Areeba Malik, SCE

What's your name and what course do you study?

My name is Areeba Malik, and I’m a BSc Computer Science student in Level 6.

Why did you decide to become a school rep?

I decided to become a School Rep because I wanted to be a voice for students in my school and help create a stronger connection between students and the university. I also wanted to make sure that students feel comfortable sharing their ideas, feedback and experiences, and that their feedback is heard and acted upon.

What do you hope to achieve in this role?

⁠I hope to make a positive difference to students’ university experience by listening to their feedback, raising important issues and helping improve communication within the school. I also want to encourage students to get involved in opportunities, events and activities that can support both their academic and personal development.

How do you plan to represent and support students in your school?

I plan to be approachable and make it easy for students to share their thoughts and feedback with me. I’ll actively listen to different perspectives, communicate student feedback to the relevant staff and work with the School and Students’ Union to help address issues. I also want to make sure students are aware of opportunities, support services and activities available to them.