3rd March 2020
Andrew Quinn Deputy Editor-in-Chief Amy McKenzie Smith is running as one of two candidates for SRC Vice President for Student Activities. Although she is not currently involved in the SRC, McKenzie Smith has experience of running large events as she is on the Board of Management at the Glasgow University Union (GUU). In her manifesto, ...
3rd March 2020
Bethany Woodhead Editor-in-Chief Ruaraidh’s manifesto was light and optimistic, focusing mainly on the Queen Margaret Union’s (QMU) image, improvements to facilities, and bringing the Union’s original ethos of activism back. In his interview he stresses the lack of student engagement, emphasising the need to win back students’ trust and push for better representation. He highlights ...
3rd March 2020
Blair Cunningham Deputy Culture Editor – Theatre Blake has established five manifesto action points for his candidacy as Honourary Secretary of the GUU. He is running against Ruaridh Fleck for the position. The role focuses on much of the day-to-day running of the Union, being second only to the president on the executive board. Blake’s ...
3rd March 2020
Hailie Pentleton Online Team Member Rachel Symon, an undergraduate Spanish and Classics student, is one of the four candidates hoping to become the Vice President of Student Support within the SRC. As a disabled student Rachel recognises and has experienced some of the issues she seeks to rectify if elected. This year, Rachel has served ...
3rd March 2020
Jasmine Urquhart and Blair Cunningham Reporter and Deputy Theatre Editor The SRC 2020 Spring Elections open at 9am on Wednesday 4 March and close at 5pm on Thursday 5 March. Here’s what went down at the non-sabbatical hustings, as well as the links you need to find candidate manifestos and where you can vote. Yesterday ...
3rd March 2020
Tara Gandhi Editor-in-Chief Liam Brady running uncontested to be the SRC President, following his year as SRC VP for Education. His manifesto focuses on welfare, academic support and improving the student experience. His time working as VP Education is clear in his manifesto as he clearly pinpoints what students are wanting from teaching at U ...
3rd March 2020
Holly Ellis Writer Nam Ranpuria is a second year law and politics student running for GUU president. She has previous experience on the GUU board and has been heavily involved within the welfare committee. With two years of experience, Nam is incredibly positive about the future of the GUU. The manifesto she offers intends to ...
3rd March 2020
Jordan Hunter Deputy News Editor Kelly MacArthur’s manifesto focuses on trying to make the appeal that QMU is historically known for, working to build inclusivity and welfare. She does this in several instances such as by promoting LGBTQ+ events, promoting mental health campaigns like Elephant in the Room, and combating gender-based violence. Her manifesto sets ...
3rd March 2020
Holly Jennings and Holly Ellis Views Editor and Writer Last night, the Glasgow University Sports Association (GUSA) held their spring council election hustings, where all council members had the opportunity to pitch their manifestos to an open room and answer questions from the audience, both live and from the live stream on their Facebook page. ...
3rd March 2020
Jordan Hunter and Silas Pease Deputy News Editor and Reporter Didn’t make it to the QMU? Don’t worry, Jordan and Silas have a run down of all the positions and questions, from the serious to the silly. Last night culminated the first day of election action, and QMU hosted the hustings for their non-executive positions. ...
