Manifesto: Dear fellow students, 

I am Varsha Vedhanayagam, and I am running for the position of Vice President for Education at Bangor University. 

Why Am I Passionate About Education? 

Education has the power to transform lives, and I have experienced this firsthand. As a student, I’ve faced challenges—whether it was struggling to access key academic resources or feeling unheard when issues arose. But I also know how the right support system can make all the difference. When I received guidance from mentors and student reps who truly listened, my academic experience changed for the better. That’s why I want to ensure that every student at Bangor University has access to a high-quality, enriching, and supportive educational experience. 

Key Objectives 

Strengthening the Course Representative System 

Increase Visibility & Engagement 

• "Meet Your Course Rep" Week to connect students and reps. 

• A Digital Course Rep Directory for easy contact. 

• Use social media & newsletters for updates and feedback. 

Better Training & Support 

• Leadership & Communication Training for reps. 

• Mentorship & feedback from faculty and student leaders. 

• Incentives (certificates, LinkedIn endorsements, scholarships). 

More Influence in Decision-Making 

• Ensure reps have seats in faculty meetings. 

• Monthly "Student Voice" panels to drive academic improvements. 

• Course Rep Impact Tracker for transparency. 

Maximizing University Subscription Benefits 

• Increase Awareness 

• One-stop Subscription Hub listing academic resources. 

• "Subscription of the Month" in student emails & social media. 

• Make Subscriptions Useful & Accessible 

Faster & Transparent Assignment Processing 

• Advocate for a 4-week grading deadline. 

• Implement progress tracking so students see marking status. 

Enhancing Faculty-Student Engagement 

• Monthly "Meet Your Lecturer" coffee chats. 

Expanding Interdisciplinary Learning 

• "Mix & Match" Electives across departments. 

• "Solve Together" Projects on real-world challenges. 

• Micro-Credentials in niche skills (coding, languages). 

 

A Brighter Academic Future – Together! 

I believe that education should be accessible, engaging, and empowering for every student. But meaningful change doesn’t happen alone—we need to work together! 

✅ Want stronger student representation & better academic resources? Vote for me! 
💡 Have ideas? Reach out—I’d love to hear them! 

📢 Vote Varsha Vedhanayagam for Vice President for Education!