We deeply regret to inform you that Luca, Students' Union President, has made the decision to step down from their role effective immediately.
We deeply regret to inform you that Luca, Students' Union President, has made the decision to step down from their role effective immediately.
Since September 2023, Luca has represented the Students' Union, first as a long-serving student trustee, then as Education Officer, and finally as President starting in July 2024. Throughout this time, Luca has passionately fought for students’ interests and concerns in the face of a politics of financialisation, cuts and redundancies. They have made a significant impact on various Union activities, and they have empowered and supported student voices and protest.
In the spirit of transparency, it is important that we acknowledge that Luca’s resignation came at a time when the Union was navigating internal complexities and dynamics around grant reduction discussions. They also raised concerns regarding institutional ableism. These are being considered with the appropriate gravity, and an external investigation is being launched. Please be assured it is being taken forward appropriately and without disruption to the Union’s work.
We are sincerely thankful to Luca for their valuable contributions in this difficult time. They were a great colleague and continue to be a wonderful friend. We wish them all the best, wherever they go next.
In the meantime, the Union team is actively working on plans to ensure a seamless transition in this role and will provide further updates shortly.
We sabbatical officers are making sure continuity in our work is preserved and we are organising new campaigns for the upcoming Welcome Week in September and beyond.
With care,
Shada, Starr, and Sofian- your sabbatical officer team.