The Candidates: Education

Voting is now closed – thank you everyone for getting involved! We will announce the results soon.

Running for Full-time Education Officer

Soham Chougale

Hey UCB legends I’m Soham (He/Him), I’m here to represent YOU. Whether it’s academic concerns, ideas for change, or simply being heard, I’ll do whatever it takes to make sure your voice matters. 
 I bring a mix of lived experience, proven skills, and genuine passion for students that means I won’t just hold the role – I’ll actively use it to make things better for UCB students.
VOTE FOR SOMEONE WHO DOES WHATEVER IT TAKES.

1.YOUR Course , YOUR Way:  Safeguard YOUR interests and ensure YOU receive the educational value you have paid for   Uni Budget and Spending Transparency for YOUR investment

2. Pathway to Placement: Increase number of quality placement opportunities through strategic collaborations

3. Continue the International Students Campaign Protect the two-year Graduate Route visa and challenge the proposed levy Value international students as vital contributors to UK society, not “just Cash Cows”

Running for Part-time Education Officer

Bibek Bhandari 

My name is Bibek Bhandari, and I am a first-year International Hospitality and Tourism Management student.
In this role, I will bring strong communication skills, dedication, and genuine passion for helping others. Students should vote for me because I will listen, act on feedback, and work hard to turn ideas into real improvements at UCB.
I am friendly, organized, and always willing to listen. I want to make sure every student feels supported and heard in university.

1. My first aim would be to help students share their ideas and problems. Many students are shy, so I want to be someone they can trust. I will listen carefully and ensure their voices reach teachers and staff.

2. My second aim is to improve the learning experience. I will gather feedback on assignments, timetables, and teaching methods, and work with teachers to make learning easier and enjoyable.

3. My third aim is to act as a bridge between students and university staff. I will represent students’ opinions in meetings, communicate updates clearly, and organize opportunities like surveys or group discussions so everyone can participate.

IMAM AHMAD SAHABEY

Hi, I’m Imam Ahmad, and I’m standing to be your Education Officer because I believe every student deserves high-quality teaching, fair assessment, and real academic support. I understand the pressures of deadlines, exams and balancing study with work, and I want to ensure student voices are heard where it matters most.
I bring strong communication skills, organisation and a genuine commitment to improving the academic experience. I’m approachable, proactive and ready to represent students in meetings with confidence. I will listen carefully to feedback and work collaboratively with staff to push for meaningful improvements in teaching, feedback turnaround times and academic support.
Vote for me because I will prioritise fair assessments, clearer communication from lecturers and better academic support across all levels of study. I will make sure your concerns don’t go unheard and push for practical, realistic changes that improve everyday student life.

1.Student Voice in Every Classroom

2. Real Support, Not Just Promises.

3. Clear Feedback. Clear Direction

Prakriti Yadav

Hi, my name is Prakriti Yadav I am a third-year Business Enterprise student at UCB. I believe in being approachable, open-minded and always willing to step forward when support or guidance is needed.
Besides my academics, I have been actively focused on my part time work, where I interact with different people from diverse backgrounds. These continuous daily interactions have helped me greatly in learning how to connect, communicate, listen to their needs, and provide clear and helpful guidance. On top of that, my ability to work as a team, manage resources, and lead other staff members are some qualities that I believe will be highly valuable in this role.
Over the past two years I have experienced university life from day one. So I know the academic system and challenges students face, As a Academic Officer, I will represent your voice, improve communication, and strengthen academic support for everyone.

1.Promote Students academic interest in university committees.

2. Work with academic students societies.

3. Improving support, fairness, and communication for all students.