Undergraduate Student Nominee Statements for University of Guelph-Humber Senate Seat
– Elect One (1)
Hannah Derue
As your candidate for UofGH Senate representative, I commit to empowering the students at UofGH. I am dedicated to bringing the voices of Guelph-Humber students to the University of Guelph Senate through bold advocacy. I stand for intersectional, interdisciplinary, and interpersonal leadership on UofGH Senate.
Hooria Katal
I would like to be a part of Student Senate for the University of Guelph-Humber for several reasons. As I understand, Student Senate are responsible for academic programs, policies and regulations related to both the University of Guelph and the University of Guelph-Humber. I would like to represent my colleagues to the best of my ability regarding making any changes to programs, determine/regulate the educational policy, and matters in connection to scholarship and bursaries. I would like to take on a leadership role on Student Senate to make changes where possible. I would like to create more bursary and scholarship programs, as well as improve the study abroad program for students at Guelph-Humber. I am very passionate about having opportunities and being successful, and by creating more scholarships/bursary programs for students I feel that more students would be able to enjoy the same or more opportunities as others. I would also like to be a part of Student Senate as it will enhance my social, communication and leadership skills. I always look for experiences to improve my personal skills. By representing the students of Guelph-Humber, I will use these skills to best of my ability, to improve and implement any changes where need be.
Thank you for considering my nomination application. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Saffiya Lulat
I would be an excellent candidate for Senate because I am aware of the academic programs, regulations, and policies related to both University of Guelph and the University of Guelph-Humber. This summer, I had the privilege of meeting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau while working for MP Yasmin Ratansi, a Federal Member of Parliament for the Liberal Party of Canada. In Ottawa, I was able to influence government policy and that is when I realized that I must be part of the decision making process in order to make a real difference.
As a result, I ran for the Board of Director position for Ignite and was elected by the students of the University of Guelph-Humber. Being a part of Senate would allow me to further ensure that the opinion of the University of Guelph-Humber students are being valued and taken into consideration.
Moreover, being senator will allow me to influence what happens to our academic careers, impacting decisions, and creating real change. As an aspiring lawyer, this will provide me invaluable experience that I can only get through this extraordinary opportunity.
As Ghandi once said, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
Emelia Maceasik
My name is Emelia Maceasik and I am a third-year Psychology student. During my time at Guelph-Humber, I have volunteered to participate in various clubs and events. I am the Humber College Chapter President of Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy—we seek to disseminate information on the safe and responsible use of common substances as a form of harm reduction. I also volunteer with Humber College's Sustainability Club, promoting eco-friendly activities to engage students in reducing waste and helping to conserve our ecosystem. As a Senator, my goal is to represent the interests and concerns of all students at Guelph-Humber; accurately reflecting these in any of my decisions that will impact future policy and regulations, furthering our goal of maintaining an accepting, inclusive campus environment.
Kayla Terceira
My name is Kayla Terceira and I am a strategic, futuristic, and energetic student. It is my passion to do what is best for the students and for the University of Guelph-Humber. I have decided to run for senate for one of two reasons. One, I want to ensure that UoGH has a voice and our unique needs are reflected in the Senate’s decisions. The second reason I am is that I am the best person for the job. Since we are so small, UoGH needs someone to use their voice for other peoples’ needs and do so with humility. To me, humility means that I understand that I am not above my peers. What I think is best for the school does not trump what they want. It involves critically thinking about what their needs are, and what the senate can do. The students of UoGH also deserve someone who is strong willed, confident, and outspoken without alienating the other members of senate. I can work well with people who have differing opinions and treat them with respect. I also think through all my actions to minimize risks to myself, as well as others. Thank You.