Dobby, President
President
Dobby
she/her · Students' Union President
I'm passionate about making sure every student feels heard, represented, and able to make the most of their university experience. I believe the best ideas come from listening to people, having honest conversations, and working together to create positive change (usually with a Red Bull in hand and my trusty iPad nearby!). I'm from Bradford and come from a Bengali family of incredibly strong women, which has shaped my passion for creating opportunities for others. This inspired me to study Journalism. Alongside my studies, I was Social Secretary and later Co-President of HUPFC. Last year, I served as your Equity Officer, where I encouraged clubs to embrace charitable giving, raising over £12,000, and introduced Compassionate Communications frameworks across Professional Services.
Creating a Safer & Happier Campus

I want to help create a campus where students feel safe, supported, and able to enjoy their university experience. By listening to student experiences and working together on practical improvements, I want to help make Huddersfield a welcoming place where everyone feels they belong.

Listening to Students & Creating Change

I believe the best decisions come from understanding the experiences of the people they impact. I want to continue having honest conversations with students, making sure your voices are heard and using your feedback to help shape positive change across the University.

Building a More Compassionate University

Following the introduction of Compassionate Communications across Professional Services, I want to continue developing this work and bring these principles into Schools. By encouraging empathy, understanding, and positive communication, we can help create a more supportive environment for both students and staff.

Creating Opportunities & Connecting Students

University is about more than just studying, it's about the experiences, friendships, and opportunities you gain along the way. I want to continue supporting student groups, activities, and initiatives that bring people together, encourage collaboration, and help students make the most of their time at Huddersfield.

Abdul, Equity Officer
Equity Officer
Abdul
he/him · Equity Officer
I'm passionate about making sure every student feels included, supported, and represented. Originally from Libya, I chose Huddersfield for its welcoming community. I've co‑founded and served as President of the HSU Futsal Club, and have been active in ACS, Radio Hud, and the Libyan & Kashmir Society. Alongside this, I've worked as an Active Hud Coordinator, Student Support Worker, and as part of the SU student staff team, supporting thousands of students.
Creating a Safer Student Community

I want to help create an environment where every student feels safe, respected, and able to be themselves. This includes tackling online bullying, promoting respectful behaviour, and working to create safer spaces both on campus and within our student community.

Making Support More Accessible

I'm passionate about making it easier for students to access the support they need. By launching our new Students' Union app and improving access to services, I want to ensure students can quickly find information, opportunities, and support whenever they need it.

Supporting Student Success

I want to work with the University to monitor attendance support and help identify students who may be struggling before they fall through the cracks. Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed, and I want to ensure support is available when it's needed most.

Giving Back Through Community & Charity

I want to build on the incredible work already taking place by expanding our charity partnerships and encouraging students to get involved in fundraising and volunteering. Together, we can make a positive impact both on campus and in our wider community.

Zawiar, Education Officer
Education Officer
Zawiar
he/him · Education Officer
I'm passionate about helping students get the most out of their academic experience. Originally from Pakistan, I chose Huddersfield to get involved and make a positive impact. I've been Head of Operations and President of the Pakistan Society, helping organise events and create opportunities for students. When I'm not working with students, you'll usually find me playing badminton or cricket.
Improving Student Employability

I want to help students feel confident about life after university by promoting employment opportunities, developing skills, and ensuring students have access to experiences that prepare them for their future careers.

Strengthening Academic Communities

Academic societies play an important role in helping students connect with their course and with one another. I want to support these societies to grow, encourage collaboration, and create stronger communities that enhance the academic experience.

Championing Accessibility & Inclusion

Every student deserves equal access to education. I'll work to improve support, accessibility, and representation for disabled students, helping to remove barriers and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive during their time at university.

Listening to Students & Improving Education

I want to make sure students' voices are heard when it comes to their academic experience. By listening to feedback and working closely with course representatives, academic societies, and the University, I'll help ensure student concerns lead to meaningful improvements.

Mel, Activities Officer
Activities Officer
Mel
she/her · Activities Officer
I'm passionate about helping students make the most of university life through clubs, societies, sport, and events. My goal is to support student groups, celebrate their successes, and encourage collaboration across campus. Outside of the SU, sport and fitness are a huge part of my life, I have a background in competitive gymnastics and university netball, and I currently coach gymnastics.
Strengthening SU–Society Relationships

I want to strengthen connections between the Students' Union and societies through regular check-ins, active communication, and making sure student groups feel supported. Societies should feel recognised, informed, and celebrated, with opportunities to showcase their achievements and continue growing.

Supporting Clubs & Student Experience

I want to help clubs create the best possible experiences for students by supporting committees, encouraging collaboration, and ensuring groups have the confidence, resources, and guidance they need to succeed.

Creating Safer & More Inclusive Social Experiences

I want to help make social events safer, more enjoyable, and accessible for everyone. This includes exploring wellbeing and nightlife safety initiatives, as well as creating more opportunities for students to enjoy social activities in different ways.

Building Community Through Sport & Events

I want to create more opportunities for students to get involved, try something new, and build connections across campus. Through inclusive activities, inter-club competitions, multi-sport events, and charity collaborations, we can strengthen our student community and encourage more students to take part.