Singapore Society: Director of Engagements

Hi everyone!

I am Elena, a first year economics undergraduate. As part of SingSoc's Junior Committee this year, I have helped to organise various events such as the UCLSS Picnic, Mahjong Night and the upcoming Spring Ball! I found it really fun to work with fellow Singaporeans to plan activities that bring the Singapore community closer, reminding us of home in a faraway country. I understand the importance for SingSoc to have a diversity of events for us to meet new friends to bear the cold winter with together, hence, as the Director of Engagements, I hope to roll out more events that can bridge the gap between individuals who will otherwise be strangers. My vision includes holding more small-scale events aimed at creating a cosy environment where people can bond over some delicacies, and joining hands with SingSocs across London or even UK to form a close-knitted circle of Singaporeans. After all, connections should not be restricted within UCL, right?

I am passionate, responsible, fun-loving and more importantly, someone who can establish good rapport with others. If I am elected, I promise to create more flagship events to spice up your London life and come up with interesting ways to make the events even more memorable for our members! Being 10000km away from home is not easy sometimes, thus I hope to make SingSoc a second home where we can seek comfort from when we are missing our favourite $3 banmian.

Having studied abroad since sixth form, has made me understand the importance of creating a support group for fellow Singaporeans far from home. I want to create not just a society but rather a family where fellow Singaporeans are able to feel a sense of familiarity and comfort even in a foreign country. 

Having the opportunity to attend this year's amazing social events, has motivated me to pursue a position within the Singapore Society Committee, to provide an even better experience for Singaporeans to socialise with one another or just to have fun. The multiple events held by the Committee this year, has helped me forge many unforgettable friendships that I am grateful for. Talking to my other foreign friends about their experience of their own countries' societies cannot compare to my experience within Singapore Society. I am excited to bring more fun events such as picnics, museum trips or even paintball fights next year. 

I am dedicated and will not let any of you down. Hope you put your trust in me as the next Director of Engagement.