Welcome to the HSU Community!
It is really important that you feel welcomed by us all here at Huddersfield Students' Union and that you know who we are, and who to go to if you have any questions or would like to get involved in the vibrant HSU community. We’d like to invite you to meet your HSU staff team who work to support you and ensure we make your student life better.
Meet the Staff behind the Students' Union!
Freya Askwith-Martin
President
I can help you with representation, ensuring your voice is heard and acted upon. I bridge the gap between Huddersfield and the National Union of Students
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Irfan Rashid Rather
Education Officer
I'm here to support you with your academic representation and provide support for anything relating to your education.
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Dobby Dey
Equity Officer
I’m here to support campaigns and the Liberation Networks, lobbying the University on necessary policy changes, and promote overall equality in your University life. If you are keen on starting a campaign around equality, diversity and inclusion; I’m the Officer for you!
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Bethany Murphy
Activities Officer
I can help you with Sports Clubs, Societies and events, as well as representing students in committees and disciplinary hearings across campus
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Lydia Blundell
Chief Executive Officer
I provide strategic direction to Huddersfield Students’ Union, leading the team and delivering the charitable, constitutional and policy objectives set by students and the Board, ensuring that students get the best possible extra-curricular experience at Huddersfield University.
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Rae Ellis-Barron
Head of Business Development
I lead the delivery of HR, HudLets and the SU Shop with exceptional customer service, excellent standards, and the generation of income to be re-invested back into the student experience.
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Danny Levick
Head of Student Experience
I ensure we maximise positive and accessible student engagement across our Activities & Events, Student Voice and Advice departments.
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Nic Matchett
Societies Coordinator
I develop, coordinate, train and support student committee members to lead our student led activity groups.
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James Bartholomew
Sports Development Coordinator
I develop, coordinate, train and support student committee members to lead our student led sports clubs.
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Bruce Meek
Advice Centre Manager
I lead and provide a professional advice, advocacy and welfare casework service to the Students of the University of Huddersfield.
Responsible for AQS accreditation
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Muzaffir Chohan
Student Adviser
I provide a professional advice, advocacy and welfare casework service to the Students of the University of Huddersfield.
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Fiona Dmoszynski
Student Adviser
I provide a professional advice, advocacy and welfare casework service to the Students of the University of Huddersfield.
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Sophie Varley
Marketing and Partnerships Manager
I am responsible for working with the different departments within the charity and then leading the team to design internal marketing strategies and media proposals, reviewing progress and meeting targets.
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Chloe Brook
Graphic Designer
I produce creative ways to communicate the HSU brand across a range of different channels.
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Anna Fillingham
Creative Content Coordinator
I create engaging content to grow HSU social media profiles and online presence.
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Faizan Khan
Digital Development Coordinator
I develop digital platforms, focusing on accessibility. I monitor HSU engagement and communication, and review data and analytics to make sure we reach all our members.
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Daisy Newman-Hills
Events Coordinator
I develop, coordinate, train and support the delivery of Students’ Union events by providing a broad programme of activities on an annual basis.
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Nonso Chukwuma
Finance Manager
I provide financial stability and growth enable the Students’ Union to deliver well-funded and good quality services and activities for our members.
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Lynda Duns
Finance & Payroll Coordinator
I make sure our Clubs, Societies and other activities have enough money to be successful
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Lou Bryce
HR Adviser
I support the development of a thriving, inspired and confident staff team, able to engage with individual and team priorities and support the values of the organisation and its mission.
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Virginia Kaye
Assistant Manager
I support the lettings office operations in providing good quality, safe and affordable accommodation for students, and administering the lettings process and system, with high levels of customer care.
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Anna Rawlinson
Lettings Negotiator
I help with HudLets and being the point of contact with Halls and Houses related enquiries.
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Jess Ewart
Assistant Retail Manager
I lead the operational delivery of the Students’ Union shop with exceptional customer service, excellent standards, and the generation of income to be re-invested back into the student experience.
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Sharon Charlesworth
Assistant Retail Manager
I lead the operational delivery of the Students’ Union shop with exceptional customer service, excellent standards, and the generation of income to be re-invested back into the student experience.
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Joshua Taylor
Retail Team Leader
I carry out day to day operational management of the retail outlet, online shop and key development projects. I maintain an excellent level of customer service and assist in achieving departmental targets.
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Heather Wade
Voice and Representation Manager
I enable, and act upon, student feedback through the delivery of diverse student communities and democracy; working within and beyond the administrative structures available to create positive and lasting change and a legacy of inclusive higher education for all.
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Millie Avery
Academic Communities Coordinator
I work within the Voice and Representation Team and supporting our Academic Reps and Academic Societies to create excellent student communities.
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Hamish Wilkinson
Democracy and Citizenship Coordinator
I enable the democratic function of the Students’ Union and the link between Huddersfield and the National Union of Students.
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Favour Igwebuike (She/Her)
Academic Rep Assistant
Hi there, My name is favour and I’m the Rep assistant for the school of Applied science and I’m here to support academic reps in their courses.
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Erin Whitehead (She/Her)
Academic Rep Assistant
I can help you with academic representation in the School of Computing and Engineering.
I am studying photography. I am from Huddersfield. I have 14 piercings and 36 tattoos + a heart condition.
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Rajwinder Kaur(She/Her)
Academic Rep Assistant
Academic Rep Assistant for Business, Education & Law As Academic Rep Assistant for the Schools of Business, Education, and Law, I’m here to ensure that every student voice is heard, respected, and acted upon. My role bridges the gap between students and staff, helping to shape a learning environment that’s fair, inclusive, and responsive to your needs. With a background in professional communication and a strong interest in legal and educational systems, I bring a thoughtful, empathetic approach to academic representation. Whether it’s supporting course reps, raising concerns, or helping you navigate university processes, I’m committed to making your academic experience as smooth and empowering as possible. I believe in clarity, collaboration, and practical solutions—and I’m always happy to help with anything from feedback escalation to finding the right support service. If you’re unsure where to start, just reach out. I’ll do my best to guide you.
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Katie Rogers
Academic Rep Assistant
Hello, my name is Katie and I’m a 3rd year pharmacy student. I’m originally from Pontefract (the home of Haribo). I’m really looking forward to working with the students in HHS to help make student life better!
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Selina Tahir (She/Her)
Academic Rep Assistant
I can help you with academic representation in the School of Arts and Humanities.
I am studying Law. I'm from Wakefield. Interesting fact -- I have a pet parrot called Chico.
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Zartashia Saleem (She/Her)
PGR Representation
I can help you with any queries around PGR experience. I am doing research in Pharmaceutical Sciences and I am from Pakistan. I’m always happy to support fellow researchers and build a stronger PGR community.
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Caroline Devonport
Class and Social Mobility Network Assistant
I can help you with aiding to represent students from lower socio-economic and/or working-class backgrounds.
Just finished MA (Res) Textiles + Fashion starting PGDE. Lived in London --- Oxfordshire --- Sussex----Yorkshire. I have published two books.
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Amelia Holroyd (She/They)
LGBT+ Network Assistant
I’m Lia, your LGBT Network Lead! I’m in my final year of Criminology and hoping to start a masters next year in social work. My pronouns are she/they
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Aminah Mirza
Women's Network Assistant
I can help you with representing and supporting students who identify as a Woman.
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Jamilah Hussain (She/Her)
Disabled Network Assistant
I can help you with supporting and representing disabled students.
I am studying B.Sc Psychology. I am from Bradford. I have a cat called muezza.
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disabledstudentsnetwork@hud.ac.uk
Thanya Weerasinghe (She/Her)
Global Citizen's Network Assistant
I’m here to support and represent International Students. I am in my 3rd year of doctoral research work on climate risk management of corporate entities. Living in Huddersfield and from the beautiful island of Sri Lanka. I am a huge sustainababble and a travelholic.
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globalcitizensnetwork@hud.ac.uk
Catherine Kroamah Dwumfour(She/Her)
B.A.M.E Network Assistant
I can help you with representing and supporting Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic students at the University of Huddersfield. I am a postgraduate researcher in midwifery. I am from Ghana. I love spending time at the beach.
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