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Get to know the students running for leadership positions in this year’s AMS Elections.
Hey UBC Science, my name is Alex Chui and I’m running to be your next Science Senator! Now for many of you who don’t know what Senate is, it is the highest academic body of the university and is the final say on many of the changes regarding exam scheduling, curriculum, academic requirements and pre-requisites to name a few. Although there are over 60,000 students, we are represented by only 18 Student Senators, which is why it is so critical to elect those with the experience in UBC leadership to Senate, as it is no longer just a student-run organization but dealing with the senior UBC administration directly.
That is why I am running to be your next Science Senator, because over the past year I have been truly honoured to be one of your Science AMS Representatives, and have built the necessary relationships with various clubs and student leaders in Science to be able to be an effective advocate for all science students. Science deserves a Senator who can deliver the goods and can be a true voice.
So I want to thank you Science, it has been an honour to be one of your AMS Representatives and I hope to count on your vote and support to continue as your next Science Senator
Hi, I am Ananya Gupta, and I’m running to be your next Arts Student Senator, The Arts Faculty is one of UBC’s largest, and yet students often feel unheard when it comes to academic decisions and representation, which is what prompted me to be the VP Academic of the AUS this year where I advocated for increased club funding, secured $10,000 for the Textbook Broke campaign, and run Health & Wellness events such as Bunny Therapy and Exam Care Packages.
As Arts Student Senator, I am committed to improve academic accessibility, affordability, and engagement for Arts students through stronger faculty representation and advocacy.
My platform includes:
I will also work to implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL) across all Arts courses, ensuring that professors follow inclusive teaching practices that accommodate diverse learning needs.
Vote Ananya for tangible change as Arts Student Senator!
I’m Bardia, a second-year Neuroscience student running to be your next UBC Senator.
My platform is built on three key issues that directly impact students like you:
🔹 Stronger Science Representation – As UBC’s second-largest faculty, the faculty of Science is underrepresented in student government. The number of Science students in the Senate doesn’t reflect our population—it’s time to change that.
🔹 Smarter AI Policies – UBC’s vague AI policy forces professors to make their own rules, leading to unnecessary restrictions and outright bans. AI should be a learning tool, not a threat. I will push for clear, student-friendly guidelines and demand free AI tools for students as part of their student bundle, just like Microsoft Office and the UBC library resources.
🔹 More Research Opportunities – Too many talented students struggle to find research positions. I will fight for more funding, more positions, and more opportunities to get students into labs.
Let’s push for real change. Vote for me and let’s build a better UBC together!
📌 Learn more: linktr.ee/bardiamz05
I’m Cade Desjarlais, a first-year law student at UBC, and a proud member of the Metis Nation of BC. I completed my Political Science degree at UBC Okanagan, where I served on the student union for three years, including as VP External and President. During my time at UBCO, I led key initiatives, including securing $2.4M for UBCO’s Food Hub, advocating for a week long, fall reading, and working with faculty.
I’m proud of my work to create a $7M commitment from UBC for student recreation space, secure a $50,000 transportation subsidy, and improve campus food options. I’ve also played a significant role in advocating for student affordability, creating student work-learn jobs, and pushing for the creation of UBCO’s first Black Student Space program.
This work in advocating for students to the UBC Administration has equipped me well to understand how UBC works. I want to continue my advocacy by focusing on increased academic supports for Law students. I want to coordinate with the LSS and the Faculty to ensure career services are meeting student’s needs as the legal landscape changes. This means ensuring we have a plan for the recent provincial changes to the Legal Professions Act.
Hello UBC PharmD & Pharmaceutical Sciences!
My name is Chaeyoung Lim (she/her), and I am first-year PharmD student running to be your next PharmSci Senator!
As your CAPSI First Year Rep, former Associate Vice-President Academic of the Science Undergraduate Society (SUS), & former Biochemistry Student Representative, I have developed a strong understanding of UBC’s governance. My mission as Senator is to:
What does the Senator do?
The Senator represents PharmSci & UBC students, working with faculty and other student Senators to shape policies, curricula, and admissions. I will increase transparency by making Senate meeting minutes and governance documents accessible by September.
My Platform
I’m committed to ensuring your voices are heard. Contact me at chaeyounglim@msn.com. Thank you for your support!
As a third year pharmacology student, I am an active member of our unique community. I am passionate about improving the quality of life for students. I believe my work ethics, my attitude and previous experiences in student leadership and Model United Nations have prepared me for the demands of this position.
A vote for me is a vote for:
I would be grateful if I could receive your vote.
Jacob is in his first year at Allard Law. Jacob has experience advocating for students before university administration and working collaboratively with the university to address students’ needs. He has been actively involved in student advocacy at the University of Winnipeg, serving as chair of the board for the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association and President of the Criminal Justice Students Association. Jacob is running for UBC Senate to improve transparency at UBC and Allard Law. He believes that students should be informed about all issues within the university community.
With his background in advocacy, Jacob is confident in his ability to effectively address critical issues and enhance the relationship between the university and its students. A specific reason for Jacob’s candidacy is to increase oversight of policing and security at UBC. Every student has the right to feel safe while living, studying, or working at UBC. However, this safety must also involve independent and substantive oversight of law enforcement agencies operating on the UBC Vancouver campus. Jacob is committed to working with the university to strengthen the oversight of security and policing.
“I’m Jasper and I’m running to be re-elected as your Arts Student Senator. This year, I successfully:
• Got the faculty to commit to increasing undergraduate research
• Secured a student seat on Arts Curriculum Committee and FoA Council
• Fought to prevent cuts to student services
• Advocated for a list of example accommodations to be listed on the CfA website
• Started a review into the exam hardships policy to be more flexible for students
If re-elected, I will continue to fight for arts students, including by:
• making it easier to register with the CfA
• requiring recorded lectures for courses that are graduation requirements
• improving the student discipline process
• amending the academic hardship policy to be better for students
• increasing undergraduate research opportunities
• supporting the creation of an exam database
• improving Workday
• advocating for a policy on climate standards for research funding
• ending partnerships with universities complicit in human rights abuses
• creating a maximum textbook cost cap
• allocating the annual $4 million in unspent awards towards new needs-based funding
For a full platform, visit votejasper.ca
UBC is one of the best universities in the world, but as students, we still face many challenges. I have worked at all levels of government advocating for youth. I want to take what I’ve learned to push for real change. I want to bring that experience to the Senate to ensure that UBC remains one of the world’s best universities.
My campaign is built on two key commitments: accountability and affordability. If elected, I will advocate for:
Vote Mohkam for Senate and Board of Governors
Learn more: @Mohkam_Malik
I’m Ryan, a second year student in the E2P PharmD program running as a candidate for Student Senator representing the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
My goal is to ensure that your concerns as PharmSci students are taken into consideration within the grander scheme of UBC policy decisions. I have an open door policy – feel free to get in touch if there is anything on your mind.
As your Science Student Senator, I will advocate for academic improvements, fair opportunities, and a better student experience. If elected, I will push for:
• Increasing course sections for high-demand science courses to reduce waitlists and prevent graduation delays.
• Creating an Exam Database so students can access past exams for better preparation and success.
• Advocating for cybersecurity and ethical hacking courses to enhance opportunities in computer science.
• Expanding scholarships to recognize leadership, research, and extracurricular achievements, not just GPA.
• Fixing the Exam Hardship Policy to ensure fairer scheduling and accommodations for science students.
• Improving Workday systems to reduce registration issues and streamline course selection.
• Ensuring flexible lab scheduling to prevent conflicts and improve accessibility.
• Supporting peer-led study groups to enhance learning and academic success.
Science students deserve a Senate that listens and acts. Vote Veeru for real change
Hi! I’m Zarifa, and I’m running to be your next Arts Student Senator. As your current AMS VP Academic and University Affairs, I secured $250,000 for undergraduate research opportunities, $150,000 for hybrid and accessible learning and continued funding for on-campus jobs. I have also served as your Arts Undergraduate Society VP Academic and Executive Assistant, Equity & Inclusion.
On Senate, I will focus on: