Name: Josh Cox
Age: 20
Degree: Biomedicine
Positions Held:
Biomedical Sciences Course Rep 2011-12
Union Councillor 2011-12
Campaigns Officer – JCR 2011-12
Ethical and Environmental Officer 2012-13
Student Trustee 2012-13
Marrow Committee Member 2012-13
National Marrow Social Media Rep 2012-13
Student Ambassador 2011-13
Public Relations Ambassador (Sainsbury’s) 2013
Campaign Slogan: Cox Cares
Strength: Determination
Interview:
Why did you decide to run for this position?
I have always had a passion for welfare, and it seemed like the natural progression from E&E Officer. It is my time to truly improve SUSU to ensure the welfare of our students is the top priority for a student’s union.
What has been your best experience whilst you’ve been involved with SUSU?
During the first few months as E&E Officer when I managed to create the new sustainability strategy
What makes you the best candidate for the job?
I am the most experienced candidate running and have developed a fantastic understanding of the Union in this time and because my policy ideas are achievable
Why does the Union need a VP Welfare?
University is a time when students go through a number of personal changes, which can lead to many mental health problems and other issues. The Union need to be there as a support network for our students and without a VP Welfare this network would not be as strong.
What’s your welfare Related Horror Story?
Housing! When we went in to a certain letting agents to sign the contracts we found out about a ton of hidden costs that they had not mentioned. We went in thinking we were paying £400 and they wanted us to pay £650. It is safe to say we said NO!
What have I enjoyed most about elections?
Meeting all the candidates, and realising that there are so many people that are passionate about our union.
You can read Josh’s manifesto HERE
