Guild President

Mathias

My name is Mathias La Pira. I am a third year studying international relations. I love countries and the world in general. That’s why I am President of the French society and Publicity Officer of the Italian society. I also love sports like football and tennis as well as singing. Generally, helping people is one of my main goals in life.

WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BE GUILD PRESIDENT?

WHAT IS THE NUMBER ONE THING YOU’D LIKE TO DO IF ELECTED?

Relating to my experience in societies and being on committees, I love organising things for people and helping people. I want to be part of a team which goes forward to help students to have a better life and experience at university.

Cost-of-living. Really trying to push the University to reduce prices as much as possible. The £2 meal is really, really important but I also want to expand it to other places on campus on both Streatham and St Luke’s campuses. I would also want to try other projects like £1 coffee to help students spend as less possible.

I think my biggest challenge will be pressuring the University to ensure that the Guild gets all the help it can from the University

What is the biggest challenge you will face in the ROLE?

What is your BIGGEST WEAKNESS?

I would say probably talking. Not talking in front of people but knowing exactly what I’m saying. I think it’s really important to know exactly what you’re speaking about when you talk.

HOW WILL YOU make sure that you represent all students’ views?

This will also be one of my big challenges. One of my main aims will be to make sure that the international students feel as represented as the home students.

What is your MOST MEMORABLE NIGHT OUT IN EXETER?

I would say when I won a VIP booth at Unit 1. I got it for free so it was a really nice night with my friends.