I believe i have the skills and experience to create a welcoming and inclusive community where students feel they have a supportive network of people they can relate to, as well as learn about other cultures. It's essential for everyone to appreciate their culture through events where people can get to know each other and feel they have a positive community around them. Being the officer of this liberation group i want to make sure i voice the concerns of the people in this community to SUBU and BU who will be able to give them the right support.

Hi I'm Nila and I am in my second year of studying biomedical science. I wish to be considered for this position as I am ready to empower students of our backgrounds to feel seen and heard. I will do this by holding events to represent and celebrate different cultures such as holding 'international day' celebrations. I intend on organising meetings and focus groups to allow people to bring forward their ideas to improve students experience here at BU. Finally, I hope to create a platform to bring cultural awareness where people can share their stories and experiences. 

I am Stephan Rodrigues, A Student Rep pursuing MSc. Management with HR and I look forward for Asian, Arab and Ethnic Minority Officer.

>>  I  will Improve every students experience from different cultures and backgrounds by Adding more Value to it. We can celebrate a lot of things together and also help each other

>> I have been nominated recently to the TOP TWO Business School  Rep  Awards. I work Closely with our Faculies.

>>>  We are gonna have a lot of Student Events and Activities lined up.

Looking forward to serve you. 

Thank you for Voting for me. 

I put myself forward to serve as the Black Student's Officer of the Black Student's community with SUBU.

My Action Points:

1. Represent at all times and level the interest of the Black Students community at Bournemouth University and by extension Bournemouth & Environs.

2. Create and Foster the advancement of the black community & Identity in Bournemouth.

3. Promote programs for the recognition of the black student community at Bournemouth University & Environs.

Hi, I’m Josef Semugooma, and I’m a first year Business Student.

I am looking to become BU’s next Black PTO! 

I will work with the SU to extend the channels of communication between black students to enhance interconnectedness. We will hold more culturally oriented events which will allow more students voice’s to be heard!. 

Before arriving at BU, I worried that I wouldn’t fit in as a black student, but so far I've been amazed with the growing community. I intend to further increase our presence through more time investment into societies, diversity campaigns and inviting black creatives and intellectuals. 

I am Aishwarya in my final undergraduate year in Communication and Media. I am 21 years and a person of color with cerebral palsy from birth. I have returned from my placement year in Glasgow, Scotland with three organisations - Glasgow Women's Library, Amina BME and Muslim Women's Resource Center and Anti-Racist Woodlands Community Library.

I want to stand for Disabilities, Accessibility and Neuro-Diverse Part Time Officer because I believe that all of us are a change-maker in our own lives.

I want to work together with Full-time student officers in making my campus more inclusive, welcoming and safe. 

My name is Kate, I am a 36-year-old mum of five with dyslexia, physical and mental health diagnosis’. I also have two neurodiverse children.  I am rallying for this role to be a voice for other students. I will listen and take on board things bought to light that the university can improve on as well as feedback things that are going well. I will be a listening ear and advocate for those that feel unheard and speak for those with passion, empathy and mostly solidarity. 

Hi! I have an interesting concoction of chronic conditions and disabilities which makes being a student (and just general existing) difficult. I am running for this position as I want to try make it easier for others in my community.

I plan to:

• Lobby for a smoother/more effective system for people with chronic conditions trying to get extensions
• Create a funding scheme so that people can access more recourses (similar to the Gender Fund)
• Raise more awareness for different disabilities/chronic illness through signposting and information
• Update the allyship page
• Fix the Instagram page

As your liberation officer I would:

• Overhaul, update, and better promote the Gender Expression Fund.
• Make the G(end)er swap more frequently available and accessible.
• Work alongside other officers to improve the quality of students with intersectional interests.
• Work with societies to ensure that they are providing you equal opportunities.
• Increase promotion of the Allyship hub.
• Listen to you and make sure you feel heard.

I want you to feel safe at our university, I hope you can trust me to do so.

I am a bisexual girl from Asia. I was 16 when I started to realise that I also liked girls and was confused about my gender definition, which I know happens to a lot of LGBT and Gender Identity + people as well, and it's been a long challenge for all of us. I met more and more people later in my life and I have been there for them through a lot. So I sincerely hope to have more opportunities at university to help my mates have a voice, or anything else I can do. Please vote for me.

Empower Student Voices: I'm committed to amplifying student voices, ensuring their concerns and feedback are heard and valued in faculty decisions.

Transparency and Accountability: I'll promote transparency in faculty matters, making information on policies and decisions accessible to students. I'll hold faculty members accountable for fairness and equity.

Positive Change and Collaboration: I'll foster a culture of collaboration, working with faculty, administrators, and students to identify and implement improvements that enhance our academic experience. Together, we can shape a brighter future for our faculty.

Hi, I’m Josef, and I’m a first year BABM/E Student.

I want you to have the best student experience possible!

I stand on 3 concrete promises.

1. Any student in BUBS can anonymously pass their concerns directly to the FR and expect them to be actioned upon.
2. Students will get value for money from their education, and will not be negatively impacted by the inevitable strikes.
3. Every decision BUBS makes will be for the benefit of students.

I have a great track record of successfully representing students while maintaining positive relations with staff, and want to continue advocating for you! 

I am humbled to offer myself in your service and the greater good of our academic community. With over 8 years’ experience, across key leadership and management position, I am convinced that I have the character to lead such a talented, diverse and dynamic set of students. My Agenda is predicated on the mission to inspire a Business school that leaves no one behind.

Opportunities: Prepare students for the future of work, access global opportunities, with emphasis on employability skills. 

Interaction – encourage activities that bring Business students together, to foster valuable relationships and lifelong friendships. 

Inclusion - structured information system.

I am Stephan Rodrigues, A Student Rep pursuing MSc. Management with HR and I look forward for Business School Rep.

>>  I  will Improve every students experience by Adding more Value to it. Be it  Academics, Time Tables,  Jobs, Assignments, Accomodation or Any Issues you are facing, you are always welcome to come up to me for any Assistance.

>> I have been nominated recently to the TOP TWO Business School  Rep  Awards. I work Closely with our Faculies.

>>>  We are gonna have a lot of Student Events and Activities lined up.

Looking forward to serve you. Lets Rock Together.

Thank you for Voting for me. 

My name is Kate, I am a 36 year old student in mental health nursing. I have five children and am looking to stand for this role to enable health and social care students a voice and opportunity to be heard. As a third year student I have not been without my struggles through the course and believe some of these could have been rectified had my voice been heard. I aim to feedback from students in a way that is professional, prompt and (hopefully) productive. 

 I’m currently in my second year studying MSc Mental Health Nursing and I'm applying for the position of Faculty Rep Health and Social Sciences. My manifesto focuses on three key areas:

• Student Representation: I will work with Student Representatives to ensure that the voices of students in the HSS Faculty are heard, feedback documented on SimOn and needs met.
• Academic Excellence: I will work with the faculty to ensure students are fully supported in achieving academic excellence.
• Community Engagement: I will work to build a sense of belonging among HSS students, by fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual support.

Last year, I was elected to be your officer and this year I want continue the momentum that I built last year in regards to my campaigns. 

I believe actions speak louder than words so. 

Last year I assisted/spear-headed. 

• Assisted in the development of the SUBU Room at Lansdowne, making it more comfortable and a more likely place for students to hang out 
• Encouraged and suggested the use of Lansdowne for clubs and society events 
• A active student rep and student voice advocate. 
• President of Bournemouth Appreciation Society 

#reelectoli!

A common question people ask is why vote for someone they know nothing about, to stand in as a voice for their faculty.

I am an accountable and transparent individual who wishes to be in the position where I can aid students in their journey, not just with their course but their mental health, accommodation, and other factors that may hinder their ability to reach their goals.

I strive to be more involved in the community and promote engagement amongst others. Collaborate with the student body to make everyone's university life experience run smoother and become more memorable.

I see the Media and Communication department to hold the maximum potential to play around with diverse and exciting opportunities. As it’s Faculty Representative, I aim to enhance student services in terms of better academic support and advice that also aids students to connect with the industry to gain exposure and scope. I also hope to bring in student experiences while planning aspects that directly affect the students, such as time-table scheduling, peer-tutoring programs and student activities within the curriculum.

I truly believe the right approach could boost each student’s learning experience and I hope to create this holistic environment.

I believe in a more connected BU. Especially in such a well interconnected world, we should be taking more advantage of modern platforms to connect students, alumni and prospective students on both a formal and informal basis.