Your Union – Meet the Sabbs

Alex Nutt - Academic Affairs

Hello! I’m Alex Nutt and I’m the principal representative of the Students’ Union to the University.
I primarily deal with Academic issues and head up the Education Unit here in the Students’ Union which provides free, impartial advice and support for students if you are having any problems with your course.
I also campaign to the University for improvements in your education here during your time here at Leicester to ensure that you have an exceptional experience.
I also run the course rep system which enables you t make a real difference in campaigning for improvements to your course and assisting your peers so make sure you come and get involved!

If you would like to speak to me, here’s how you contact me:
e-mail: su-academic@le.ac.uk
Facebook: facebook.com/alexnutt
Twitter: twitter.com/AlexNutt

Thom French - Campaigns & Involvement

Hi! I’m Thom French and I’m your Campaigns and Involvement Officer. It’s my job to run all of the priority campaigns set by the Student Parliament and oversee the democratic aspects of the Union.

I’m trying to provide activism in a time of apathy, to get you all active within your Union, by making the Union relevant to the needs of our students, and ensuring that every student has an equal opportunity to get involved regardless if they are undergraduate, mature student or distance learner.

Got an idea for a campaign? Contact me on:

0116 223 1125
campaign.involvement@le.ac.uk
twitter.com/thomSUcampaigns

Suzi Burtenshaw -  Welfare & International

Hey, I’m Suzi Burtenshaw, the Welfare and International officer. This means that I am the principle contact betwen the Students’ Union and University Welfare and International Offices. I am in charge of the welfare of all students, as well as dealing with any issues international students have. I’m also responsible for maintaining strong community links and overseeing the welfare services provided by the Students’ Union. If you have ever have any issues or problems, please feel free to get in contact with me via the information below or just pop in and see me in my office which is located in the Students’ Union building if you want some impartial advice or even just a chat.
Contact me on:
E-mail - su-wiofficer@le.ac.uk
Phone - 01162 231126
Facebook - www.facebook.com/suziburtenshaw
Twitter - @suziburtenshaw

Lily Davis - Strategy and Communications (Union Development Elect)

Hi there! My name is Lily Davis and I’m the Strategy and Communications Officer. My job role involves making sure that students views are heard with regards to your services as well as making sure you know whats going on within your building! I am currently reviewing the Students’ Union strategy in order to keep the union relevant to you, our membership. I am also in charge of the website so if you have any queries regarding your society page or anything on the website please get in contact.

Get in contact with me via:
su-services@le.ac.uk
twitter.com/catherinelily
0116 223 1140

Fénian Ó Dughaén - Student Activities

Fáilte! Welcome!

This is Fénian speaking here. It is my job to oversee the strategical and political development of student led activity within the Students’ Union. Whether it be concerning a sports club or society’s funding, through to constitutional changes, long term development, or media related matters; I’m here to provide the structure and leadership in order to develop student groups beyond the microcosm of here-and-now, and instead to ensure growth and development for the future of all clubs, societies and media groups at our SU.

FIND ME:
If you need me, be it to raise a concern, draw my attention to something, or just to have a friendly chat; I want to make it as easy as possible for you to be able to contact and/or find me. I am located, along with my colleagues, in the Executive office (upstairs in the ‘West Wing’ of the SU), alternatively you can locate me in the Activities Resource Center (ARC) office.

My ‘in the Union’ times are usually 11am - 6pm, Mon - Fri; I am also available at weekends upon prior arrangement. My ‘in the Union’ times represent a comittment to try and be there for you, when you need me. I am very happy to come and meet *you* at a location and time that is *convenient to you* - drop me an email and we shall sort something out.

If you cannot find me directly, don’t hesitate to drop me an email; su-activities@le.ac.uk - that’s the address you need. Or, you can of course, call me (0116) 223 1127.

Slán go fóill! Take care!
Fénian

su-activities@le.ac.uk
www.facebook.com/therealfenian

Dan Flatt - Academic Affairs Elect

Hey everybody, I’m Dan Flatt and I will be your Academic Affairs Officer for the 2012/2013 year. I am 22 and am originally from Milton Keynes. My undergraduate degree was BA Modern Languages with Management. I first got involved with the Students’ Union in my second year attempting to try and close the German department from closure. Although I was unsuccessful, I soon became hooked on the Students’ Union. I have formed a couple of large societies, the Modern Languages Society and the Language Exchange Society and have loved being able to meet new people from all over the year.

I am approachable, enthusiastic and proactive. I cannot wait to help providing the ‘Exceptional’ student experience in my year of office. Make sure you get in touch if you need anything, my door will always be open :-)

James Farndon - Campaigns & Involvement Elect

Hi Everyone! I’m James Farndon and I’ll be your Campaigns and Involvement Officer next year. My role will be to oversee the democratic structures of the Union and run the Union’s priority campaigns.

My aim is to run campaigns that students are really passionate about and I want to increase Union engagement with all students, whether they are undergrad, postgrad, mature or a distant learner. My first campaign will be one directly chosen by students, a first for Leicester! I’m currently finishing my BA in History and Politics and am an active campaigner for human rights and social justice. Over summer I’ll be busy improving how the Union engages with you and planning some exciting campaigns so if you have any thoughts, questions or an idea for a campaign you’d like to see the SU run don’t hesitate to get in touch at jwf6@le.ac.uk.”

Maryna Danny - Welfare & International Elect

Hayley Symington - Activities Officer Elect

I’m Hayley and I’ll be the new Activities Officer in 2012/2013. I’m a bit of a self professed nerd and get very excited about Shakespeare, going to the theatre, period dramas and that kind of thing. I’m really into music at the moment too; I recently started going to loads of random gigs and finding new bands which feeds into the radio show I present called Haywire.  I enjoy journalism too; I’m editing our University newspaper at the moment, and I have been working closely with other magazines around the city and have gained a lot of insight into the world of media which I think will really support our student media groups next year. I have lots of drive for the long-term development of all of our student groups though, and have big plans for the year ahead, so keep your eyes peeled for big changes! I’m striving to be a really approachable and hands-on executive, so always feel free to drop me an email to hs175 or pop in to let me know what you’re working on, and how you’re getting on!