VP Student Voice

Kristina Patel
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Contact me - Union.Voice@bcu.ac.uk



Kristina was elected as BCUSU’s VP Student Voice with 943 votes from BCU students. Here are the points she was elected on:


"Your Voice, My Mission! "

Why do you want to run for this position?

I want to be your voice at BCUSU—to make sure your concerns aren’t ignored but turned into action! Uni should feel like home, but many students feel unheard. I’ll make sure your feedback leads to real changes that improve your experience at BCU.



What would your priorities be if you were elected?

Faster responses to student issues - no more waiting weeks for answers! Stronger student representation - your voice matters! More social and networking events to help students feel connected and supported



What skills and experience do you have that would make you a good Officer?

I’m a Course Rep, strong communicator, and problem solver who fights for student voices. I’ve worked with diverse student groups, led initiatives, and pushed for real changes. I’m approachable, proactive, and ready to make your concerns a priority!



My Progress

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Enhancing student voice & representation across campuses

Rep Cafes

  • Delivered in underrepresented campuses ​
  • Informal spaces for honest student feedback ​
  • Supported by VP Education


Induction Talks

  • Introduced course rep system to new students ​
  • Increased early engagement ​


Ideas Fair

  • Encouraged student-led ideas​
  • Got more than 2000 votes in 5 hours!

Turning student feedback into action​

Rep Council

  • Gathered and discussed student feedback
  • Gave officers updates and responses to previous feedback​


Lead Rep Forum

  • Addressed school/department-level issues​
  • Encouraged collaboration between reps 


1-1 meetings with Ideas Owner

  • Provided personalised support for student ideas​
  • Encouraged and supported ideas voting stalls

Driving Change at Institutional Level​

Working with the PVC and Dean of Students ​

  • Working to secure Course Rep visibility on Moodle
  • To improve accessibility for students to contact reps ​


Advocating for Mandatory staff engagement in rep training ​

  • To strengthen staff-student partnership​
  • To increase recognition of the rep system within academic structures ​


Rep recognition on degree/ transcript ​

  • Working towards formal recognition of rep roles​
  • Aiming to reward student contribution and leadership