President
Thom Groot
In the 1st year of its new existence, the RCSU has made an incredible contribution to the science students. I believe that if elected as RCSU President, I will be able to keep the upward line going, and ensure that the RCSU will outgun the engineers, miners and medics for the second year in a row.
A vote for me, is a vote for an experienced and strong leader. I have acted as the Chemistry Dep Rep last year, and have held various positions in other societies, taking on responsible roles and delivering results.
I promise enthusiasm and plenty of hard work for the job in hand. The RCSU has a big legacy, and there are some big boots to fill, however, I am confident I will be able to keep the RCSU in the top spot!
Vote Thom for RCSU President!
Jennifer Morgan
Vote for me! I’m the best, most experienced candidate! I’m approachable, dedicated, enthusiastic and fun!
As welfare officer this year I’ve actively advised students when problems arose and I’ve successfully fought for people’s ‘welfare’!
I’m definitely familiar with union politics - I’m on council, the representation and welfare board and other funky committees. I’ve frequently gone the extra mile to help out the union.
I really care about the RCSU and understand its fragile position in the future. We’ve done some great things this year and I’m going to match them and do better. I know what worked and what didn’t, and I have plenty of vision for the RCSU’s future! We still have to conquer The Savoy and The Dorchester!
We have the power to represent students and protect their interests and I want this to be publicised and utilised properly.
150 words just isn’t enough…email me at jm304@ic.ac.uk!
Vice President (Activities)
James Field
Why am I applying for the position of Vice President Activities (VPA)?
In short, I love organising large scale events! Since arriving at Imperial, I have organised Mistletoe Mayhem and The Exchange. The RCSU made over £1000 profit through these two events which I am using to provide free alcohol at the RCSU's end of term party (Super Heroes and Villains).
I proved my undying commitment to the RCSU during RAG week in which I was 'allegedly' a member of the Hit Quad and also dressed as a transvestite for the RCSU's Blind-Date.
Through my regular attendance of the weekly RCSU committee meetings, I have gained a valuable insight into the responsibilities of VPA.
The position of VPA will allow me to bring you bigger and better events than ever before, so vote for me and prepare yourself for the best parties of your life!
Vice President (Operations)
David Charles
The main challenge faced by the RCSU is building upon the strong position achieved this year. As the RCSU continues to grow the importance of our clubs and societies will become even clearer. As an officer of the RCSU I have gained first hand experience of faculty union finance and have completed large scale projects demonstrating my drive and commitment. One of my main objectives if elected will be to increase sponsorship for the union meaning better events for all of us. Further, if I am elected I aim to raise the profile of the RCSU through strengthening the ties between our campuses and between the RCSU and external groups. I will strive to create stronger ties departmental societies which will allow them to better cater to the needs of individual students and allowing everyone to get involved. Bringing the RSCU closer together means a better RCSU for all.
Honorary Junior Treasurer
Ester de Roij
Nothing submitted
Shuangzi Guo
As a first year mathematics student I have enjoyed my life at Imperial College so much that I would like to pass on these pleasant experiences to other students. Being involved in the IC Telethon Fundraising Campaign and representing the college in Funkology as well as the Ballroom Team, I have participated in a lot of activities. Most of all, I greatly benefited from the events organized by the Union and my hall which is why I yearn to contribute to the welfare of all students. By running for the post of Honorary Junior Treasurer, I believe I can represent our interests to ensure an efficient RCS and its good collaboration with ICU. I’m a friendly and open-minded team-player and I am aware of the responsibilities which I would be eager to take as I have already proved as an A-level committee member and a house rep at my hall.
Honorary Secretary
Michael Coombe
Some of you may feel as if Honorary Secretary is an insignificant role, but if you think its just about handling minutes and communications .You’re wrong, because to me it means more than that. I think given the opportunity I could bring a new edge to the RCS:
First and Foremost my time management and general organization is very good, I also possess a characteristic that allows me to work well under pressure.
My work ethic is excellent; coming from a lesser background I believe it’s always important deliver more or at least strive to.
I believe I can improve the organization behind events: - not just efficiency and communications but the overall quality of the occasion.
Administration is key; I believe I have many skills required to further progress the union, skills picked up via previous endeavors in business.
I’m also vibrant, innovative and outgoing; I would love the opportunity to represent you so…
Keep it Real …
please vote for me!
Academic Affairs Officer
Andreas Esau
Hey guys,
I am a first year biochemist and I am running for Academic Affairs Officer because I think we students should make sure that college is aware of our needs and considers students' voice when making decisions, which affect courses and everything else related to our studies. Ensuring this is done as best as possible will be one of my main objectives and in order to do so your opinion and questions will be essential for me. I will therefore try to be available as much as I can via email or on campus.
During my work at a non-profit organisation I learned how to negotiate in meetings to get more resources from people who try to tough it out. This will surely be an advantage, which I will use to make sure students have their say.
Cheers,
Andreas
Welfare Officer
Inger Eriksson
Nothing submitted
James Wordsworth
Nothing submitted
Events Officer
Daniel Teutsch
I'm always hearing people ask why Imperial can be so boring at times. It's because not enough people are getting involved. If I'm elected as RCSU Events Officer, encouraging more participation would be my number one goal.
I plan to:
- Organise a wider variety of events, not just club nights.
- Secure as much free, discounted and subsidised alcohol for RCSU events as possible.
- Encourage Departmental Representatives to organise their own smaller events with the support of the RCSU.
Why do I think I can do the job? Simply, I've got experience and ambition. During the last year, I co-founded 'Friday Beers' to get students on my course talking more, and co-organised a very successful trip to Brighton that involved a diverse cross section from first year maths. Next year I'd like to be able to organise bigger and better events, so you should definately vote for me.
BroadSheet Editor
John Oloughlin
Broadsheet over the last year has been a paper impressive in content but lacking in readership. While keeping the science articles, I intend to balance the paper with more light-hearted content.
Vote John O'Loughlin for Broadsheet editor and I will create a paper with:
- More news less snooze
- Puzzles, games and funnier commentary for boring lectures
- 'Day in the life of' style feature for faculty members
- Lists of available placements and opportunities
- Comments section for debate
- Opportunities for everyone to write
- An interactive website with up to date faculty news and feedback
- Photos and coverage all of RCSU events
- Valentines Day feature
- Decent distribution
Vote for a focussed editor dedicated to the role.
Alexander Guite
Broadsheet should make you laugh. It should make you cry. It should make you cry with laughter. Sometimes it should even make you think. But most importantly it should keep you from gnawing your own arm off in the most miserably mundane of lectures.
Elect me and I will:
- Bring a humorous and engaging style to Broadsheet, from comedy to investigative reports.
- Give you more opportunities to get involved, not just as a writer but as a cartoonist, photographer, crossword setter or frankly anything else.
- Run fabulous competitions with exciting prizes, such as free tickets to RCSU events.
- Print Broadsheet on recycled paper.
- Deliver copies to Wye and Silwood.
- Wage war on error: I once got a free copy of the Oxford A-Z of Grammar with a national newspaper.
No more Bored-sheet: it's time to turn a new page.
Vote Alex Guite for Broadsheet.
RON
RON stands for all positions:
I’m here to tell you why you should vote RON. Really Oily Nachos? Randy Old Nuns? Re-Open Nominations, actually. (Really? Oh No! say other candidates, but that’s another RON.)
Vote for RON when I’m the only sensible candidate. Am I? Well let’s look at the others.
Will the Broadsheet editor take a stand for editorial independence and fill the mighty rag with nudity, which is what you really want? My arse. (I’ll bet that’ll get printed instead, perverts.)
Will the president get involved in some serious corruption on the scale of Watergate? No, they will actually be accountable! How sick is that?
In fact, most of these people are probably careerists who want these positions for their CV and will top themselves if they don’t win.
If you want to see people top themselves and say no to rotten candidates being elected, then do the right thing, and vote RON.
Other Positions
Physics Dep Rep
- Charlotte Holmes
Chemistry Dep Rep
- Robert Jarvis
Maths Dep Rep
- Mark Saleme
Biology Dep Rep
- Matthew Hayward
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