That’s it, the 2024-25 Bristol SU Elections are complete!

After days of incredible campaigning from all candidates, 7861 voters and over 60,000 votes cast - Elections have now come to an end for another year. 

Not only have we seen one of the highest-ever numbers of students voting at Bristol SU, but it's also been one of (if not the) highest voter % in the country with an amazing 25.4% voter turnout.

Importantly, you - the students - have had your say on who could make your SU and university experience greater.

A huge well done and everyone that's been involved in this year's elections - from voters to candidates. We've loved seeing all of you out and about this week, filling the Bristol campus with posters and banners - and spreading the word about Elections to all students. Candidates, it's been great to see your confidence when talking to potential voters, and you should be proud of yourselves for putting yourselves out there to those that you’ve come across – it has all had a hugely positive impact on results, and therefore improvement to the lives of Bristol students. 

Whether it was in person at North Village halls, digitally on Instagram, or through banners and posters on Floor 4 of Senate House, each method of campaigning has led to a vote - and every new voter you’ve got to vote for you is a step forward in students being heard and represented by Bristol SU and the uni. 

And so, as the results are in, let's find out who your newly elected representatives are for the 2024/25 academic year...

Full-time Officers

Undergraduate Education Officer

Mia Stevens

Three main aims:

• Improve financial accessibility
• Enhance academic student services
• Provide extra academic and wellbeing support for students in part-time employment

Using my three years on Spotlights committee and my experience volunteering as a JustLikeUs LGBTQ+ ambassador, I will encourage empathy, kindness, and inclusivity across all areas of undergraduate education.

Equality, Liberation and Access Officer

Linlu Ye

• Ensure easy and free access to menstrual products campus-wide in case of urgent need of students.
• Expand mental well-being services to offer counselling in multiple languages to provide inclusivity and accessibility.
• Conduct satisfaction surveys on campus accessibility features to ensure accessibility and promote awareness of accessibility.

Union Affairs Officer

Katie Poyner

I'm Katie (she/her), and I’m running for Union Affairs Officer. I want to empower the student voice through centring your experience at the heart of my campaign. I will aim to optimize study and social spaces, enhance society support, and champion inclusivity and belonging.

Postgraduate Education Officer

Gurvin Chopra

'An inclusive postgraduate experience that alleviates financial and societal hardships whilst forming real community.'

• Extension of the low-income household bursary of £2,000 to postgraduate students.
• Specific support for marginalised students, particularly students of colour.
• Building community at a Postgraduate level.

International Students' Officer

Bakhtawar Javed

I am re-running for the role of International Students’ Officer. In my first term I successfully delivered on my previous commitments. I strongly believe in For the Students, By the Students. This year, my top priorities are: Student Visas, Housing and Cost of Living, Community and Belonging for International Students.

Student Living Officer

Lucy Pears

I’m Lucy Pears (she/her) a psychology student with experience campaigning for better housing, intersectional justice and wellbeing. As SLO I’ll fight for: - Affordable housing for ALL students in BRISTOL. - Free exam transport and laundry in halls. - Net-Zero 2030 accountability. - Better wellbeing services. - Combat landlords, sexual violence and unsustainable expansion

Sports and Student Development Officer

Ella Lovibond

As a third-year engineering student and Bristol Bears rugby player, I am passionate about making sport more accessible and providing equal opportunities for all. I'll advocate for increased wellbeing support and mental health training, as well as empowering student voices through effective communication and open discussions.  #GoBeyondWithLovibond.

Student Trustees

Kreeshi Shavdia and Varenya Mehrotra

Faculty Rep's

Faculty of Social Sciences & Law - Undergraduate Rep

Esther Qu

Faculty of Science

Jordan Fung

Faculty of Life Sciences - Undergraduate Rep

Joseph Vyvyan-Jones

Faculty of Health Sciences - Undergraduate Rep

Dan Smith

Faculty of Engineering - Undergraduate Rep

Yogadhveep Arora

Faculty of Arts - Undergraduate Rep

Bhavni Joshi

Network Chair's

Chair of BAME Network

Adam Hilmi

Chair of Black Students' Network

Afeez Saka

Chair of Disability and Accessibility Network

Natasha Smith

Chair of International Students Network

Tamie Karunaratne

Chair of Multifaith Network

Freddy Farouk

Chair of Student Council

Louis Anscombe

Chair of Trans Network

Ethan Lloyd

Chair of Volunteering & Fundraising Network

Mariella Jasper

Chair of Women's Network

Meghna Vellakkal

Thank you so much to every candidate who ran for this year’s elections, and to everyone who cast their vote. You have all been integral to the success of student democracy and improving student lives and we really look forward to seeing everything you achieve next academic year.

See you soon!