international students officer

Janageeth

My name is Janageeth and I am running for International Students Officer with UNITE. UNITE is a passionate and diverse team of experienced student leaders, who ensure your needs are listened to and heard.

UNITE stands for: • Expanding financial support for students during the cost of living crisis. • Bringing back life on campus through clubs and events • Ensuring that all students are safe when arriving, leaving, or on campus. • Improving teaching quality and student voice in Academic Affairs • Increasing support for International Students • Ending Deadnaming on Campus and taking REAL action on Queer Issues

I am passionate about advocating for International Students. I have experienced firsthand the financial difficulties, homesickness, and many other challenges that international students go through. It is definitely not easy.

Therefore, if I am elected to the student council, I will advocate for building a better support system, tailored academic and financial support for International Students and to celebrate the journey of international students with INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WEEK.

I hold numerous positions within the International Student space including the International Student Ambassador for Flinders University, a Student Ambassador for StudyAdelaide and a Flinders University International Students As Partners (FISAP) member. I have excelled in the roles above and I am sure, I can advocate more for International Students if I am elected to the FUSA student council.

It’s time the FUSA Council focused on making sure that all students get a fair go no matter race, cultural background, sexuality, gender or religion.

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Suyatra (Sue)

Hi everybody! My name is Suyatra Ghimire, and I am currently completing a Master of Biotechnology. I am running as a candidate for International Students Officer with Activate! I have served as a Class Representative throughout my undergraduate degree, and I am currently a Topic Representative for two topics. These roles have exposed me to a plethora of student support systems, their intricacies, and ways in which to advocate for any issues when it comes to my peers.

Being an international student, I have faced every hardship that an international student has to face from financial and mental issues caused by work, life, assignments and studies to feeling left out or not fitting in. I will work hard to ensure representation of international students on the college level, course level, and topic level as well as in Empire Times.

My major goals are to improve academic preparation for new international students; advocate to eliminate racism, discrimination, and stereotypes against international students; improve representation of international students in student clubs, social media channels, and the student council, and advocate for jobs in the university for international students while focusing on flexible timetables for classes in topics with high numbers of international students. I am passionate about promoting international cultural exchange programs with locals, ardent about making the lives of international students easier by providing more access to healthy foods, and financial support, and above all, ensure that all international students have equal opportunities while enjoying university life to the fullest.

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Mary Zhang

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Hi Flinders! My name is Mary Zhang, and I am delighted to be running for the role of International Students Officer for 2023. I am currently a first-year student studying the Bachelor of Speech Pathology.

As an international student who has been studying in Australia since Year 11, I believe that I have a good understanding of challenges international students might have studying in a new country, and I would love to help my peers make the most of their experiences at Flinders University.

In high school, I was a student ambassador at International Education Services to provide support for fellow international students. This year, I have been a Inspire Change mentor, supporting Year 12 students. I have a strong passion for getting involved in a variety of student associations. I am currently a member of the Flinders University Speech Pathology & Audiology Association committee, as well as the event coordinator of Chinese Students and Scholars Association of Flinders University. I would describe myself as a friendly, caring, and supportive person, and I do wish to apply these qualities of mine to being an international students officer in the Student Council. I believe that the Student Council plays a significant role of supporting students in every way, and I would love to be a part of it!

Although it is only my first year here, I already have a genuine love for this community and want to share it with everyone. I know that people might come across with various problems, and I am ready to listen and help! If I am successful in this election, I will do my best to provide ongoing contribution, and make Flinders a more welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for not only my fellow international students, but also everyone

Feng Zhao

I am a international student from China and a PhD candidate on Psychology. I am a passionate, talkative and helpful girl and I do hope I can do something for the international students by using my own experience and expertise, especially for the international postgraduates. Thank you very much!

International Students Officer

Seifu Weldegiorgis

I am Seifu from Ethiopia. I became an international student twice. Yes twice! I have studied my master’s degree in the UK and now I am doing my PhD in Australia.

I know how it feels to be an international student. As an international student in UK and Australia, I am well aware of your needs to be successful here with us. I have a lot to share, to guide and to support new coming international students.

Vote for me. Let’s set the new standard for international students’ experience at Flinders, where your Fearless Identity starts to get real

International Students Officer

Tharindhi Gunasekara

I would like to be considered for the post of International Students Officer because I understand the challenges and worries I had when I first started my studies, as well as the clarifications and questions I still have from time to time. I am incredibly appreciative of the assistance I have received from student service officers and greatly appreciate their support.

As a result, I would relish the opportunity to assist any new or existing international students in making a seamless transition to their studies at Flinders University, as well as making them feel welcomed, comfortable, and at ease. I would also like to meet new individuals and develop new connections and friendships.

International Students Officer

Shivani Cheeti

I am nominating myself for International Students Officer. I am Post graduate student in Master of information technology(Networking and Cybersecurity). I am also an International Student.

FUSA is not only a student council guide for Flinders but also it helps students in nurturing them and helping them to go through their academics very well by conducting many events and by providing funds to support their financial status for international students. I am nominating myself for this role as i think i may perfectly fit for this role and can carry forward the name and fame of FUSA by organising the events which are useful for International students. Your support in Elections can make me reach the goal and get into the position. Hoping for the positive Response.

Thank you. Shivani Cheeti