CLUB PRESIDENT - ELIJAH SWADDLE
Course and year of study:
3rd Year Mathematics
Years shooting:
3
Bow Style:
Recurve
What are you most looking forward to doing with your role?:
"I'm looking forward to stepping up into a key role of committee as previously been novice captain and equipment officer. Being on committee and helping the club develop during my time at uni has been amazing so finishing of my final year as president is very exciting."
What advice would you give a new club member?:
"I advise to newcomers to be open to asking the experienced guys lots of question whether about actual shooting or just where is a fun place to hang in Birmingham. We love to help out and get to know all the novices."
What do you enjoy most about archery?:
"I think archery is a great sport as you can come into it knowing nothing but be able to go compete against other universities. It's a great new sport for everyone!"
Favourite thing about the club:
"The club has been given me opportunity's to meet some of my closest friends at uni (and get housemates!) It's a very social and welcoming group."
Main Responsibilities of Club President
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Responsible for running the whole club, generally making sure jobs get done.
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Must make sure the club constitution and code of conduct are up-to-date followed by the club
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To chair and ensure committee meetings are run concisely and smoothly, or to delegate this responsibility when necessary.
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Making sure the required number of members of the committee attends meetings with Sport and Fitness and Club Development.
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Arrange coaching contract/arrangements.
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Responsible for completing budgets and development plans (with Treasurer and Secretary).
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Complete Sports’ Fair application.
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Deal with enquiries/complaints from members/prospective members.
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Write and deliver Agincourt speech.
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Conduct AGM (with Secretary).
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Contribute to team selection discussions with coaches (with Team Captain).