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Election
Have you read the role description for Activities Reps yet?
In order to vote for this position, you must be a member of a Union-affiliated Sports Club.
Six positions are available, which will aid the Sports Officer in developing the following areas!
- Varsity & Competition - Organising and promoting varsity.
- Sports Night - Being a point of contact for Milkshake promoters/ SU bar managers and passing on student feedback.
- Campaigns - Working closely with TeamUCL staff to lead the way on new and existing campaigns.
- Alumni & Events -Expanding our alumni networks through the Mandy Walker games and supporting fundraising initiatives at a club level, working to increase the engagement of our mass-participation events like the campus run, and the swimathon.
- Volunteering & Workforce Development - Supporting clubs to expand their volunteering initiatives and developing and supporting our student coaching network.
- Facilities - Being a contact for advocating for better facilities for TeamUCL and attending the Somers Town Sports Centre User Group and Bloomsbury Fitness User Group, representing students.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact [email protected].
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Candidates
Bella Gilbert
(She/Her)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Hi, I’m Bella and I’m running for Sports Rep, specifically for the Campaigns role.
I have been heavily involved in UCL sport throughout my 3 years here, loving every bit of it, and I hope I can continue to do so! As a 3x committee member for UCL’s largest martial arts club, I have learnt how to successfully run a club and foster a community. Having competed on the Netball team and also participated in a TeamUCL social league, I gained insights into different club members' experiences in different environments. This has helped me highlight what TeamUCL can do to best support clubs.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
If elected, my focus will be on both new campaigns and enhancing Team UCL’s pre-existing ones.
Many clubs want to participate in campaigns but don't know where to start. I aim to demystify this by creating a more systematic approach to help them get started.
One of the key things I wish to highlight if I am elected is greater support and guidance for clubs and individual members around eating disorders and body image in sport. As someone who had to stop elite competition due to the consequences of disordered eating, this is something I feel very passionate about and feel deserves more attention.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
In short, I bring not only a wealth of experience but also a deep passion for sports. As a 2x President, winner last year’s ‘Unsung Hero’ Award and key contributor to ‘Club of the Year 2024’, I know the ins and outs of sport at UCL and its impact on people’s lives during a turbulent time at university. By harnessing sport as a tool for social impact, I hope to create a more accessible system of support for students both for sport and their lives outside of sport. Sport clubs were my haven during my years at UCL so far and I hope to give back to others through this role.
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James Roberts
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Hey! I'm Jim, the Treasurer of UCL Cricket this year and I want to be your Sports Rep for Sports Night. As a proud SCALA regular I'd love to use my skills and experience to help make Sports Night the best it can possibly be.
My experience:
- As Treasurer of the Cricket Club I have experience in communicating with outside companies, sponsors and kit partners.
- I am on the socials committee at my home cricket club. Over the summer we delivered bi-weekly socials with a significant spike in attendance.
- I have been heavily involved in sports for years with experience in captaincy and coaching.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
Whilst Sports Night is already great there are a number of changes that if delivered could make it even better.
- Make Phineas a better, more welcoming venue for Sports Night. Some simple changes such as making the music quieter would allow for greater opportunities to get to know your own club and allow for better collaboration.
- Lobby for a conversation about Sports Night Bar Allocation. TeamUCL had over 11,000 members last year and a bar with a capacity of 350.
- Emphasise the importance of club feedback throughout the year and create greater channels to provide feedback to set my agenda.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
UCL Sport is something I am incredibly passionate about. Since coming to UCL, sport has been the backbone of my social life and where I've found my closest friends. As I enter the new year I want to give back to this community in a greater way outside of just my sport. Being a Sports Rep and being part of the Activities Zone would allow me to make a real impact to help deliver the ideas of TeamUCL members to improve our already incredible community. I am committed to making sports night the best it possibly can be, especially given the importance of socials in university sport.
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Francis Deng
(He/Him)
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
I will bring approachable leadership, active communication, and a dedication to promoting sports for all in this role. I learnt teamwork and dedication as a defenseman and goalie for HC Kunlun Red Star Ice Hockey Club, where I won a provincial medal. My previous roles included China Think Big's National Committee Operation VP, many society committee members, and Students Union VP. By organising a fete and a skating club, I fulfilled my promise to promote sports and have strengthened my organisation and problem-solving ability and to listen to peers and work with them to make positive change.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
I aim to promote inclusivity and boost student involvement in sports by hosting large-scale events, such as football games, through negotiations with London sports facilities to offer affordable tickets. This will foster a passionate campus life and a united UCL culture, giving students a sense of belonging and pride. I also plan to introduce taster events and exercise classes at Bloomsbury Fitness, while advocating for more flexible gym payment plans, instead of having only a one-year option, making fitness accessible to all students, including affiliates and those not in London year-round.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
I’m vote-worthy because I combine hands-on sports experience with a passion for fostering a healthy and active student body. My leadership in ice hockey and founding a school sports club demonstrates my ability to inspire and organise. With experience in organizing 2000+ people’s activities in high school, I am committed and experienced in representing students’ needs and ensuring that everyone has access to enjoyable, well-supported sports activities. With my energy, vision, and dedication, I will strive to make sports a more accessible and enjoyable aspect of student life for all.
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Jennifer Tan
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
Hi, I’m Jen! I’m the current President of the Ultimate Frisbee Club and previously its volunteering sec. I also played squash at junior college and regularly go to the gym. As a Sports Rep, I hope to leverage these experiences playing both individual and team sports to inform my priorities for the year. I understand first-hand the issues and pain points of sports clubs at UCL, especially the challenges encountered by committees. Lastly, I’m ambitious and constantly pushing for change — whether that be streamlining admin processes, rolling out new initiatives or working on club development.
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
- Volunteering & outreach: Last year, the Ultimate Frisbee Club raised £597 for Alzheimers’ Research UK in a charity tournament, allowing us to integrate outreach with our sport. Working with the Sports Officer, I seek to champion volunteering initiatives and get more clubs involved with their community.
- Representation: Diversity is essential to sport, and TeamUCL has many resources and campaigns that I’d like to help connect with our clubs. I hope to help the various sports clubs at UCL to widen their membership base and engage underrepresented groups, e.g. BAME students, women in mixed sports.
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
At the end of the day, the duties of a Sports Rep are undertaken on an entirely voluntary basis. As such, I’m standing for election because of my passion for sport and belief that there are still many outstanding issues the Student Union can work together with sports clubs on. I know how it’s like to be both a player and committee member in a sports club at UCL (the good and bad!). Thus, I’m committed to listening to you and actively representing your views to the Activities Zone, especially on matters like access, representation and sports-related volunteering which are all close to my heart.
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Claudia Rueda Muñoz
What will you bring to this role (e.g. experience, skills or qualities)?
I'm very passionate about everything I do, and advocating for fair campaigns is up there on my list! Last year, as the Women's Hockey Club EDI Representative, I organised events like an International Women's Day letter exchanging workshop, encouraging integration. This year, as Treasurer, I've focused on leadership, financial management, and collaboration. I'm organised, approachable, and passionate about creating an even more supportive environment. My strong communication and problem-solving skills will help me to effectively lead campaigns to represent each and everyone in the TeamUCL body!
What do you hope to achieve in the role if you are elected?
If elected I aim to ...
- Increase funding opportunities for clubs to ensure they have the resources needed to grow and thrive
- Promote even more diversity initiatives within TeamUCL
- Improve access to mental health resources by advocating for more support and awareness
- Create more inclusive spaces that cater to the diverse needs of students
- Encourage beginner-friendly campaigns helping new members integrate into trying new sports
- Tailor campaigns to student needs making them more impactful and effective
- Most importantly - be approachable and listen to what everyone has to say!
Please summarise why students should vote for you.
I am really excited about enhancing new and existing campaigns that cater the needs of everyone. I am dedicated to making a real impact by representing everyone's interests and ensuring our community is vibrant and inclusive. I am also committed to amplifying your voice in every decision made, and giving every suggestion a place to grow. Additionally, my proficiency in English, Spanish and French will allow me to communicate multilingually to achieve successful campaigns!
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