NUMed Students Association
NUMed Student Association (NUMed SA) is the body that represents the student community at NUMed Malaysia.
Objectives
- serve as a representative body for the student community, run by students for students
- serve as a channel of communication between the student community and NUMed, Iskandar Investment Berhad and EduCity to seek action on relevant issues
- provide a fair, balanced and effective representation of the student body in matters related to student welfare
- co-operate with NUMed in allocating annual budgets to student societies on campus
- enrich student life and experience in NUMed through social and cultural activities with the support of NUMed and student societies
- provide a fair and equal-opportunity platform for students to become involved in the Student Association
- inform NUMed students about the work of Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU), including The Education Awards (TEAs) and Celebrating Success Awards
Student Support Coordinator
Maisarah binti Rosli
My main purpose is to provide extra-curricular support to the students of NUMed Malaysia and to provide support and guidance to the NUMed Student Association. I will be the point of contact between NUSU and NUMed in promoting NUSU opportunities to students at NUMed, including the ncl+ Awards, TEAs, Celebrating Success Awards and the Student Advice Centre.
Find out more about NUSU.
President
Faustina Lau – MBBS Stage 2
My role as President is to be the leader of the Student Association. The President is the leader of the High Committee of the Student Association and I shall be responsible for any final decisions and enforcement of rules in the organisation. I am to administrate and preside over general meetings.
Vice President
Goh Jian Cheng – MBBS Stage 2
My role as Vice President is to assist the President during normal association operations, and assume full duties and responsibilities of the President in their absence. I am involved in work coordination within the association and ensure that a healthy relationship within the committee is maintained.
Treasurer
Sean Tay – MBBS Stage 2
My role is to keep track of claims, budget and funding for NUMed clubs and societies. I also maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records on all expenses and disbursement of funds. Furthermore, I liaise with NUMed finance department with regard to payments, deposits and claims, and prepare budget proposals for all Student Association.
Student Welfare Officer
N/P
My role as Welfare Officer is to bridge the gap between students from all the different programmes here at NUMed to create a cohesive, conducive and friendly environment for study and social wellbeing. I will be the first point of contact for student complaints and then present them to the Student Association High Committee.
Education Officer
Evelyn Chong – MBBS Stage 2
My role as Education Officer is to constantly update students with the latest breakthroughs related to medical researchers’ diseases and health issues. Managing educational activities within the campus is also part of the job scope. I am committed to fairly representing a student’s perspective at meetings and video conferences. I will also be in charge of the book and medical tools ordering services.
Logistics Officer
Nandita Isukapalli – MBBS Stage 2
My role as Logistics Officer is to deal with all matters pertaining to the logistics of any events organised by the Students Association, such as PA system and transport. I am also in charge of handling and storing equipment during and after any events when necessary.
Sports Representative
Joey Leong – MBBS Stage 2
My role as Sports Representative is to liaise with every NUMed sports club to ensure sports activities are running smoothly and going well. I am the Project Manager for our annual NUMed Games and I am also responsible for arranging any participation in any sports-related inter-varsity competition, such as MIVG.
International Students' Representative
Sri Uma Priya – MBBS Stage 2
My role as International Students' Representative is primarily concerned with the welfare of all international students studying at NUMed. This includes ensuring a smooth transition in living away from home and adapting to a new study environment, as well as providing them with important information pertaining to their studies. I am also responsible for being a point of contact between international students and the student office.
Publicity Officer
Jong Jie – MBBS Stage 1
My role as Publicity Officer is to publicise any events staged at NUMed by the Student Association and other clubs and societies. I am also in charge of facilitating the collaboration between the Student Association and The NUMed Times in terms of event coverage. In addition, I am the official photographer for the association, and I handle the social media accounts.
Clinical Representative
Srinjoy Bose – MBBS Stage 3
My role as the Clinical Representative is to communicate well with people of different stages (3/4/5) and understand the structure of their year and what problems they might be facing. I also discuss/manage Stage 3 students' problems with the clinical dean, for instance, groupings, hotels and transportation.
