Cory Kirkpatrick

Shortly after arriving at Southampton, I set up the Doctor Who Society. Starting a society from scratch took a lot of effort, commitment, and drive that I now plan to use if elected as Senator. Through this, I learnt a lot about the difficulties small societies face, and that is why I am determined to ensure that they get the support they need from SUSU.

In addition to Doc Soc, I was also the Social Secretary for the Creative Writing Society in my second year. In that role, I ensured that the society's events were varied and accessible to the whole membership. SUSU events are no different.

The main crutch of being a Senator is holding the Sabbatical Officers to account and guaranteeing for you that they are delivering on what they promised. I fully understand how irritating someone you voted for breaking their promises can be. I will not break my promise to press the Sabbs and to keep them on track.

All of the above must be underpinned with student welfare in mind. Southampton University contains a diverse group of students, all of whom must feel safe and comfortable with everything that the Student Union does. I cannot pretend to understand the complex needs of everyone, but I can pledge to be readily available to listen to those needs and to take those concerns to the Senate.

For a committed, accountable, considerate Senator, please vote for me!