Zoë MacCallum (she/her)

President - Academic Life – zmacallum@qmu.ac.uk

Hi, I’m Zoë! I’m your President of Academic Life. After spending last year as the Societies Officer, I’m very happy to be here once more working within the SU and University. I’m here to represent the academic interests of the student population and make sure your time here at QMU is supported and fun! I’m so excited to be working with this year's Officers Committee and the University staff and committees to ensure the student experience is the best it can be! I sit on various committees and boards such as Court, Senate and Student Experience, to ensure that every student is advocated for and at the heart of the decision-making processes here at QMU.

 

You can get in touch with me through email, my social media or come pop up for a chat at the SU, I’m always up for a chat! 

  zoe.qmusupres

 

Silvia Cardinale (she/her)

President -  Student Activities – scardinale@qmu.ac.uk

Hey Everyone! My name is Silvia, and I am the President – Student Activities for the incoming academic year!

I am incredibly excited to work with all the Sports and Societies to support them and enhance their university experience, from Welcome Week until the end of the year, providing support, guidance, and fun!

If you ever need me, you’ll be able to find me at the Student’s Union, right above Maggie’s, so do not hesitate to pop by with your questions or for a chat!

I can’t wait to meet you all and see what each student, team and society will do this year, so let me know if you have any ideas or thoughts to make this year amazing!

   silvia_qmusu

 

 

PART-TIME OFFICERS

Feel free to contact your Student Officers if you have any questions. Please be aware that they are part-time and may not be able to respond to all emails. If your message is urgent or for general enquiries, contact union@qmu.ac.uk

Goodness Ojo-Solomon (she/her)

Black Minority Ethnic (BME) Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

I am Goodness Ojo-Solomon, a Master’s student studying Global Health and your new BME Officer for 2025–2026.

When I first arrived at QMU, a few friends who had settled in before me helped me find my way, from showing me around to sharing tips that made those early days a little easier. Gradually, that small gesture became my own small circle of friends, a community that made me feel seen, supported, and like I belonged. That sense of belonging made all the difference, and I’d love to help create that same welcoming experience for others. In this role, I hope to help other BME students find that same sense of connection, while also sharing useful resources and making sure our voices are heard. I’m here to listen, learn, and collaborate with the SU team to improve access to wellbeing resources and services for BME students.

If you ever need anything or just want to talk don’t hesitate to reach out! I look forward to working with you all to make our university an even more welcoming and empowering space.

 

Robert Harrison (he/him)

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

Heya!
I am Robbie, your 2025/26 EDI officer. 

My role will look like; taking student feedback about equality, diversity, and inclusion themes and pushing for the changes you want to see at Queen Margaret University. Additionally, I will be a voice in events and planning throughout the university to give a different perspective and ensure that accessibility and inclusion is thought of in all possible areas. 

I hope to be a friendly face that you can connect with and relate to, and always ready to learn new ways to let everyone's student experience be filled with EDI in mind. 

Finally, please interact with the officers, we can't make change without your voice. I want to hear all your ideas and experiences. 

Accessibility benefits everyone!

 robert_qmu_edi

 

Saugat Dahal (he/him)

International Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

Hi, I’m Saugat, your International Officer for this academic year. I’m currently studying BSc (Hons) Nutrition and I’m originally from Nepal. As an international student myself, I understand both the excitement and the challenges that come with studying abroad. My goal is to ensure all international students feel welcome, heard, and supported throughout their time at QMU.

I’ll be working closely with the SU to improve access to information, promote cultural events, and strengthen the sense of community on campus. If you have any ideas, questions, or just want to chat, feel free to reach out!

 

Joe Agnew (he/him)

Sports Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

Hi everyone!

I'm Joe, I'm going into my 4th year of Psychology at QMU, and I'm really looking forward to being Sports Officer as well as President of QMU Run Club for the upcoming academic year. I want to be as available as possible to all the teams this year, and to learn from each of them to help them grow and improve on a fantastic last year. Sports have played a pivotal role in my life, and I want to pass that on to current and future students.

I believe that there is something for everyone here at QMU, and as a Psychologist, I'd fully advise getting involved in a sports team or society to give yourself a good balance of uni work and exercise! 

 

Jo Marooth (he/him)

Student Voice Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

Hello one and all. My name is Jo and I’m a third year International Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management student and your student voice officer, firstly I want to say how grateful and excited I am to be joining the student union for this year. Over the last 2 years I’ve been working hard as a Pals leader, student rep and student helper to make sure the student voice has been heard, with this new position I will do my best to listen to all students and act on the student’s voice and in everyone’s best interests.

I want to make sure everyone feels heard whether that’s in the classroom or in the sports and societies, I want you all to know I’m here for you and I’m available to talk to at any time you see me or through my social media page. One of my main goals for this upcoming year is to improve the communication between all areas of the university as I know first-hand how confusing and how dense it can be at time, so my focus is to streamline this and make it clear and easy for student to keep up with everything important to create the best experience for every student.

I look forward to meeting many of you over the coming year and once again any issues you have, I’m always available to message or just look out for me on campus and let’s all have a fantastic year together.

 joqmustudentvoice25

 

Colin Slattery (he/him)

Wellbeing Officer - suofficers@qmu.ac.uk

Hi, I'm Colin, your Wellbeing Officer for this year.

I'm in my fourth year at QMU and I love it here. I want to do everything I can to make every student's experience here be the best it can be. I'm thrilled to be working with The Students' Union to make that happen. I can frequently be found around the campus, so feel free to stop me and have a chat. I'd love to hear about how your year is going and what you're up to, no matter what programme you're on.

I can signpost you to the wellbeing services at the QMU, give you a heads-up about any exciting events that are upcoming, or just tell some really bad jokes (expect puns - too many puns). I hope to see you around the uni and at some of the awesome events we'll be running through the year.