Elections for certain components of the University of Guyana will be held on 2 and 3 June 2026 at the Troubiran campus in Cayenne. Students and staff are invited to vote, get involved or apply to influence university life and future decisions.
Election dates and venues
These elections are held over two separate days, depending on the component concerned.
Tuesday 2 June 2026 - 9.00 am to 4.00 pm
DFR SJE - ST - LSH
Venue: Cayenne, Troubiran campus - terrace of the university restaurant
Wednesday 3 June 2026 - 9.00 am to 4.00 pm
UFR SMS - Doctoral school
Venue: Cayenne, Troubiran campus - terrace of the university restaurant
To vote, each elector must present valid proof of identity, such as a student card or official document.
Why vote?
Voting allows you to elect representatives who take part in important university decisions. They are involved in training, student life and future projects. Your participation helps to improve teaching, living conditions on campus and infrastructure. It also helps to support innovative projects.
Who can vote?
All students and staff registered on the electoral lists are eligible to vote. These lists are displayed at the university. It is essential to check your registration before 15 May 2026 and bring proof of identity with you to the ballot boxes.
Voting by proxy: steps to follow
If you are unable to attend, you can vote by proxy. First request a form from the dedicated addresses, enclosing proof of identity. Then complete the numbered document you receive. The proxy must be registered on the same electoral roll as you.
Finally, hand in or send the completed form to the contacts indicated. The deadline is 12 noon on the day before polling day. The proxy must show proof of identity on the day.
Details of colleges and seats - Tuesday 2 June 2026
DFR SJE
- College A - Representatives of PUs, MCFs and equivalent for the Law stream: 5 seats
- College D - Representatives of administrative, technical and service staff: 2 seats
- College E - Users :
- Law department: 1 full member and 1 alternate member
- Economic sector: 1 full member and 1 alternate member
DFR LSH
- College D - All subject area: part-time lecturers (36 HETD): 1 full member and 1 alternate member
- College D - SHS field: part-time lecturers (36 HETD): 1 full member and 1 alternate member
- College F - ALL students: 1 full member and 1 alternate member
- SHS students: 1 full member and 1 alternate member
DFR ST
- College A - Research professors (PU, MCF and equivalent): 19 seats
- College B - PRAG, PRCE, contract staff, PAST, ATER, CDI, CDD, project managers: 8 seats
- College D - Administrative, technical and service staff: 3 seats
- College E - Maths-Info students: 1 full member and 1 alternate member
- SVT students: 1 member and 1 alternate
Details of colleges and seats - Wednesday 3 June 2026
Doctoral school
College of doctoral students: 3 permanent seats and 3 substitutes
UFR SMS - College B
This concerns :
- Research professors or equivalent, associate or visiting professors (MCF, MCU-PH)
- Part-time lecturers
- Other non-tenured teachers
- Researchers from public scientific and technological establishments or establishments recognised as being of public interest
- Scientific library staff
- Contract staff recruited in accordance with article L954-3 (heads of clinics, university hospital assistants)
1 full member seat to be filled
How do you vote?
On polling day, go to the polling station. Take your ballot paper and place it in the ballot box. This simple gesture allows you to participate in the democratic life of the university.
Become a candidate
You can also stand for election to your component council. If you have ideas and a vision for improving university life, now is the time to act. Nomination forms must be submitted by noon on Thursday 15 May 2026.
Submission well before this deadline is recommended.
Useful contacts
DFR LSH - Mrs Françoise ASSELAS, 2ᵉ floor, building F
electionsdfrlsh2026@univ-guyane.fr
DFR ST - Ms Anyse FARDEAU, 2ᵉ floor, building C
electionsdfrst2026@univ-guyane.fr
DFR SJE - Ms Sandrine BAUVOIR, 2ᵉ floor, building E
electionsdfrsje2026@univ-guyane.fr
Doctoral school - Ms Rachelle HO-COUI-YOUN, ground floor administration building
electionsecoledoctorale2026@univ-guyane.fr
UFR SMS - Ms Sandrine ADONIS, ground floor, Building N
electionsufrsms2026@univ-guyane.fr
Supporting candidates
You can also support candidates by taking part in their campaigns. This strengthens the democratic dynamic within the university. The greater the participation, the greater the impact of the representatives.
The elections at the University of Guyana are a key opportunity to get involved in university life. By voting on 2 and 3 June, by giving a proxy or by standing for election, you can make a direct contribution to important decisions. Don't miss this opportunity: get involved and make your voice heard now.
FAQ
When do these elections take place?
They take place on Tuesday 2 June and Wednesday 3 June 2026, from 9am to 4pm on the Troubiran campus in Cayenne.
Where do the votes take place?
The polling stations are set up on the terrace of the university restaurant on the Troubiran campus in Cayenne.
Who can take part in the vote?
All students and staff registered on the electoral roll may vote, provided they present valid identification.
How do I vote by proxy?
You need to request a form, complete it with a proxy registered on the same list, and then send it in before 12 noon on the day before polling day.
When can you apply?
Applications must be submitted to the administration by noon on Thursday 15 May 2026.
Why is it important to vote?
Voting allows you to influence decisions relating to your studies, living conditions and university projects.
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