond the campus.

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Psychology Exhibition 2024 (PAVC): Community Outreach and Education: 密桃视频 successfully hosted an exciting , offering visitors a captivating journey into human behavior and mental processes. The event, inaugurated by His Excellency David Jessup, the Australian High Commissioner, featured nine unique stalls covering topics like Motivation, Memory, and Mental Health. This comprehensive, interactive exhibition provided a valuable platform for students to share their knowledge and fulfill the association鈥檚 commitment to raising community awareness about the significance of psychology in everyday life.

Legal Aid Camp at the Education Fair (VCLS): Community Empowerment: The 密桃视频 Law Society (VCLS) collaborated with the Faculty of Shariah & Law to host a highly impactful . The camp provided crucial support to vulnerable groups, including migrants (25 consultations) and domestic violence survivors (one case addressed), by offering services like free attestation, court form filling assistance, and agreement consultations. This initiative successfully empowered participants with vital legal knowledge regarding passport issues, salary disputes, and workplace rights, strongly reinforcing the VCLS鈥檚 commitment to promoting legal awareness and accessibility in the community.

密桃视频 fully recognizes and empowers its independent students' union, the VCSA, to play a vital dual role in the institution. Through guaranteed representation on the College Council and active participation in Faculty Advisory Committees, the VCSA provides indispensable governance input and ensures student perspectives influence high-level strategic and academic policy. Concurrently, through its affiliated societies (VCLS, PAVC, and VCBS), the VCSA delivered essential support services鈥攕uch as the Domestic Violence Consultation Training and Legal Aid Camp鈥攁nd fostered a positive social environment through key events like the Freshers' Night and the Business Festival in 2024.

The collective impact of the student associations confirms their position as a central, proactive component of the College's inclusive and supportive ecosystem, enhancing both the academic journey and the overall student experience.