Vote
Ria Samuel
for
CCLCS
Guild President

As a premier tertiary institution, I believe that CCLCS boasts a vibrant, dynamic and powerful student community. It is my hope that the following initiatives and programmes would meaningfully foster student development and empowerment under my leadership, if elected as Guild President:

 

• Improvements in Student Engagement and Communication: I intend to create more opportunities (beginning, middle and end of tenure) for students to directly communicate challenges they may be encountering, as well as their thoughts and opinions. This active and timely feedback, in turn, will inform and guide the Guild Executive’s subsequent actions and activities regarding advocacy and improvement.

 

• Further Advocacy on Course Marks: Despite the laudable efforts of the previous Guild Executive (2024-2025), further advocacy is needed on the College’s position regarding course marks. Therefore, I propose that the new Guild Executive advocates for students to receive ALL of their scores in a timely manner, and the College needs to provide a public, definitive statement on the provision of scores.

 

• Welfare Support: The creation of a “Student Hardship Fund” for students experiencing financial challenges with tuition fees, etc.
   

• Revitalization of Campus Activities (online and face-to-face): The creation of clubs, societies and extracurricular activities will enhance campus life and the student experience. In addition, activities such as the Guild Hike, Sip and Paint, Labour Day March, etc. will be continued to encourage social interaction and participation amongst students. A ”Guild Night” will also be proposed every two (2) months at the Guild Hall to allow students to engage in fun, relaxing social engagement within a welcoming space.

 

• Opportunities for Student Entrepreneurship and Networking: In the previous Guild Executive, I spearheaded a “Student Entrepreneurs Day”. Unfortunately, the event was cancelled due to the College not having a face-to-face Orientation Day. However, I intend to ensure that students would be provided the opportunity to showcase their businesses, products and services at an event hosted by the Guild. I will also encourage networking platforms and opportunities amongst alumni and industry professionals.

 

• Constitutional Reform: There is great need for fundamental constitutional change where the current Guild constitution (2009) needs to be better aligned with the current evolving needs of the CCLCS student community. Constitutional reform will also improve the efficiency and structure of the Guild. It will also enhance accountability, transparency and representation, which allows for continuity and growth.