There are a total of 7 candidates (10 including R.O.N - Re-Open Nominations) standing in WinchSU Officer Elections 2026, for a total of 5 available posts - those posts being:
2 x Presidents (full-time, paid, also Officer Trustees)
3 x Part-Time Officers (voluntary student leadership roles)
For more details about these roles, their purpose and the elections generally please see our election information pages.
When campaigning beigins on Monday 9th March 2026 at 9am, you will find links below to pages curated by candidates standing in this election, along with their aims, objectives and promises - known collectively as their manifesto. Manifestos are also viewable on the ballot when you vote.
Ellie Waters
Olivia Wrightson
Ryan Beck
Elodie Hynd
Jacob Bavin
Theo Hayes
Patrick Stephens