I'm a 3rd year here, and the courses for my Biology major and Philosophy minor have allowed me familiarity with both the sciences and arts departments. I'd love the opportunity presented by this position to understand the needs of the community here, to get to know more of the people I pass by every day, and to advocate for the best possible student experience for us. I will always be pro-student and critical of the university, especially given recent actions in the context of our financial well-being and just, like, the general state of the world right now, y'know? It's already rough out here, and I'm prepared to be as annoying as needed to shape the space that best suits us as students. My career plans aren't dependent on a degree, so I don't fear for the safety of my academic record should the needs of my community require me to get really annoying. That being said, Dal was my top choice for university, and there's a reason why I'm still here. I believe in Dal's potential for positive transformation, and I believe in the power of both the community as I know it now, as well as the community I'd like to help develop as a representative for 2SLGBTQIA+ students.
One of my motivations for taking biology and philosophy was to get really good at challenging homophobia and transphobia, and I've been ready to put this into practice for a while now. I'd like to organize community discussions to identify situations where students feel unsafe on campus due to LGBT+phobia, and in general I'd like to make myself available for any student to report areas begging for improvement. The concept of the LGBT+ experience can't possibly be accurately represented by the perspective of one single member of the community, so my job is to make it as easy as possible, for as many students as possible, to have their perspectives represented in DSU meetings.

I like listening to the radio. My go-to stations are CKDU 88.1 FM, our own campus radio which you should absolutely check out if you weren't aware of it, and Indie 88, the station that's been soundtracking my mornings since high school.

My name is Aditya, and I am an international, trans nonbinary student at Dalhousie. Over the past four years, my experience at Dal, combined with my own journey as a South Asian queer individual has shown my that while Dal has made progress, the student association can and must be utilized to support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

As an international student who has recently come out, I understand personally the stress that queer students endure while navigating immigration, family, financials, job insecurity and academics, all while questioning your identity. My experiences have shaped my genuine need to represent my community in Dal, especially those among fringe and underrepresented communities. As a Community Representative my sole concern is student advocacy and utilizing the student body for giving voice to queer students. 

I play the ukulele mildly well.

I’ve been an international student at DAL for the past three years, and during that time I’ve been actively involved in campus life. For the last two years, I’ve worked as a Community Assistant, supporting students day to day, helping them navigate challenges, and creating spaces where people feel welcome and supported. I’ve worked closely with volunteers and student societies to improve the living and learning experience for students from all backgrounds.

Through this experience, I’ve seen what works and where international students are often overlooked. Many of us are far from home, adjusting to new systems, cultures, and expectations. We contribute to this campus every day, and our voices deserve to be heard clearly and consistently.

I’m running because I don’t just understand these issues, I live them. I want to advocate for better support, stronger communication, and more inclusive opportunities for international students. My goal is to make sure international students are not treated as an afterthought, but as a vital part of this university community.

You’re here. You should be heard. And I’m ready to represent you.

I love adventure sports like scuba and skydiving!

I’m Eve Wedderburn, a third-year Medical Sciences student, and I’m running to continue serving as your Black Students Community Representative because I’m committed to proven leadership and continued action. Over the past year, I’ve worked to ensure our voices are driving real change, through efforts such as founding the first-of-its-kind Black Student Leadership Ad-Hoc Committee to create a dedicated space for our collective interests. My time at Dal has been defined by a love for bringing people together, whether I was co-founding the Black Science Society, planning social nights as VP Events for Caribbean Connections, or involving myself in Black research opportunities. I truly believe our strength lies in our community, which is why I prioritize collaborating with Black student societies and the Black Student Advising Centre to make sure we are operating as one unified front. From organizing community tutoring at the YMCA to advocating for us on DSU grant committees, I have the experience to bridge gaps and make things happen. If re-elected, I will focus on creating even more social and professional spaces where we can connect, while ensuring that the university is held accountable to every student in the diaspora. 

I enjoy watching the sunsets!