Election post

Status
Elected

Events have been a highlight of my UCLMS journey. Since day 1, RUMS has been a constant source of support for me and I loved its sense of community. During the pandemic, I felt distanced from RUMS, which is why I joined the events subcommittee this year to help contribute to that loving energy, especially for the Y1&2s who lost valuable experiences due to Covid.

I loved this role and prioritised seeking feedback. I used conversations with our community to shape this manifesto. I want to use the platform of Events VP to make RUMS events even more inclusive, fun and for more people!

I pledge to:

  • Increase inclusivity

Some RUMS members feel that too many events revolve around drinking and that some are too costly. I hope to increase breadth of event types, e.g a talent show and 'primary school sports day', and better promote inclusivity in existing events.

  • Improve traditions

I will preserve our favourite traditions, whilst removing heteronormativity in events like pub crawl, creating new challenges that better align with our values. I will revamp our more chill events, which often have a lower turnout e.g. scavenger hunt. I'm hoping to introduce a winter formal and spread some RUMS cheer in the bleak wintertime.

  • Broaden our focus

Many events are catered to pre-clinical students, esp. Y1s. I aim to organise more events uniting each clinical year (e.g. refreshers socials), as well as postgraduate and external iBSc socials.