SU PRESIDENT CANDIDATES

Avram Iosif Brasoveanu(he/him/they/them)

Striking | Prosperity | Diligence

Why are you applying for this role?

Over my long course of tenure at this university I have seen many things that with the proper amount of oversight could be easily improved. I wish to dedicate my blood, sweat and tears to this role as I wish to make university a better place for others and myself. I believe that I provide all the necessary skills for this role as you will come to learn over my campaign.

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

I have many skills including leadership skills and micromanagement skills meaning I will be able to set out on many different project and succeed within them. I was part of the student council at my old sixth form also known as team Six and oversaw many projects including installing many air conditioning units making life easier for the students. Also we installed feminine hygiene products in both male and female toilets. We also advocated for all inclusive toilets.

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Daniel Casey(he/they)

Vibrant | Dependable | Uplifting

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Why are you applying for this role?

I want to be the next SU President because I feel that the SU has given me so much and enriched my university experience so deeply that I want to use this as my opportunity to give back. It’s difficult to imagine what my life here at Essex would have been without the Student’s Union. Being a member of TAS allowed me to find my place on campus, with people who share my interests. As LGBTQ+ Officer, I have been able to connect with my community on such a personal level I could never have imagined. I believe that I am the leader this University needs to make real change that will uplift everyone and forge stronger bonds across every community here at Essex.

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

Serving as TAS President has undoubtedly strengthened my leadership skills by placing me at the centre of creative, logistical, and interpersonal decision making. It has been my job to provide a strong and stable backbone to the society to ensure that members feel supported in letting their ambitious visions run wild. More generally, being a part of the theatre has made me a strong and confident communicator. As LGBTQ+ SCO, my entire role has been about amplifying the voices of my community to make sure their concerns and the issues they find important are being addressed within both the University and the SU. I have also, as a member of the SU Council been a part of finding and making solutions to key issues, always making my voice heard and putting forward policies where necessary.

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Ethan Summers(he/they)

Representation | Participation | Accountability

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Why are you applying for this role?

I wish to represent students, to make sure their experience is the best it can be. As we all well know, there are always difficult decisions to be made across the uni, and I wish to make sure students' concerns are not just heard, but are seriously considered I plan to:

Support the other Student Leaders to do their best to support you
Promote students' participation and engagement in the SU (particularly for undergraduates)
Protect students' experience, in their studies, and their time at university
Ensure all students, nomatter their level, nomatter their course, nomatter their situation, feel represented and fairly considered
Fight for increased transparency and accountability, so students know the justification for, and change the effects of, decisions that will effect them

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

Across my life at Essex (including in my course) I regularly speak to students across departments, from Law, to Economics, to LiFTS. As a student rep, as well as personally, I am always interested in what students have to say, and I am comfortable raising students' concerns, creating specific and actionable plans, and pushing until solutions are enacted. In my course, I have learnt how to support other students (and myself) to use their full capability, without micromanaging them. I have also developed excellent organisational and communication skills, and resiliance.

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Ingrid Jones(she/her)

Empathetic | Progressive | Determined

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Why are you applying for this role?

🌸Hey guys🌸 My name is Ingrid and I'm running to be your next SU President. I am running for the role of SU President because I want to make the changes and provide the support that I wish I had during my time at Essex.

Some of my ideas...

Student Activism:

⭐️Continue with the current efforts to divest and move away from any partnerships the University has with BAE Systems.

⭐️Begin a discussion between Students` Unions across the UK regarding Student Loans

Student Welfare:

⭐️Ensure the SU pressures and supports the University to accommodate religious festivals in relation to exams and assessments.

⭐️Advocate for affordable meals on campus

Southend:

⭐️Ensure Southend students receive continued support throughout their transition to Colchester Campus. I have many more ideas that I want to make reality. If you see me around campus, feel free to stop me and have a chat!

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

To share a bit more about myself...I am 22 years old, and I am a in my final year of undergrad studying International Relations. My hobbies and interests include fashion sustainability, upcycling old clothes into new items, baking, and travelling. Within the University, I have kept myself busy with many things, from nights out to sports clubs. Recently, I became a Student Ambassador and begun working on my Capstone Community Project which involves sustainability on campus. By drawing on my own student experience and listening to what students at Essex want, I hope to be able to support all Essex students by bringing new and exciting ideas and guidance through the difficult issues, from the closure to Southend to making campus a more accessible and lively place. Together, let’s create the change that reflects the students of today! 💖

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Ioanna Kyprianou (she/her)

Approachable | Student-led | Real

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Why are you applying for this role?

I’m applying for SU President because I care about the student experience and I know how frustrating it can feel when no one listens. I want to be someone students can actually talk to and trust. Being involved in different parts of campus life has shown me how much potential there is to improve things, whether that’s better communication between students and the university, better opportunities, or making events feel more inclusive and accessible. I also understand that behind every decision there’s a budget, priorities, and real constraints. That’s why it’s not just about ideas, it’s about making practical, realistic changes that actually work. I don’t just want to hold a title, I want to actively represent student voices and make sure funding and decisions genuinely reflect what students need. For me, it’s about transparency, accountability, and building a stronger community where everyone feels valued and properly represented.

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

Since my first year, I’ve been consistently involved in campus life through societies and sports teams such as the Music Society and the Women's football team. You would also typically find me at most campus events like Milk it or FED. Being in these spaces has meant more than just showing up, it’s meant building friendships, striking up conversations with new people, and hearing first hand what students enjoy and what they feel could be improved. Through this, I’ve gained confidence and learned how to connect with people easily, listen properly, and understand different perspectives. I understand what makes students feel included and what makes them feel they are being overlooked. I’m approachable, open-minded and willing to speak up when something isn’t right, because I care about making student life better for everyone.

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Mina Comez (she/her)

Ambitious | Approachable | Productive

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Why are you applying for this role?

My passion is to advocate for an Essex experience that is affordable, protected, and accessible for everyone. I aim to turn student feedback into action. I want to work towards a Union where every student is empowered, services are designed for your needs, and every activity becomes an unforgettable memory. Whether it’s protecting our societies and mental health services from cuts or ensuring highly engaged, inclusive activities, I want to be the bridge that connects your needs to the university’s decisions. Let's build an Essex that works for us all!

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

As a 3rd Year Politics and International Relations student, my time at Essex has been defined by building bridges. Whether representing the university as an Outreach Mentor supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds or working directly with the Government Department on research to improve our curriculum, my focus has always been on inclusive solutions. I am particularly proud of founding the "Become a Boss" initiative. By diagnosing barriers and leading with students, we transformed Career Services engagement from just 2 to over 40 students together. Ultimately, I received the Exceptional Service to the Big Plan Award for innovation and impact. Having served as President of the Turkish Society and a Peer Mentor for over 200 students, I have gained deep experience contributing to various departments across the university. My priority is to represent your voice, celebrate our diversity, and advocate for the rights every student deserves.

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Seif Ibrahim(he/him)

Perspicacious | Honest | Principled

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Why are you applying for this role?

I want to dedicate myself to ensure people are heard and listened to, especially the people who do not feel heard. This might come off as cliche, but I really do want to make a noticeable difference through acting based on the words and sayings of every student in the university. I believe that through team work and as the SU president we will make changes and achievements that as a family and university we will be proud of like never before.

What skills and experience would you bring to the role?

My main skill is discipline. If I give my word that I will do something, I will do it. This is a tendency a lot tend to ignore and thus promises are made but are never seen through. I have been in a lot leadership roles and through hard work and discipline I am proud of the achievements I have accomplished. Another important skill of mine is confidence, I will never be shy to go above and beyond in order to ensure agreed achievements are made.

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