Here's what I've been up to!
- Initiated a project on Faith-based Academic adjustments. I conducted desk-based research and am now conducting focus groups with faith-based societies to develop a proposal to take through the UCL governance structure. Engaging with Registrar, Provost Office and EDI Team on the project.
- Review of Delayed Assessment Scheme. Conducting in-depth analysis for a post T-1 update. There is a lot of national and international engagement on the project (RG SUs and QAA).
- Engaging with the Senior Education Team on PEP, NSS, SORA Review, Attendance Monitoring Policy, and Grand Challenges Education.
- Planning for Rep. Conference and Priorities for Education Report.
How have I communicated with students in the past fortnight?
- Focus groups with faith-based academic adjustments project.
- Meetings with societies about Discover Islam Week.
- Pre-meeting for Student Partnership Committee.
My Priorities
- Students are true partners in UCL, through empowered and respected Academic Reps who are central to decisions that affect them locally.
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Hosted first pre-meet with Academic Reps to decide the agenda for the Student Partnership Committee.
Planning for Rep Conference 2025. - Students are a key consideration for the next government and all students feel valued and supported; allowing them to learn, grow and widen their perspectives.
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Met Sabbs and CEO's of other RGSU's at the RGSU residential to strategize around the Manifesto we launched prior to elections.
Integral part of the current research project on International Student experience. - Students have valued and recognised opportunities to develop their futures and improve their wellbeing to achieve wholesome and well-rounded experiences.
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Met Director of Grand Challenges and discussed the projects we'll be piloting in Term 3.
- Students are assessed in an authentic and supportive manner that reduces stress, enhances their learning and equips them for their future.
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Faith-based academic adjustments Project!
Meetings & Outcomes
- Union meetings attended and main outcomes
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- APP Delivery and Engagement: Developing a plan for engagement with UCL APP team.
- Quite a few meeting for the Faith-based Academic Adjustment Project.
- Planning next steps for Faculty Hub pilots with Director of Student Experience and Departmental Societies Manager SU.
- UCL meetings attended and main outcomes
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- PEP Board and Edcom: Approved the principles for the PEP Project.
- Met Interim Dean of Engineering to discuss how we can support the faculty with NSS.
- Recruitment and Admissions Committee: Received an update on recruitment and discussed ideas around conversion.
- Chaired Education Policy Scrutiny Panel and updated the committee on faith-based academic adjustments work.
- Met Director of Grand Challenges and discussed the projects we'll be piloting in Term 3.
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 Shaban's Reports Here
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October: [No Report Submitted]
Education Officer - November Report 1
November: [No Report Submitted]
December: [No Report Submitted]
Education Officer - January Report
February: [No Report Submitted]
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 Shaban 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 |
|---|---|---|
| The Union should support the Fossil Free Careers Campaign | EZ | For |
| Lobby UCL to conduct an institution-wide review of academic curriculums for inclusivity and gender equity | EZ | 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 | No Vote |
| Change to the Structure of the Sports Rep System | Amendment to Governing Document | No Vote |
| Active Bystander and Consent Training | Ratification | Absent |
| The Union should internally regulate all media societies via the IP | Ratification | Absent |
| Ban fossil fuel companies from sponsoring clubs and societies | Ratification | Absent |
| Lobby for UCL-Wide Review of Academic Curriculums for Inclusivity and Gender Equity | Ratification | Absent |
| Support the Fossils Free Careers Campaign | Ratification | Absent |
| Improved transport links for UCL East students | Ratification | Absent |
| Explaining the History of Phineas Bar | Policy | Absent |
These voting records were last updated on 4 March 2025.
Meetings & Committees I attend:
- Chair of Education Zone.
- Union Executive.
- Board of Trustees and committees.
- Students' Union Leadership Team.
- UCL Council.
- UCL Academic Board.
- UCL Academic Committee.
- UCL Education Committee.
- UCL Library Committee.
- UCL Quality & Standards Committee.
- UCL Recruitment & Admissions Committee.
- UCL Scholarship & Student Funding Strategy Group.
- Russell Group Students’ Unions