Mahjong Society: Equipment Officer

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Count information
Date count run21 Mar 2025
Election rulesERS97 STV
Candidates running4
Available position1
Total ballots34
Valid votes34
Invalid votes0
Round 1
Oscar Chong [22296]13.00
Samuel Leung [24728]8.00
Angus Yeung [24770]11.00
RON (Re-open Nominations)2.00
Exhausted0.00
Surplus0.00
Threshold17.00
Count of first choices. The initial quota is 17.00. No candidates have surplus votes so candidates will be eliminated and their votes transferred for the next round.
Round 2
Oscar Chong [22296]15.00
Samuel Leung [24728]0.00
Angus Yeung [24770]13.00
RON (Re-open Nominations)0.00
Exhausted6.00
Surplus1.00
Threshold14.00
All losing candidates are eliminated. Count after substage 1 of 1 of eliminating Samuel Leung [24728] and RON (Re-open Nominations). Transferred votes with value 1.00. Since no candidate has been elected, the quota is reduced to 14.00. Candidate Oscar Chong [22296] has reached the threshold and is elected.

Winner is Oscar Chong [22296].

Candidates

Samuel Leung

I am highly suited for the position of Equipment Officer in the Mahjong Society due to my experience with buying and renting mahjong sets, as well as my enthusiasm for mahjong. A few months ago, I decided to buy a mahjong set in Hong Kong and bring it over to the UK. By comparing sets sold on websites such as Amazon and Taobao, I gained a good grasp of the pricing, tile sizes and things to look out for in mahjong sets. For instance, I learnt to avoid misleading “travel sets” that are overly small for playing, as the standard tile size used in mahjong machines is 42mm, which is crucial to having a good feel of the tiles when playing. Additionally, I know how to look for essentials in a set such as dice and preferably a wind indicator, while avoiding sets without flower tiles or those made for other playstyles. My knowledge of sourcing and choosing mahjong sets to buy makes me suitable for the position of equipment officer.

Furthermore, my experience and enthusiasm for playing mahjong make me a good fit for the position. As I had previously rented mahjong sets from the Society multiple times, I have a good understanding of the rental system; and having bought the mahjong set a few months ago, I frequently play mahjong around twice a week, demonstrating my enthusiasm for the game and experience with upkeeping mahjong sets. Overall, my experience with buying and renting mahjong sets, and my enthusiasm for mahjong, make me highly suited for the position of Equipment Officer.

Oscar Chong

Alright, UCL Mahjong crew! I'm Oscar, who always carry dices with me all the time. I am now running for the equipment officer. I'll make sure we've got everything we need to play, and that it's all in good shape. No more hunting for missing tiles or wobbly tables! Let's keep the games running smoothly, so we can focus on enjoying mahjong!


 

Angus Yeung

I am Angus Yeung, a year 3 EEE student at UCL, and I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for the Equipment Officer of the Mahjong Society. Having been part of this community since the beginning, Mahjong has become more than just a game to me—it’s a way to connect, make new friends, and build lasting relationships. I want others to experience the same sense of camaraderie and enjoyment that this game has brought me.

I recognize that Mahjong can be challenging for newcomers, especially those unfamiliar with Chinese characters, as many tiles and terms are in Chinese. To make the game more accessible, I plan to acquire beginner-friendly sets with clear numerical and lettered labels, ensuring a smoother experience for everyone. I will always be present during the weekly social events, and will be happy to address any concerns people may have about the game of Mahjong or assist anyone who may need help with learning the game!

Additionally, I hope to encourage people to learn about new types of Mahjong, as I want everyone to have the opportunity to converse with new people from various different cultural backgrounds, such that everyone who joins our weekly socials will be having a great time.

Mahjong is more than just a game—it’s about strategy, friendship, and community. With my commitment to organization and improvement, I aim to make every session seamless, engaging, and enjoyable for all members. Let’s keep our Mahjong Society running smoothly together!

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