Candidate for the position of President
Keep the Afro, Keep the Puppies and #ReElectAhmd Making Things Happen!
My name is Ahmd Emara and I’m re-standing to be your Students’ Union President. Before I was elected I just was a student doing a Masters in Law with a vision to make an impact on UWE. University is more than just a hub for studying; it is an experience. There’s still more to do to make that experience better, and I believe I’m the person to do it.
These are some of the things I’ve achieved for you:
The experience I’ve gained from this past year in office has given me the confidence and ability to be able to continue to keep pushing and representing the students’ corner. I want to represent you again, building on successes so far, by doing the following:
Improving the quality of your education! More study spaces and early release of lectures’ materials!
Make sure module criticism is listened to, student feedback acted upon and contact time is maximised.
Keep lobbying for more study spaces.
Improving your journey to and from University!
Continue lobbying for better bus services, cycling provisions and car parking, improving and expanding them.
Developing facilities on all campuses!
We are a multi-campus University! Other campuses should enjoy the same experience. I’ll lobby for vibrant and large spaces to hang out between lectures and more storage lockers.
Food should cater for the diversity we have at UWE, I’ll to lobby for more and affordable dietary requirements.
More microwaves on campus, hot water and other facilities available especially during exam periods.
Employability!
I’ll make sure we receive the essentials that prepare us for the working-world such as enough placement opportunities to enhance learning and employability.
Accommodation!
Some of our students are international or come from lower-income backgrounds, and struggle to get guarantors. Without one, landlords and agencies require 6-12 months rent in advance. I’ve lobbied the University for a Guarantor Scheme and want to make sure this is delivered.
Wellbeing!
I’ll continue lobbying for better funding for the Wellbeing service at UWE and more Petting Days.