SU23 - Ragland Immanuel Stephen for Postgraduate Education officer
Ragland Immanuel Stephen
I am an International Masters degree student in Data Analytics with a background in Computer Science and Engineering. Actively participating in multiple associations and organising events related to the subjects and different interest is something that I have been passionate about since my undergraduate degree. I worked as the department secretary in the Computer Science Association as an undergraduate student, where I got an opportunity to not just conduct a lot of events for four years, but also to establish the proudest society of my own subject area. Also, I have worked with top MNCs (Accenture) for four years in various departments and leadership teams. I am addicted to learning new languages and exploring new cultures.
Furthermore, I have always wanted to take my skills to the next level, and I believe that representing Queen’s Postgraduate Student Officer would be an honour. I am aware that there will be many issues ahead, but I am here to listen to you and advocate your concerns to the highest level.
As your representative on the council, I would aim to ensure that:
Your Voice
Anyone can have their voice heard and express their opinions on the running of the university, regardless of faculty, year or any other factor
The student body (you!) are kept informed of the decisions made by the council
Decisions made by the council are to the benefit of all students
Regular meetings with faculties and school reps are held to ensure all student needs are being met inside and outside the classroom.
QUB Alumni Network function to create accessible and frequent job fairs and networking opportunities for students
Wednesday no class
No classes on Wednesday after 1PM
More career development events on Wednesday afternoons
Employee and students connect every Wednesday evening
No more morning 9AM classes and all classes will end by 6PM.
Library
5000+ new books and more copies of books in library
New book shop in McClay Library with discounts
Adding 1000+ digital contents and free online courses
All lectures will be recorded and uploaded in teams
Study less practice more
Eight+ Industrial visits per year for each student
70 percent practical and 30 percent theory in all of the subjects
More hackathons and competitions in each school
100+ real time projects
Diversity
Welcome events for all students
Guidance events planned for international students living in Belfast
Regular cultural activities and cultural programs
Multiple events for global opportunities
Health care
Dedicated doctor team in university campus.
Free medical kid in all the buildings for all students
Better support for mental wellbeing
PhD
Gathering events once a month for all students
Implementing mentors and mentees program for PhD students
Student union
Student discounts at SU shops
Free gym and free laundry in SU
Free printout for first 50 copies
Sanitary pads in every building
Dietary friendly foods in SU shops (Halal, Vegan etc)
Finance
Reducing tuition fees and accommodation fees
Increase availability of studentships, grants, and scholarships to Postgraduate students
Pet
Once a month, students may gather together with their pets.
To see all the candidates running, visit the Queen’s SU website