Candidate for the position of GSU Officer

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Shannon Fisher

Want something done? Shannon’s the one

Who am I?

Shannon Fisher, third year student paramedic at Medway campus and president of Team Medway Netball Club. Hardworking, organised and committed to the job at hand and strives to make a difference. Passionate about raising students’ voices, every student should enjoy a fulfilling university experience. Engaging in multiple aspects of student life, I’ve seen the areas that need adjustment first hand. It’s time for change and I believe I’m the right person for the job, so I’m running for the role of GSU Officer.

 

What will I do?

Transport:

  • Investigate the potential overhaul of intercampus bus services, including: number of peak-time buses, timetabling, pricing, purchasing tickets, seat availability and scheduling.
  • Introduce bus services for late night events allowing better campus-to-campus integration.
  • Review of campus parking prices for commuters, particularly at Avery Hill. Examine the benefits of subsidised bus passes on public services. 

 

Events and Socials:

  • Schedule weekly club events and monthly competitions.
  • Establish course-based events allowing new students to socialise within their faculty, utilising student reps.
  • Joint cross-campus integration of social events.
  • Increased awareness of sports and societies available.
  • Review the development of a new on-campus bar at Avery Hill. 

 

Food and Drink:

  • Review pricing across all three campuses to ensure the options fit students’ budgets.
  • Develop food options to include the variety of ever-changing dietary and religious needs.

 

Welfare:

  • Address ineffective welfare support facilities.
  • Setup drop-in sessions for referrals to local services.
  • Explore options for an on-campus GP surgery.

 

Why me?

√ Successfully campaigned to improve sports facilities. 

√ Cemented good relationships with local sponsors and organisations as a key student volunteer. 

√ Ongoing collaborations with the union on careers, social events and sports. 

√ Welcoming and trustable with a passion for improvements that boost university standards and deliver satisfaction to your university experience.