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University students’ unions: changing functions, a UK and comparative perspective

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Frank Worthington

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Abstract

In this article, we consider the functions of students' unions (SUs) through a UK case study. First, a functional classification of educational representation; wider representation; delivery of commercial services and faciliating a student community is outlined. Second, we specify a theoretical framework in terms of neo-liberalism and therapeutic ideas of education. Third, we discuss recent SU functional changes. Fourth, we interpret those changes through the theories outlined above. Our contribution to scholarship is threefold; first we study the evolution of UK SUs. Second, we apply theory to interpret these changes. Third, we generate findings that could be applied to develop a comparative international literature.

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Author(s): Guan L, Cole M, Worthington F

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Studies in Higher Education

Year: 2016

Volume: 41

Issue: 12

Pages: 2095-2109

Print publication date: 01/12/2016

Online publication date: 03/03/2015

Acceptance date: 05/01/2015

Date deposited: 17/07/2018

ISSN (print): 0307-5079

ISSN (electronic): 1470-174X

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/03075079.2015.1010076

DOI: 10.1080/03075079.2015.1010076

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