Our Trustee Board consists of your three Full-Time SU Officers, up to four Student Trustees, and up to four External Trustees.
Naifa Juma - SU President
Why did you become a Trustee?
I became a Trustee because I believe students deserve to have a genuine voice in the decisions that shape their university experience, and I wanted to help ensure that voice is represented at the highest level.
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
I think one of the biggest challenges facing Worcester students is balancing the increasing pressures of academic life, finances, work, and wellbeing while still feeling connected to their university community.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
As a Trustee, I hope to bring a thoughtful and student-centred perspective, championing inclusivity, and helping make decisions that create lasting, positive change for both current and future students.
Clara Day - Vice President Education
Why did you become a Trustee?
I became a trustee as part of my officer duties to help guide the organisation in the right direction.
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
The biggest challenge students are facing currently is the financial crisis as it forces students to work more, and study less.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
I hope to bring passion and knowledge to the board!
Lois Stevens - Vice President Student Activities
Why did you become a Trustee?
I became a trustee to gain valuable experience, meet new people and help make change for Worcester students.
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
I think the cost of living crisis is a huge challenge, I think it’s a permanent source of stress for students and they deserve a break from all there stresses.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
I hope to bring positivity and good collaboration skills to the board.
Harish Tank - Lay Trustee
Why did you become a Trustee?
I currently work in Higher Education and wanted to give something back to students by helping with providing my knowledge and experience
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
The current cost of living crisis and the uncertainty in the economy, which notably effects future prospects.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
I hope to bring a wealth of knowledge to ensure that the SU is running the most effectively and efficiently for its students.
Ian Hamley - Lay Trustee
Why did you become a Trustee?
I wanted to find a way of bringing value into a student-focused organisation.
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
I think students face more financial barriers than ever before and balancing work, family and study commitments is more demanding than when I started university in the 1990s.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
I hope to be a critical supportive friend to the management of the SU and will bring a calm, reasoned and friendly style to help make the SU the best it can be for all of the University’s students.
William Callaway - Lay Trustee
Why did you become a Trustee?
To volunteer some of my time in a governance space and hopefully make a contribution to the student experience at Worcester.
What is the biggest challenge facing Worcester students right now?
Students need an institution that stays relevant and solvent in a post-pandemic 21st century digital world. One that continues to re-invent itself and thrive.
What do you hope to bring to the Trustee Board?
A bit of humour, some experience, a lot of good will, and a willingness to listen and learn.