Jo Campling (she/her) has been elected as Welfare and Sustainability Officer, having secured her win above the minimum threshold by 248 votes, taking over from Samuel Timpson in June.
On stage at results night, Jo said: “I want to thank Kerry because we have done this all together. She has had my back the whole time. We’re going to be friends until we’re 85.”
Jo’s campaign focused on the impact of high costs and rising inflation on mental health, and a push for a more sustainable University and Students’ Union through increased transparency and commitment to green initiatives such as reduced costs for alternative foods, and more dedicated support for green careers.
Speaking to Forge Press before the votes opened, she highlighted her experience as Chair of the Sustainability Committee and her sole student representation in the Welfare Steering group.