Here's what I've been up to!

April Report

Over the Easter Break I have:

  • Worked on the Awards Ceremonies as my main focus. I have been giving feedback about the actual ceremonies, decorations, and the afterparties. I have also gone through every nominations within all 4 awards categories, shortlisting students and also chaired all the 4 panels.
  • My second focus was my alumni event: 'Future Leaders Forum: Using your student leader experience to fast track your career'. As the event is happening soon, I have been working on sorting and briefing the speakers, marketing it to as many students as possible, and doing all the admin to make sure everything is prepared.

How have I communicated with students in the past fortnight?

  • Via emails
  • Had many 1-1 meetings with students about their society affiliations
  • Spoke to students at awards panels.

My Priorities

Sports are central to student life, helping students grow, become more resilient, and achieve their full potential.

I visited a potential sports venue in London with the UCL Estates team and spoke about some of the types of spaces we need for sports activity.

Students make the most of their university experience by self-discovery, learning from each other, developing skills, and having fun.
  • I have been working on the Awards ceremonies - giving suggestions and ideas about the decorations and afterparties.
  • I have been working on my alumni event: contacting speakers, starting promotion, and doing all the admin to make sure we are prepared for the event.
  • I have been shortlisting students for awards and chairing all 4 awards panels: community, arts, sports, and societies. I really want to make sure that students are appreciated for the work that they do and awards is a great way to celebrate their achievements.
Students have access to a thriving arts programme that broadens their horizons while supporting their wellbeing and developing their skills.

Chaired the garage bid panel, being part of the decision panel on what productions will go into the People's Camden Theatre and what weeks they will be assigned.

Meetings & Outcomes

Union meetings attended and main outcomes
  • I have been liaising with Rachel about the new updates that she wants to implement to zones for next year and trial this year, including the ratification of sabbatical officers' work and reports and creating a more welcoming atmosphere.
  • I have had lots of meeting with students with unsuccessful affiliation applications, giving them feedback and what to improve in terms of next steps.
  • Presented 2 presentations at the all staff meeting: Boston findings and findings from Eastern Europe to share the knowledge from the trips to all SU staff so we are able to use some of the ideas and implement them within our SU.
UCL meetings attended and main outcomes
  • Sat on the Research, Innovations, and Global Engagement Committee discussing key issues regarding research within UCL and its external position.
  • Held a virtual UG open day about Life at UCL talking about how to get involved with the SU and how students can make the most of their life at UCL.
  • I have visited a potential sports venue in London with the UCL Estates team.
  • Presented at the Medical Science offer holder day, talking about the SU and what it offers.

Sabbatical Officer Reports

Our Sabbatical Officers create a report every two weeks to inform our members. They believe that keeping everyone in the loop can foster a lively, supportive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to participate and share their ideas. These updates are a great way for them to share what's been happening, from their current projects to collaborations with different student groups, academic departments, and community organizations. 

In each report, you can expect to find insights into the challenges they are tackling, the solutions they are implementing, and the positive impacts these efforts have on student life. From supporting engaging events and workshops to launching new programs that promote well-being and academic success, their initiatives are designed to enhance the overall campus experience.

Read Ana's Reports Here

Activities & Engagment Officer - October Report 1

Activities & Engagment Officer - October Report 2

Activities & Engagment Officer - November Report

Activities & Engagement Officer - December Report 

Activities & Engagement Officer - January Report 1

Activities & Engagement Officer - January Report 2

Activities & Engagement Officer - February Report 1

Activities & Engagement Officer - February Report 2

Activities & Engagement Officer - March Report 

Activities & Engagement Officer - April Report 1

Voting Record

As democratic leaders, all Sabbatical Officers must maintain transparency in their work. Below is a record of the voting on policies introduced during the academic year 2024-2025 and how Ana has voted. Please note that Sabbatical Officers do not participate in all Zones and, therefore, do not vote on every policy.

Policy Zone Votes Zone Vote
Change to the Structure of the Sports Rep System AZ For
Ban fossil fuel companies from sponsoring clubs and societies AZ Abstain
Active Bystander & Consent Training AZ For
The Union should internally regulate all media societies via the IPSO code AZ For
Union Executive Votes Type of Vote Vote
The Union should lobby UCL to expand Project Period into a university-wide initiative Ratification For
International Student Officer to have Membership of All Zones & Union Executive Ratification For
The Union should create a "Commuters' officer" role Amendment to Governing Document For
Change to the Structure of the Sports Rep System Amendment to Governing Document For
Active Bystander and Consent Training Ratification For
The Union should internally regulate all media societies via the IP Ratification For
Ban fossil fuel companies from sponsoring clubs and societies Ratification For
Lobby for UCL-Wide Review of Academic Curriculums for Inclusivity and Gender Equity Ratification For
Support the Fossils Free Careers Campaign Ratification Abstain
Improved transport links for UCL East students Ratification For
Explaining the History of Phineas Bar Policy  For

These voting records were last updated on 4 March 2025.

Meetings & Committees I attend:

  • Chair of Activities Zone.
  • Union Executive.
  • Board of Trustees and committees.
  • Students' Union Leadership Team.
  • UCL Student Partnership Committee.
  • UCL Research, Innovation and Global Engagement Committee.
  • UCL200 Strategic Delivery Group.
  • Regular meetings with UCL staff working on careers and global engagement issues.
  • British Universities and Colleges Sports meetings.