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elections 2012
EXECUTIVE OFFICER CANDIDATES
ACCOMMODATION AND COMMUNITy officer
Sian Green Be Keen, Vote Green! Experience • • • • • • • •
JCR President 2010/2011 Elections Committee 2010/2011 Union Councillor 2010 - 2012 Ladies Cricket Vice Captain 2011/2012 CAtCH Campaigner 2011/2012 CAtCH Campaign Organiser 2011/2012 South-African Society Treasurer 2011/2012 NUS Delegate 2011/2012
Change • • • •
Introduce expiry dates on University cards to guarantee discounts Implement a ‘Housing Week’ for students to gain advice on all housing issues Increase pressure on the Council to eradicate parking permits Ensure the Hopper Bus service is reliable and more frequent on weekends
ACCOMMODATION AND COMMUNITy officer
Nick Redfern
You Could Have It So Much Better Experience • • • • • • • •
Vice Chair of SU Council, Physics Course Rep, Societies Exec IT Officer, Treasurer of Nottingham University Labour Students, The Mic & Dark Celluloid, Vice Chair of NULS, Secretary of High Soc. Delegate to Unite Young Members Conference Attended the Nottingham City Council committee for Bridge, Dunkirk and Lenton to provide a student voice.
Change • Provide an online forum for local issues to be raised. • Campaign against the council’s unfair parking charges. • Campaign against the university giving parking notices to cars parked off campus at Sutton Bonington. • A better feedback system on food in halls. More flexible hall moving dates.
ACTIVITIES OFFICER
Sam Dodgin Not Dodgin’ the issues Experience • • • • •
Lenton and Wortley JCR 07/08 University Challenge ‘09 German Department SSFC Rep 09/10 URN Committee 11/12 Compered SU Performance Stage at Fresher’s Fair ‘11
Change • • • • • •
Fairer allocation of space and resources Better advertisement of societies outside of Fresher’s Fair and Refresher’s Fair Better co-operation between societies More promotion of Student Run Services More support to help societies gain sponsorship Revitalise the CD & Record Library
ACTIVITIES OFFICER
Daniel Elia Daniel the Manual Experience • Social Secretary of Cavendish Halls • Coordinated events with all different societies ranging from sports societies to academic societies and Karnival. • Officially arranged hall events and formals in every hall on and off campus as part of a student union contract.
Change
• Events – increase the variety of student run events, cheaper deals/better acts. • Finance – train societies to manage finances and better utilise budgets. • Communication – improve the way societies communicate with each other/university. (new online events/communication system) • Capacity – increase participation in society events, increasing growth and storage. • Publcity – assist societies with publicity (newsletter)
ACTIVITIES OFFICER
Michelle Mcloughlin
Think Different.
Experience • Karnival Executive 2011 – Publicity & Promotions • Karnival Representative 2010 • Member of History, Dance and Yoga societies • Marketing Internship • Volunteer in SU Mental Health campaign • Fundraised for & climbed Mount Kilimanjaro • Millennium Volunteer
Change • THINK your voice being heard - with events like Summer Party & GradBall. • THINK publicity – helping societies and SRS’s to be seen, keeping you in the know. • THINK more money – funding proportionate to the fees increase and fairer distribution. • THINK opportunities - increased involvement, regardless of campus, ability or experience.
ATHLETIC UNION
Jonny ‘JB Sports’ Bell
Vote Jonny ‘JB Sports’ Bell for Athletic Union. Experience • • • •
Rugby League Social Sec 10/11 Rugby League General Sec 11/12 Karnival Rep 10/11 Week One Rep 10/11
Change • • • • • • •
Fixed date for kit orders Ensure the integration and improvement of IMS Continue the extension of varsity and include more sports Increase access to strength and conditioning centre Nuture all members of AU whether elite or not Increase awareness of NU2Sport Enhance international and postgraduate students opportunities to play sport
ATHLETIC UNION
Taryn Belcher-Brown
Solidarity through Sport Experience • Captain of school Netball team • • • • •
Played at East Regional level IMS involvement – playing, officiating 3/4/5 Coach of Uni Netball Team: planning and coaching to over 30 girls Currently First Team and Club Captain giving me opportunity to be part of running a successful club Coaching for the NU2 Sport Scheme getting more people active and into sport whilst coaching for a Back to Netball scheme.
Change • SOLIDARITY through a positive relationship between IMS and AU enabling further development. • SOLIDARITY through fairer distribution of funding and support. • SOLIDARITY by giving more publicity to a wider variety of sports. • SOLIDARITY via progression on a whole club level. • SOLIDAIRTY by lobbying for an easier release of sporting students on Wednesday
ATHLETIC UNION
Alex Dakin Happy Days for your AU! Experience I have a massive passion for both sport and this University, making this role my dream role. I am the Badminton President which has over 300 members and is in the top 5 most achieving clubs in the AU. This gives me a great insight into participation and performance in sport which is massively important to me. I am an open day tour guide which gives me the opportunity to encourage prospective students to join our great University. I am extremely motivated to get as many people involved in sport as possible for them to enjoy it as much as I have!
Change I wish to reduce the sports membership fee as I am aware that it is a barrier to participation. Also I would like to improve the overcrowded gym facilities at uni park and jubilee campus. Also I want to improve the recruitment process to ensure we get the best sporting talents.
ATHLETIC UNION
Hew Williams
HEW 4 AU – Good Call Experience
Committees: • Tri Campus Games Organising Committee 2012 • NUCC President & Captain 2011/12 • ChemSoc Committee 2011/12 • Science Ball Committee 2012 • NUCC Social Sec & Captain 2010/11 • Organising Committee of Aid Work Charity FACE-FAW 2007/08 Other Experience: • 3 years of simultaneous International, University and IMS level sport • Town Vs Gown & Alumni sports weekend 2012 liaison • Active member of multiple sports clubs at University
Personal Achievements: • GB Team for 2011 World University Games • AU Gold Award Winner 2010/11 • University & National/Government (TASS) sports bursar 2010/11 • 5th Place Senior British Championships 2012 – Speed Skating • Part of Impact & NUBC Guinness World Record attempt • 3 years of simultaneous International, University and IMS level sport • Town Vs Gown & Alumni sports weekend 2012 liaison • Active member of multiple sports clubs at University
Change More input from the people who participate Increase IMS participation Lobby for better facilities that reflect what the students want (across campuses, satellites and at grove farm) Rearrange how money is spent on performance clubs to give maximal support More support for non-BUCS clubs
DEMOCRACY AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Luke Mitchell
He won’t let you down Experience • • • • • • • • • •
NUS delegate (2012) Union Councillor (11-12) CU rep (11-12) Elections Committee (11-12) Jubilee Funday Co-ordinator (2011) Union Councillor (10-11) JCR President (10-11) JCR Presidents’ Committee (10-11) NUBC men’s rowing (2010) Member of NUCU and Gliding Club
Change • • • • • •
Improve accessibility of decision making process. Take 10 (rather than 9) delegates to NUS conference. Provide support and clear guidelines for our AMAZING media SRS’s. Help JCR Presidents provide the best representation for their students. Maintain support for SB Guild/JCR. Increase awareness of councillors/reps so YOU know who’s representing you.
DEMOCRACY AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Gareth Willcox
Who cares? You should. Experience
I have been a Course Rep for 2 years and I am now the School Rep for Physics‌ TBC
Change No idea yet, need more information to honestly answer this section
EDUCATION OFFICER
Matt Styles learn fresh
Experience Committees/positions: • Course Rep 2009-12 • School Rep 2010-12 • Student Support Committee 2010-12 • Academic Appeals and Offences Committee 2009-12 • National Student Survey Partnership 2011-12 • Science Faculty NSS Committee 2012 • CompSoc Academic Sec 2011-12 • 7 NUS Conferences • Dozens of other committees/societies/clubs!
Change Vote Styles for: • Better campus wireless. • Quicker and more personalised feedback on exams/coursework. • More student input on university committees.
Changes made: • Worked to revitalise personal tutoring within the school. • Implemented feedback checking mechanisms to track timing and quality of written feedback. • Worked towards 24/7 lab opening. • Organised the school’s first ever careers fair. • Created centralised online CompSci careers workspace. • Pushed for more use of electronic coursework submission. • Increased student representation on committees. • Passed numerous motions for change at SU Council. • Lower postgrad fees, and increase in 10% Nottingham graduate fees discount. • More effective personal tutors. • Better year abroad and placement support. • Extended holiday library hours.
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Abi Alcock Abi Alcock For the road ahead. Experience • • • • • • •
On three committee for the ‘Big Ask’ 11/12 Campaigns Officer LGBT committee Ran LGBT Office ‘11 10/11 Campaigns Officer for LGBT committee 10/11 Campaigns Officer for Women’s Network committee NUS LGBT conference delegate ’10 2 x NUS LGBT Activist Training Day
Change Get health care student more involved with a the SU Health campaign and work with Cripps on reaching certain groups of students. Help networks and societies collaboration Continue to work on Homophobia in Halls
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Charlie
Think what I can do for you! Experience Welfare Rep, Raleigh Park 10/11 Campaigns: • Promoted safe sexual health through free condoms, and Healthy U. • Healthy eating and budgeting campaign for freshers. Week One Rep, Raleigh Park 11 Understand the support and information that needs to be available to ALL freshers in their first week. Listened to freshers’ interests and organised a netball and hockey team. PsychoSoc Publicity and Communications officer 11/12 Enhanced ability to contact a wide range of people and the importance of being available and open to feedback. Student Ambassador 11 Nightline Publicity Team 12
Change • Further enhance the profile of representational officers and issues faced by student networks/ groups and satellite campuses • Promote mental health awareness and Student advice services available • Improve structure of Welfare reps’ roles and their relations to SU • Fees rising: Consult students and University on the impact upon student experience and teaching
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Joanne Dawson
Your welfare. My concern. I’m in it to win it, for you. Vote Joanne Experience • Welfare officer for UoN Labour Students facilitating involvement. • Promoting UoN Labour Students at Freshers Fair. • Publicising events. • A project leader helping to set up and run the new Mental Wealth project to challenge stigma and provide social opportunities. • A Public Governor for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust representing Nottinghamshire County members and service users.
• Volunteer work with brain damaged individuals and the elderly aiding communication and social interaction. • Experience of the impact of disability and mental health in the student population and the challenges they face academically. • Raised awareness with academic and support staff of issues faced by disabled students.
Change Raise the profile of my role to ensure all students get maximum benefit. Provide the opportunity for online feedback on any issues affecting students. Liase with academic staff on disability issues. Ensure societies and activities are accessible to everyone, creating a buddy system. More flexible parking for disabled students.
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Mike Dore
Want more? Vote Mike Dore Experience • Course Welfare Representative • Karnival Executive 2011 • Contact Director – in charge of charity funding, volunteering and providing trips/activities for the elderly, teenagers, hospital patients, disabled children • Mental Health Campaign Volunteer • Antony Nolan Bone Marrow Foundation Volunteer • UCAS Student University Tour Guide • Karnival Representative 2010 • Millennium Volunteer • Nursing Home Care Assistant • Hospital Ward Volunteer • Machu Picchu – Peru Team Leader 2011 • Vietnam/Cambodia Meningitis Charity Cycle Team leader 2010
Change • • • • •
MORE money advice - help finding you part-time jobs MORE support for students – online student forum MORE awareness of sexual health MORE campaigns for LGBT, women’s, BME, disabled, mature students, international networks MORE support for your mental health - exam stress, eating disorders, self esteem
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Elliott Reed Experience • LGBT Officer 11/12 – representing all LGBT students within UoNSU, Chair of LGBT Network Committee, voting Students’ Union Councillor • LGBT Social Sec 10/11 – active member of Committee which won NUS LGBT Society of the Year, introduced exciting and innovative new events, significantly raising student engagement • Campaigned during the Big Ask • NUS LGBT Conference Delegate 2011 & 2012 • 3 NUS Activist Training Events - workshops attended include: sexual health, equality and campaigning for change • NUS Mental Health Training Day - trained on various mental health issues which face students and how best to tackle them. • NRH Welfare Training Day
Change
• Lobby for a night-time bus service to ensure students get home to campus/Lenton/Beeston safely, throughout the week. • Actively campaign on issues surrounding student mental health as well as publicising Support Services. • Form an Equal-Opportunities Committee comprised of Exec and Rep Officers, increasing Exec/ Rep Network engagement. • Increase sexual-health screening and advice.
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Matt Wilks Wilks for Welfare! Experience • English Society Welfare Rep – Ensured freshers settled in through successful coffee morning, created a survival guide to freshers week, English help drop-in sessions • New Theatre Exec – Looking after all front of house issues and rotas, which takes serious organisation and people skills! • Special Recognition Award – Special recognition of work within the Theatre • Student Ambassador – working to widen participation to make university an option for students of all backgrounds • Member of the ‘Mental Wealth’ scheme • Crocus Cafe Volunteer • Impact Magazine Contributor
Change • Ensure students get the best deal under council plans to force students to live in designated areas • Increase non-alcohol and daytime events during freshers week • Liaise better with JCR welfare reps • Completely revamp pastoral care • Student safety, especially campus lighting and the crossing at faraday road
EQUAL OPPS AND WELFARE officer
Andrea Pilava
To receive the baton in facing the challenges of social justice and environmental protection. Experience President of People and Planet Society, a SEEN society which campaigns on environmental and social issues.
Change • • • •
Steer SU policies towards the values of ethicality and environmental consideration. Work with SEEN societies; ensure their campaigns remain at the forefront and benefit from the SU. Raise awareness and engage students on environmental and social justice issues. Contribute to the development of a sustainable campus.
FINANCE & SERVICES OFFICER
Anil Parmar
Vote Parmar for FSO ‘Quality in Everything I do’ Experience • • • • • •
ChemSoc President 2011-2012 ChemSoc Vice President 2010-11 First Year Rep 2009-2010 Chairman of the Science Ball Committee 2011-2012 Founder of the Ethiopian Outreach Project in Science (Ongoing) Market Bar Rep 2011-2012
Change • Improve the student experience at Mooch and the Den by finding out what student’s WANT from there and delivering it. • Offer better I.T help for students in need of it across campus. • Continue to push better movement of money through society accounts to ensure money is best spent.
FINANCE & SERVICES OFFICER
Jonathan Stimmler
In a recession you need Stimmulation Experience
• Treasurer of Ancaster Hall JCR 10-11 – part of a very successful JCR which provided newspapers, sports equipment, put on after formal parties, pub quizzes, a booze cruise, cinema night at the Savoy as well as a casino night for new fresher’s during week. All of this whilst maintaining a healthy surplus on the budget. • Treasurer of Politics Society 11-12 – events included a pub quiz, trip to Westminster, Booze Cruise and in cooperation with other societies the Gaza Debate (with Debating Union, Palestinian Jewish and Israel) Humanities Christmas Party, We also have planned a Euro Trip for the Easter holidays
Change I have three main policies 1. Improvements to the grant system 2. Helper packages for smaller societies who struggle financially 3. Improving the SU facilities particularly the Den, to encourage its use as venue by students
PRESIDENT
Dexter Morgan
Tonight’s the night ..... and it’s going to happen again and again, has to happen. Experience I simply want to make our own small corner of the world a much neater and happier place. We have always been drawn to Ocean, but it is an unnatural setting for us. Tides, currents, waves, wind, each presenting their own hazards; None of which can be ignored. The slightest lapse of judgment could be a mistake you never recover from, but a good sailor doesn’t fight against these elements. A good sailor works with them, using them to his advantage; while others less fortunate might be forever cast a drift, often in several pieces, he always comes home safely.
Change Huge cuts to funding have potential to kill diversity. Students don’t want to be left in the dark, passengers to the process. I’ll Integrate cutting edge communication and a Fraternity / Sorority system. In our new path we need to explore new rituals, evolve. With nothing left off the table.
PRESIDENT
Amos Teshuva
An S U for You
Experience Week one Coordinator 2012 NUS Delegate 2011-12 JCR President 2010-11 Chair of President’s Committee 2011-12 Week one rep 2011-12 Reserves Pot Committee 2011-12 Active member of SU council 2010-12 NUFC 2010-12
Change • Your ideas, your union, your policy – An e-petition system which enhances your involvement in the university’s future • Derby Road Hopper stop • Safe Taxi Scheme • Get Campuses connected – Wifi in all halls • Cash on Campus • Lead the charge against AU cuts
PRESIDENT
Amina Vora
“GOING for GOLD TOGETHER” Experience • • • • • • •
Member of Youth Council/Youth Parliament. Young Enterprise Area board member. Executive member of African Student Association, Oregon State University. Campaign Manager for ASOSU President – Tonga. Charity week Head Co-ordinator. International Student Association Executive - ASOSU Black, Minority Ethnic Representative Officer.
Change • • • • • • • • •
INVOLVEMENT Making YOU a part of the decision making process. REAL TIME FEEDBACK Rate lectures and seminars almost instantly. Be in control of your education. ACCOUNTABILITY Open surgery – a day every week of ME finding out what YOU want? STUDY WITH EASE Expanding our libraries! CHEAPER PRINTING
PRESIDENT
Mengchao ‘George’ Ye
YES YE CAN 2012: CHANGE COURGE CHARISMA. IN GEORGE YE WE TRUST AND BELIEVE IN! Experience
REPRESENTED THE UNIVERSITY AT VARIOUS NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ACTIVITIES, SUMMER SCHOOL, CONFERENCES ETC. I WAS ALSO EXEC MEMEBRS FOR A FEW STUEDENT SOCIETITES WITHIN NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY.
Change I WILL SINCERELY HOPE TO CARRY OUT MY CAMPAIGN POLICY AND IMPLEMENT PROACTIVE STUDENT REPRESENTATION. DECENT, DOWN-TO-EARTH REPRESENTATION REQUIRES ONE TO CAREFULLY LISTEN TO THE VOICES OF THE STUDENT POPULATION AND ACTIVELY APPORACH AND SUPPORT STUDENTS AT ALL LEVELS OF CONTACT. I HOPE MY CAMPAIGN WILL REGENERATE THE TRUST STUDENTS GIVE TO THIS EXECUTIVE BODY
REPRESENTATIONAL OFFICER CANDIDATES
BME OFFICER
Shabina Raja
Time for real representation! Experience • Palestinian Society University of Nottingham Committee member. 2010-present. • NUS Black Students’ Campaign Winter Conference Delegate for Nottingham. 2011. • Unite Against Fascism Conference delegate for Nottingham. 2012. • Attending Black Women’s Conference 2012 for Nottingham • Organised many international peace and justice events across campus. • Member of UNISON the Union. • Worked with Wolverhampton City Council on several youth projects. • Local community organiser. • Campaigned to get University of Nottingham to ensure all its contracts were ethical and environmental.
Change • Challenging racism, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism and discrimination in all forms. • Run a campaign to get students more involved in elections-helping them understand how elections affect them! • Fight to keep representational officer positions - underrepresented students need representation! • Challenge cuts to education which have a massive impact on Black students
DISABLED STUDENTS’ OFFICER
Sarah Martin Experience • Vice President Willoughby Hall • Vice President High Society • National Liaison Officer for Nottingham Trainee Solicitors’ Group - represented the interests, views, and rights of local trainee solicitors at national meetings and conferences of the Trainee Solicitors Group (like the SU but for trainees) and promoted awareness of the NTSG at local and national level. At the time the TSG changed and merged with another group to form the JLD and I was actively involved in the transition, gave regular updates to trainees and was a point of reference for them. • Currently a Trustee of Nottingham MS Therapy Centre
Change • To combat stigma and prejudice against all forms of disability. • Raise awareness of hidden and fluctuating disabilities in the university • Support the relaunch of the Disabled Students’ Network and raise it’s profile amongst all students. • Provide support for students moving from full-time education to employment.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OFFICER
Iman Leanora Gaehwiler 100% International Experience -2010/2011 Course Rep - International Media and Communications Studies -2011/2012 Course Rep -2011/2012 School Rep -2011/2012 Prizes and Awards Committee -2011/2012 Students Union Councillor I have lived in Hong Kong, Austria, Switzerland and the UK, which has enabled me to meet many exciting people and learn about various cultures. Throughout my year as a School Rep I have gained a lot of experiences. I have become more outgoing, approachable and developed my inter-
Change - To encourage diversity and integration not only among international students, but the entire student body. - Promoting cross-cultural events on the various campuses. - To encourage mentoring (“buddy scheme�, holiday fostering). - Storage space more accessible for International students during the holidays. - Providing Freshers with more pre-arrival information.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OFFICER
Claire Belilos
Vote for me, I’m Dutch! Experience
• I’ve been part of an international community since the age of 6, having grown up in Singapore and China, attending an international school in The Hague and I am currently spending a year abroad in France • I was President of my school’s Student Council, I was the class representative for First Year Politics and International Relations • I was an active member of Model United Nations, having attended over 10 conferences and
Change • • • •
To make true our University’s promise of being an ‘international university’. To create a far more international community by uniting our different international societies To integrate international students (including exchange students) into Nottingham’s community To further promote the different cultures our University has to offer
LGBT OFFICER
Bez
Simply The Bezt Experience • • • • •
LGBT Female Welfare Officer 2011/12 LGBT Bi Rep 2011/12 NUS LGBT Conference Delegate 2011 University of British Columbia’s PrideUBC - Outreach and Publicity Co-ordinator 2012 Committed attendee of SU Council
Change • Campaigns sub-committee who meet regularly, easy for all students to get involved with. • Up-to-date website, with information and resources especially for LGBT students who may not be active in the Network. • A Positive Space training scheme to create and signpost LGBT-friendly areas on campus. More info: (http://positivespace.ubc.ca/)
LGBT OFFICER
Olly Pendall
Free Unicorns for every voter!... Subject to the availability of Unicorns‌ Experience My tenure this year as an LGBT general committee member has given me a great deal of experience in LGBT matters. The beauty of general committee is that it gives you the opportunity to dabble in and observe many areas of the LGBT Network including campaigns, welfare, management & social events. Effective leadership relies heavily on one’s ability to combine the strengths and weaknesses of those around them into a cohesive, effective force. I believe that my experience on committee so far, combined with my many years leading in the Scouting Association gives me the aptitude necessary to achieve this.
Change - - - - -
More alcohol-free events More involvement with SB students Involve more non-committee with welfare and campaigns Maintain the high standards of the LGBT Network that members expect and deserve. Investigate the introduction of a buddy system to help integrate new members and maintain attendance.
MATURE STUDENTS OFFICER
Phil Bagg
To give the mature students a voice and to make sure their needs are represented. Experience This year I have become a course rep, I have only been in this position for a few months, but I am currently trying to find new ways to help students on my campus, the Graduate Entry medicine campus in derby to integrate with main campus and to get involved in more activities & Societies at the university.
Change I would like to publicize the Mature student’s network. To make all mature students aware of us, what we do and organise more events, activities & socials for mature students. Also, ensure that the university is flexible and provides the help we may need when it comes to matters such as childcare.
MATURE STUDENTS OFFICER
Charlie Cox Experience I have no experience so far but I want to get involved and help make a difference to mature students experience at university. I have regularly attended Mature Student Association meetings and contributed with ideas and plans. I now want to take this further through a more active role in the Association and Student Union.
Change Formalise the structure of the Mature Student Association: a committee and representative system. Create links which aid pastoral care, addressing mature students’ issues more effectively and specifically. Offer a range of social activities and links to societies to aid comfortable integration into University life and to meet new people.
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS OFFICER
Reuben Kirkham
Experience Counts. Experience
My experience includes… • Attending SU Executive Committee as an Officer • Director of Palatinate (Union Newspaper) • SU Network Chair • NUS Conference Delegate • Postgraduate Representative in SU • Already an SU Representational Officer • Launched a pilot project to employ Postgraduates on Placement to improve our SU.
• Member of SU Council • Organised International Event involving 2000 people which attracted National Press coverage. • Employed as Academic Researcher at the University of York • Faculty Representative • Board of Studies Representative • Frontrunner Graduate • Worked with Obama Administration
Change • Represent EVERY Postgraduate Student, irrespective of who they are, or if they are taught or a researcher. • Ensure value for money whilst fighting course cuts and fee rises. • Make the Postgraduate Officer be on the SU Executive. • Expand the PGSA, with Postgraduate representatives in all Student Societies.
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS OFFICER
Laura Theobald
Getting the best value out of YOUR postgraduate experience! Experience • • • • • •
PGSA General Secretary Associated Students of the University of Redlands (ASUR) Elections Chair ASUR Co-Director of Homecoming and Special Events Alpha Sigma Pi Recruitment Chair University of Redlands Musical Theatre Club Treasurer University of Redlands Orientation Mentor
Change • • • •
Ensuring tuition fees are raised fairly and busaries are fairly distributed amongst ALL postgrads Making Week One bigger and better with a wider range of inclusive events Improving employability by widening services already used by the university Creating more postgrad-only social areas in libraries
WOMEN’S OFFICER
Rose
Support, Equality, Opportunity! Do you want it all? VOTE ROSE Experience • • • • • •
Publicity Officer for the Women’s Network 2011 General Secretary for the Women’s Network 2011-current Volunteer at Women Aid Integrated Services 2011-current Attended Equality4U event 2012 ‘I Will Lead the Way’ event run by NUS 2011 Regularly attend Student Union Council
Change • • • • • • • •
Ensure support for student parents and students with caring responsibilities Create career development opportunities End violence on campus Lead zero tolerance to sexism campaign Work with other liberation campaigns Educate students about international womens’ rights Raise awareness of mental health (e.g. eating disorders and domestic violence) Working with women’s organisations within the wider community
WOMEN’S OFFICER
Maria Menicou
How do you solve a problem? Vote Maria! Experience During my time at sixth form I held the position of Senior Prefect, which involved taking on several responsibilities alongside my studies. I was also one of two Student Commissioners in my year, a role which sought to improve educational standards by actively involving pupils in how their classes are conducted. I was one of the students that founded the school’s first Debating Society and am currently running for the position of General Committee member of the Women’s Network.
Change It would be a priority of mine to organise an awareness campaign to get the message across that not only are rape jokes vulgar, but they are also extremely harmful. Alongside this, I would like to reiterate to all students the true nature of the vast majority of rapes.