As VP, I will elevate academic and career opportunities by integrating student feedback, strengthening industry networks, expanding research opportunities, and promoting inclusivity in STEM. I am dedicated to breaking down barriers for women, BAME, and disabled students to ensure everyone thrives at university and beyond graduation. Vote for Every Voice!
Who am I?
Hello, I'm Najah a current Pharmacology student who has a passion for improving the university experience for STEM students .I have worked as a PASS mentor, providing academic support to other Science and engineering faculty students so have a motivation for amplifying these voices to make change.I have also served as a volunteering champion, running volunteering opportunities for students, and I previously worked at the SU as the Black History Month community organiser.I am passionate about representing minority groups and implementing feedback to improve the overall university experience.
Your experience matters. By actively listening and turning your feedback into action, I will work to build a Science & Engineering faculty that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering as a whole.
I aim to support your academic, professional, and personal development by:
Improving Your Course:
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Advocate for more diverse academic guest speakers in STEM.
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Push for curriculum reviews and improvements to make them more accessible and reflective of our diverse students.
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Work to reduce attainment gaps through targeted academic mentoring and peer-support schemes.
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Push for changes in group work ( clearer structures & guidance and fairer grades)
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smooth transitions for all university courses for postgraduates to give more guidance
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Push for more transparent & targeted feedback and initiatives to help all students with academic progress
Enhancing Your Career Opportunities:
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Increase partnerships with STEM companies to expand internships, placements, and networking events.
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Develop targeted career initiatives supporting women, BAME students, international students, students with disabilities & students from low socioeconomic backgrounds
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Connect students with diverse alumni mentors working across STEM sectors and improve post-graduate roles awareness.
Improving Overall Student Well-being
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Tackling academic pressure by advocating for better spacing of deadlines and clearer assessment guidance.
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Promote open conversations around stress and mental well-being in STEM
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Strengthen peer-support networks within departments.
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Campaign for increased promotion of hardship funds and financial support.
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Awareness campaigns and academic check-ins to improve well-being in the early stages.
VOTE for Every Voice .VOTE to improve Opportunity, Inclusion, Growth, Success