VP Academic

Kiran Mahal, VP Academic & University Affairs

The vice president academic acts as a liaison between the student body and University administration and organizations concerning education, campus planning, and other issues relevant to the constituencies represented by the Student Council. This includes issues such as student housing, the Campus Planning process, student health and well-being, discrimination, quality of academic curriculum, and much more.

Biography

Hello UBC Students, my name is Kiran Mahal and I am your VP Academic and University Affairs. I am in my final year at UBC in the Faculty of Science majoring in Biochemistry with a minor in Commerce. Prior to my role as VP Academic I served as an executive of the Science Undergraduate Society first as the Director of Administration then as the President in 2011/12. SUS was my first step into the realm of student government and my time with SUS showed me the real impact that committed students can make on this University for their peers. In addition to being involved with SUS, I worked for the AMS Services as the Internship Coordinator and helped to launch the first Undergraduate Externship Program at UBC. I am also involved with the local non profit organization Young Women in Business where I serve as the Director of Chapter Development.

As VP Academic, I plan to continue to represent students on important issues including Land Use, Governance and reform of the Summer Term. In addition to this I plan to work closely with our Student Senators to develop academic policy surrounding student mental health and push for a UBC wide Exam Database. I also hope to work with this year’s executive team to bridge the gap between students and the AMS and help students reconnect with their student society.

If you have any questions about the VP Academic portfolio or want to share your concerns or ideas, please do not hesitate to contact me at vpacademic@ams.ubc.ca. I look forward to connecting with you!