Candidate for the position of GSU Officer

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Vaishnavi Yadav

Decode, Develop, Deliver: Greenwich Beyond Limits !

Hello! My name is Vaishnavi Yadav, passionate about making a positive impact on the student experience at the University of Greenwich. I truly believe that every student at Greenwich deserves more opportunities, better support, and a stronger community. As an international MSc psychology student, I understand the challenges students face- be it financial pressures, mental health struggles, accommodation issues, or career uncertainties. My mission is to make a real difference in these areas and ensure that every student feels supported, heard, and empowered.

My Vision

As your GSU Officer, my focus will be on real, practical solutions that will have long-term impact on your university experience. 

 My Key Campaigns and Promises:
 
1. More funding and scholarships:

  • Advocate for increased funding and scholarships for international students pursuing master's or PhD programs. 

2. Affordable Accommodation Plan:

  •  Work with the university and local housing agencies to negotiate lower student accommodation costs or launch a 'House Support Team' to work with to assist students in finding affordable, safe housing.

3. More Career Fairs:

  • Organizing frequent career fairs to provide professional LinkedIn profile-building workshops or conduct CV-writing sessions and personalized feedback reviews to boost students' chances of securing jobs.

4. Bridging the gap:

  • Launch Graduate Mentorship Programme, where PhD and master's graduates guide current students. Organizing 'Ask a phD' Q&A panels to give students insights into research opportunities and career growth.

5. Mindful Mondays: 

  • Introducing weekly stress management workshops, yoga, meditation, and fitness activities to support student well-being. 


Why Vote for Me?
- I understand your challenges.
- I am committed to transparency- I will actively listen to student concerns and work hard to deliver results. 
- I want every student to feel supported and empowered - whether financially, mentally, or professionally. 

Let's make Greenwich a place where EVERY student thrives.