School of Pharmacy Society: President

Hello everyone! Thank you so much for giving me a moment of your time.

I'm standing because as a first year, I sincerely believe I have had the most exceptional experience at the UCL School of Pharmacy possible thanks to the UCL SOP team. 

Countless academic opportunities, events, infographics to support students' learning and our UCL experience. I would be honored to be a part of that process for our incoming students.

I want to improve our placement opportunities and support, gathering student experiences to identify areas for improvement and explore new partnerships. I want to ensure that the student society is well-supported, and create amazing social and welfare events throughout the year to foster a healthy work-life balance. We can make our school feel even more like a collaborative, supportive family where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to shape their educational experience.

Ultimately, I'm standing because I love our school, and I'm ready to put in the hard work to make our time here at UCL Pharmacy truly exceptional. I've got the energy, the ideas, and the practical experience from my role in the events team to hit the ground running and translate student needs into tangible improvements. I'm here to serve you, and to help build an even better, more connected, and more supportive environment for all MPharm students.

Thank you for your consideration. I'm excited about the possibility of working even more closely with all of you to achieve these goals.

Presidency of the SOP Society isn’t just a title, it is a responsibility, one that is justified by my track record.

Two years as Treasurer, our funds tripled. A year as a Charity Officer, £2000 raised. Awarded £3000 in grants. Several Fortune 500 sponsors. Won the Departmental Society Award for the first time in SOP history. Co-founded the first InterUni Pharmacy Student Network. 

All the achievements above are only possible through the support of the community, one that can continue to flourish under my leadership. 

Once elected, I plan to create and coordinate with roles that directly provide for those that do not fit under the textbook definition of “student”:

• Pathways Officer: Representation for students that aren’t starting the MPharm at 18, with experience, mastery and skills that can utilise the avenues of this degree to the maximum.
• Guardian Angels Officer: Heads mentorship for students that want the hands-on side of healthcare through Pharmacy, with CPD-accredited training and guidance.
• UCAS Officer: Leads tutoring for pre-MPharm applicants to guarantee their acceptance into UCL.
• Research Officer: Operates a team for those that want earlier exposure to the publication process, and networking with departmental heads and masters in the field.

I myself will push for charity campaigns dedicated to cancer research, international medical aid, and student funding, all while continuing the five-figure streak in our own finances for a third year.

Vote Ali :D