Student Trustee (x4)

Part-time Voluntary Alongside your studies

The Student Trustees make up 6 of the 18 members of the Board of Trustees, who are responsible for the management, oversight, and administration of the Students’ Union. You’ll have the responsibility to ensure the Students' Union is following its legal, financial and strategic duties as a Charity, and bring your own university and Students' Union experience to the Board.

This is a 2-year post (1 year if you are in your final year).

The Candidates

Awais Syed

Vote Awais Syed for Student Trustee! As a Business with Law student, Senior Ambassador, and police officer, I bring leadership, integrity, and diverse experience. I’ll champion your voice, promote wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability. Together, we can make Queen Mary a better, safer, and more vibrant community for all students.

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Diya Mary Selastin

Trust Diya For Trustee! As your current QMSU President, I chair the Board of Trustees and the only student member of the university council. Allow me to continue contributing meaningfully to your student experience by voting for me so that I can be here for you for another year. ♡

Zaib Danish Ali

Hello everyone! I’m Zaib Danish Ali, a second-year Business Management student and your current Liberation Representative at QMSU. I’ve worked to champion inclusivity and strong student representation. I’m committed to keeping SU student-driven, accountable, and inclusive. Vote for me if you want experienced leadership that listens and represents every student.

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Jasmine Thapar

I am standing for Student Trustee at Queen Mary Students’ Union because I believe students deserve fearless representation. As a law student, I'm trained to question, challenge, and defend. I will stand up to injustice, listen with empathy, and use my voice to protect student interests and drive meaningful change.

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Sude Naz Ciftci

Hi everyone! As a Law student and Course Representative, I understand the importance of good governance and management. I want to use my experiences and skills to ensure QMSU is up to high standards and well-run for all students through my dedication and commitment. Thank you!

Anushka Rawat

Anushka Rawat, a Year 2 Law international student and current International Representative at QMSU, is committed to transparent, ethical, and sustainable governance. As a member of the Ethical and Sustainable Investment Forum, I will ensure student funds are responsibly managed while amplifying student voices where decisions matter most.

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Ilke Kirmizitas

Hi, I’m Ilke Kirmizitas, a Business and Management student running for Student Trustee at Queen Mary Students’ Union. I aim to represent students responsibly, prioritising transparency, financial sustainability, and long-term planning. I will hold leadership accountable, ensuring student interests are represented with analytical, informed, and future-focused decision-making.

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Yousef Arabchahi

From Course Rep to Dental President, I fiercely advocated for 500+ students, ensuring faculty addressed both daily and long-term issues. Accountability is my core value. I have always kept leaders answerable to students, and I will bring that same scrutiny and dedication to the Student Trustee Board.

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Muhammad Adeen Asim

Hi, I'm Adeen Asim, studying Business Management, and I’m running to be your Student Trustee! I believe student representation must extend beyond slogans. It influences financial decisions, governance, and long-term strategy. As your Trustee, I will ensure that every decision is transparent, prudent, and aligned with student priorities & wellbeing.

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Eesa Farooqui

I’m standing to be a Student Trustee to ensure student voices shape real decisions. I will listen widely, challenge constructively, and communicate clearly between students and the board. My focus is transparency, equity, and long-term student benefit across education, wellbeing, and community. I bring experience, integrity, accountability, and commitment forward.

Tahmid Chowdhury

Vote for a trustee with proven leadership and public‑speaking strength. QMSU faces a negative reserve, rising costs, major estates choices, and sector risks. I offer sound judgement, experience, and strong governance. I will ensure financial clarity, strategic focus, and student‑centred oversight guide every Board decision..

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Armita Jafarian

I’m applying to be a Student Trustee because I genuinely care about students feeling heard, supported, and fairly represented. I want to help make thoughtful decisions that positively impact the whole university community.As an Iranian student, I also understand how important support and understanding can be, especially during difficult times.

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The results are in

View your elected representatives for 2026/2027

Got a question? Email us at su-elections@qmul.ac.uk