Ishara Perera-Driver

I'm Ishara and I'm so excited to be running for RUMS Sports & Societies VP!

Our sports and arts clubs truly are the heart of RUMS. Throughout my four years here, RUMS has been a pivotal part of my university experience, and I hope to be a friendly face who can encourage the same for others.

As current President of RUMS Badminton Club and Students for Global Health Society, as well as RUMS RAG VP 2024/25, I am no stranger to the endless emails, messages and planning that comes with a RUMS Vice President role. With the experience I have gained, alongside my strong leadership and organisational skills, I believe that I am adept for this role.

I aim to work alongside the club presidents to not only support them throughout the year and act a bridge to UCLMS faculty, but also encourage more students to join RUMS clubs and become part of the wider RUMS community. I hope to spread out the RUMS social calendar, holding events at more regular intervals throughout the year. Most importantly, I am a firm believer that if medicine falls through, event planning is my calling, so I pledge to host a cracking good Sports Ball (the highlight of the RUMS Sports and Societies social calendar)!

Vote for me and I will strive to continue fostering an inclusive space where we celebrate sports and arts achievements in RUMS and across the medical school! Whether you're a fresher or a final year, it's never too late to try something new or restart an old hobby, RUMS truly is welcome to all!

Thank you!