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In my role as Hall Representative for Endsleigh Gardens and John Adams hall I have worked with UCL Estates to ensure that the student's voice has been heard in issues of accomodation. For example, I have
- Successfully passed policy with a member of my halls to the SU Executive regarding increased security for all halls on UCL campus
- Communicated clearly with SRAs on ways to improve Flourish activities and work as a team to ensure the safety and security of our halls
- Pragmatically communicated the needs of UCL students in over 4 hall rep forums to UCL Estates in a diplomatic and calm way
Accomodation is extremely important at university and helps shape your student experience. As Accomodation and Housing Officer, I will seek to work with UCL Estates to improve student satisfaction whilst holding them to account on failed promises and lackluster improvement efforts. I hope to
- Address recurring issues in maintenance and upkeep caused by UCL Estate's outsourcing model, e.g Circuit Laundry
- Work with the SU to urge UCL Estates to freeze rent in the face of rising inflation
- Fight for further student representation in all accomodation decision-making processes
In light of the current financial crisis, I understand the pressures in finding accomodation for all years of study. I also understand the stress for newcomers (international and national) and the gamble we go through before starting our courses to get an accomodation place.
As Accomodation & Housing Officer, I will continue to work with UCL Estates to find pragmatic solutions to student accomodation crises and ensure that student experience is prioritised in all decision-making. Furthermore, I will work hard so that students will have the best halls experience possible.