Nominations: Nominations closed
Voting: Voting closed
Election
Network committee members actively support Student Officers that convene their network, and assist with the overall decision making processes within the network.
Category
Candidates
Michelle Zhou
(She/Her)
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I hope to build a stronger international students community. I want international students' lives to be better at UCL, our voices to be heard, and our needs to be met. I will support our officer to run engaging and inclusive events, bringing together our current and incoming international students, promoting intercultural experiences for us.
Taking the role of social secretary, I am also hoping for a smoother running of the International Student's Network achieved by my contributions. We will see an improved International Students Orientation Programme next year and more cultural celebrations!
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
I will bring my leadership experiences and fresh ideas. I have over five years of experiences in events organising, enriching me with strong organisation and problem-solving skills. Events I had organised ranged from small-scale webinars to large-scale conferences.
As an international student myself, I understand challenges faced by us so I can design the most proper activities and most effective help that meet international students' needs. I also have a strong network with the incoming international students, facilitating me to improve our Orientation Programme that best fits their needs.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
I understand international students' challenges so will always stand with you and present our voices! I have rich and successful experiences in this and empowering our says.
As the network social secretary, I will take the role seriously, organising engaging and inclusive activities for everyone to enjoy. And I will listen carefully to your ideas and expectations on UCL. If you have any new suggestions on us, just come to me and me and my team will let it happen!
I am passionate about making positive changes on international students' life at UCL so let us path our way together!
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Sai Sreenivedita Cavuturi
(She/Her)
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
My primary goal is to foster a strong sense of community and support among international students.
I aim to organize a diverse range of events and activities that cater to the interests and needs of international students. These include organizing workshops on visa regulations, academic advising, and mental health support. I will actively seek feedback from international students to represent their interests in discussions with university administration.
Overall, my aim is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where international students feel empowered to thrive.
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
As a Global Undergraduate Scholar and a Societies Officer, I bring a diverse set of experiences, skills, and qualities to the role of International Student Network Social Secretary.
I have successfully planned and executed events and coordinated with various stakeholders to achieve common goals. In the role of Social Secretary, I will leverage these skills to organize engaging and inclusive events for international students.
Overall, my combination of experiences, skills, and qualities uniquely position me to excel in the role of International Student Network Social Secretary.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
My experience as a Global Undergraduate Scholar has exposed me to a variety of cultures, perspectives, and ways of life. This has equipped me with a high level of cross-cultural competence, allowing me to effectively engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds and navigate intercultural interactions with sensitivity and respect.
I bring effective communication skills, empathy for international students' challenges, and a commitment to innovative solutions. Together, with your support, we can create a supportive and inclusive environment for all international students.
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