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Election
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In order to vote for this position you be an Undergraduate (Non-Clinical) student from the Faculty of Medical Sciences.
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Candidates
Pritika Garodia
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
My experiences at university, including a strong academic record, leadership roles in student organizations and societies, effective communication, both written and verbal, teamwork, and dedication to diversity and inclusion, make me well-suited to serve as the faculty representative. I'm committed to advocating for student interests, fostering academic excellence, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all students in our faculty.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
If elected, I aim to enhance academic excellence by collaborating with faculty and students to improve the curriculum and learning resources. Amplifying student voices and encouraging student engagement by actively seeking their input is my priority. I'll work to improve communication between faculty, administration, and students. Advocating for resources to enhance facilities and support services are vital aspects of my plan. Lastly, my goal is to create a supportive, inclusive, and academically enriching environment for all students.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Students should vote for me because I'm dedicated, experienced, and committed to their best interests. My track record of leadership roles has equipped me with the skills to effectively represent your voice. I understand the challenges students face and have excellent communication skills to convey your concerns clearly. I will work transparently to improve communication between students and faculty and support your professional development by advocating for enhanced resources. Your vote for me means choosing a capable advocate for positive change and a better academic experience.
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Kunkamol Ruengsrinukulkij
(she/her)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
As an international student who has been studying abroad since grade 6, I can empathize with many who have travelled far from home to study at UCL, and I am always willing to lend an open ear to listen to anyone's worries or stresses in every regard.
I am also confident in my sense of responsibility and ability to manage my work and social life at the same time, along with helping others as well! I have good observation skills, and hope I can put it to good use by using these observations to help improve the study environment of our faculty.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I hope to be able to help to better connect the communication bridge between the students and teaching faculty, especially with the large amount of students, such that all the students, even the quieter ones, are able to voice out their opinions or questions without any difficulties.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
As a passionate student to wants to help improve the learning environment within our faculty and make our faculty a lively, interactive, fun and safe space for everyone, I hope you guys vote for me!
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Min Kyuu Kim
(Him/He)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
As a student ambassador for applied medical science, I promote student welfare and direct them to the right resources, aligning with the need for ongoing communication with students. I am well-prepared to attend committees and contribute to democratic decision-making, and I analyze feedback to identify trends for positive changes.
My experience has also emphasized the importance of collaboration between students and staff to improve education. I'm passionate about promoting this value and working together for a better education system.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
1. Student Engagement: Actively seek student input, especially from Reps, to enhance their involvement in decision-making.
2. Effective Representation: Attend key committees, advocate for student interests, and create a more student-focused academic environment.
3. Positive Change: Collaborate with the Union to analyze feedback, identifying trends to propose improvements that address student needs.
4. Collaboration: Promote student-staff collaboration for an improved education system.
5. Student Well-being: Continue supporting student welfare, ensuring access to resources and guidance.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Vote for me because I bring experience in student mentorship and welfare advocacy. I'll actively represent your interests, promote engagement, and work for positive changes. Transparency, collaboration, and student well-being are my priorities, ensuring a student-centered academic community.
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Maleeha Mughal & Sreejana Basu
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Maleeha's vast leadership experience includes being MedSoc and Action Changes Things society president in 6th form. She's worked as an art teacher, collaborating with young people, including those with autism and ADHD, and developed leadership skills as a Haderech leader. Currently, she's a social secretary, treasurer, and transition mentor.
Sreejana's conducted international research with Pfizer and LCN, has 2 pre-publications on Specialized Cancer Tumors, founded a nonprofit and a startup, received 4 national fine arts awards, led 500+ member organizations, and volunteered internationally.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
We aim to bridge the gap within medical sciences and between students and staff, to promote positive change by encouraging:
- Feedback databases for SSC meetings & surveys
- Improved inter and intradepartmental communication
- Enhanced SSW access and non-academic support
- A greater sense of belonging among current students through initiatives that support both academic and non-academic aspects.
- Mid-yearly faculty events - networking/balls/socials
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
In summary, our diverse leadership experiences combined with dedicated commitment, and ability to advance positive and productive collaborations equip us with the skills necessary for this role. We are able to:
- Allow diverse representation
- Focus on mental health and wellbeing
- Increase interactivity in lectures + SGTs
We believe that our passion for empowering others and proficiency in organizing and executing events aids us.We will ensure that the well being of students is paramount alongside academics and that the faulty is developed in the student's best interests.
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zoe pang
(she/her )
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
As an international student that has been studying abroad for the past four years, my experience in different boarding schools broadened my horizons into various cultures. I respect and listen to others' opinions, which I believe is one of the key skills required to be a rep.
Also, being active in different previous school activities, including sports and volunteering, I had the opportunities to take part as both member and leader, which allows me to develop skills in teamwork and leadership, so I have the ability to communicate with others as well as make decisions.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
My goal is to make everyone in the faculty have a more sustainable study environment. I will encourage students to use the forum to gather feedback and suggestions. I would then present these to the union and make improvements.
I believe that communication is key. I am keen on working closely with the academic reps and other course reps, in order to exchange ideas and to aim for the best for the faculty.
Besides, I hope all students will feel more connected to others, and to UCL itself. Everyone deserves to have a voice, so I hope I can help everybody have their opinion valued and heard.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
I believe my character make me qualified to be the faculty rep. Being a fresher, I hope to gain more experience of actively participating in student affairs. I would like to take this opportunity to communicate with students.
My outgoing personality makes it easy for others to approach. I am also a good listener, so please don't hesitate to find me. I am willing to speak up and provide all the support and help. I will make sure all of you will be heard!
I am confident in taking this role and would like to create the ideal school life for you!
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Solon Tono Fountzopoulos
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Communication is both my strength and interest. As a former course rep, I enjoyed organizing events that involved large numbers of people. I grew up in the UK amidst a diverse array of ethnic groups and have friends from various backgrounds, including those in the LGBTQ+ community. Being ethnically half-Japanese, a quarter-German, and a quarter-Greek, I naturally understand people from different backgrounds.
In my spare time, I enjoy performing piano for charity and meeting new people.
Therefore, I am well-equipped to connect students from different departments within the faculty.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I will create social, in-person events and a straightforward social media app for UCL students to use on their phones or computers to communicate freely. There will also be an anonymous helpline for those who may need support. Furthermore, I will create surveys to measure satisfaction rates across various metrics to assess which areas of the faculty can be improved.
Importantly, I will advertise more about the role of the faculty rep so that people are aware of the Education Zone, for example. This means that students of the faculty can become more involved in the faculty's decision-making.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Please vote for me to create events that you want and to ensure that your thoughts on how to improve UCL are heard. I will bridge the gap between the university and us students. Importantly, I want every student to be happy :)
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Valeriia Glushchenko
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
These are some of my specific experiences that can contribute the role of a faculty representative:
Organising school art exhibitions: Developed my event planning and leadership skills, essential for meetings and workshops.
Volunteering as a translator: Enhanced my cross-cultural communication and empathy, vital for a diverse student body.
Module representative (UPCSE): I advocated for students, interacted with professors, and understood academic administration processes, preparing me for this role.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
As a faculty representative, I can leverage my experiences to enhance student engagement and improve communication. Advocating for student needs and drawing from my module representative experience, I aim to shape curriculum, navigate administrative processes, and promote a culturally inclusive academic environment. By fostering collaboration, I aim to drive positive changes that benefit the student body and faculty alike. I also aim to strengthen partnerships between students and faculty leads for innovative solutions and a more positive academic atmosphere.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Throughout my involvement in organising events I have gained experience in event management and cross cultural communication, which I believe are crucial for fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. Volunteering as a translator taught me how to bridge gaps among students from different backgrounds. My role as a module representative provided me with the opportunity to advocate for student concerns and improve students' experience. If elected I will be dedicated to promoting inclusivity, collaboration and positive change, ensuring everyone's voice is heard and addressed effectively
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Kainat Saeed
(She/Her)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Having been Head Student at my sixth form has given me valuable knowledge and experience needed to be an Academic Student Representative. As Head Student, I effectively spoke on behalf of all the students at my school, guaranteeing each and every one was heard (through questionnaires, polls, interviews and discussions). As a result, I have successfully orchestrated changes to community, fundraising and school provision. The responsibilities that come with being head student have taught me the importance of collaboration, leadership and teamwork through discussing student concerns.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I hope to bridge the gap between my fellow students and members of staff. I want to create a sense of belonging and unity within my cohort, making sure everyone is heard and feels seen. I will do this by communicating with my peers, understanding their wants, needs, worries and concerns, and relaying information back to relevant members of staff with ideas on how to make a positive change. I will aim to ensure everyone, as well as their academic interest, is being represented and I will make sure my fellow students are making the most of their studies and their time here at UCL.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Vote for me to have a voice that listens to all your concerns, that will create an inclusive environment and that will take action for your benefit. I am solution-focused, have a genuine desire to make a beneficial impact, and believe that advocacy in institutions is key to making positive change.
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rara han
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
In my journey as a student in a STEM major, I have developed a strong foundation in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. These skills, honed through my academic pursuits, enable me to approach challenges systematically and collaboratively. My involvement in various student-led initiatives has equipped me with leadership experience and the ability to work with diverse groups. Moreover, my passion for fostering positive change drive my candidacy. These qualities uniquely position me to serve as a dedicated and effective Faculty Rep.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
If entrusted with the role of Faculty Rep, my primary goal is to bridge the gap between students and faculty, ensuring that student voices are not only heard but also actively incorporated into decision-making processes. I aim to initiate regular feedback mechanisms to understand the evolving needs of our student body by fostering transparent communication channels and advocating for practical solutions. Furthermore, I aspire to enhance academic support systems, promoting initiatives that foster student engagement and well-being.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
Students should cast their vote in my favour because I am not only a passionate advocate for their concerns but also a proactive problem-solver. My multifaceted approach, combining analytical thinking, effective communication, and empathetic leadership, ensures that I can effectively represent the diverse needs of our student community. I am dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment where every student's voice matters. By voting for me, students can trust that their concerns will be championed with diligence, integrity, and a genuine commitment to their welfare.
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Hope Finch-Barfoot
(she/her they/them)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
In regards of experience, during my 2 years of A-levels i was the student rep for the school as well as a regular member of the school council attending meetings where i would act a voice for the other students explaining positives, negatives, wants and needs of change or activities/events.
Not only have i had experience as a student rep in a-levels but also Secondary school (yrs 7-11) Having these roles have allowed me to develop a foundation of attitude, skills, experience, as well as time management to allow everyone to be heard, voiced and accommodated to in a fair and compromising way.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I hope to achieve a sense of community in the faculty of medicine as students alike can share their views, opinion, and wants and not fear of ignorance or feeling they do not have someone to go to. A representative is not just someone takes a leadership role but is also a part of the student body to listen, help, accommodate, sympathize and be an action for change when needed.
All i can hope to do in this role is give back and support my fellow peers in the faulty.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
You should vote for someone who gives you what you need, a student who is strong willed to get things done but still an advocate for the voice. As a nominee i believe i have personal, academic and transferable skills to represents you as stated from my experience and personal desire to be your representative which would push me to ensure i do a good job.
As the student body you have the power to bestow the role on who represents you.
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