Exec Elections

Hi, my name is Friederike! I’m currently a third-year PhD student in Ecology, studying weed invasions in New Zealand shrublands. I completed a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Agricultural Science back home in Germany. My passion for ecology drives everything I do! Outside of research, I love hiking, volunteering, planting native trees, and spending time with friends.

As a postgraduate student at Lincoln University, I have been actively involved in several student clubs including the Anime Club, Ecological Society, and Public Speaking Club where I held executive roles and have always been keen on taking initiative and responsibility. If elected, my goal is to ensure that the voices of postgraduate students are heard, and their wellbeing is prioritized. My passion is to work with and on behalf of postgraduate students by raising issues that matter most to students, supporting their needs, and listening to their concerns and ideas.

I want to make sure your voice is heard and your input leads to real change!

Thanks for your support!

Minuk Kang – Nominee for Postgraduate Engagement Representative

As a current Master of Applied Computing student at Lincoln University, I understand the unique challenges postgraduate students face in balancing academic demands with personal wellbeing and community connection. My experience as an international student has taught me the importance of belonging, inclusion, and creating meaningful engagement beyond the classroom.

If elected, I will focus on building stronger connections among postgraduate students through social and academic events tailored to diverse needs. From informal gatherings and chill-out sessions to inclusive cultural events and collaborative workshops, I aim to ensure that every PG student has the opportunity to participate, relax, and contribute.

I also believe in the power of student voice. I will represent the interests of postgraduates on key university committees, and actively collect feedback to make sure our ideas and concerns are heard and acted on. I’m committed to supporting initiatives that improve wellbeing, equity, and visibility for PG students on campus.

I bring previous leadership experience as a resident assistant and my current involvement in student life, including club events and project work. I am reliable, approachable, and ready to listen.

Let’s make Lincoln a more connected, inclusive, and vibrant space for all postgraduate students.

Kia ora! I'm Eligh Ashby, a Master of Planning student at Lincoln University with an Environmental Management and Politics background from the University of Otago. I sit on the Lincoln Planning Review editorial committee, helping promote and publish student research. Outside of university, I'm a surf lifeguard with Taylor's Mistake SLSC and part of their SAR squad. I also enjoy swimming, surfing, and tramping.

I'm running for the Postgraduate Engagement Representative position because I care about creating a stronger and more connected postgraduate experience. Coming from Otago, I know the value of an engaged university community and want to help bring that same energy to Lincoln.

Over 40% of Lincoln students are postgraduates, yet many feel disconnected from campus life. If elected, I'll work to change that by helping build an inclusive, visible, and supportive postgraduate community that actively engages with academic and social life.

My priorities will be:

Creating a vibrant postgrad community through regular social and career events explicitly tailored to our cohort. More free food events, more networking opportunities, more connections.

Reclaiming underutilised areas on campus for postgraduate use. Dedicated, accessible spaces are essential for focused research, quiet study, and community- building, yet many suitable areas remain overlooked.

Improving campus safety and accessibility at night by advocating for better lighting around key pathways. As someone who’s walked into more than one puddle after a late study session, I know how important safe, well-lit routes are for everyone on campus.

Advocating for better food support on campus, like free breakfasts and cheap, filling lunches. Many students are under financial pressure; affordable meals ease stress and support well-being.

Together, let’s build a more connected, supported, and visible postgraduate community.

Vote Eligh Ashby for Postgrad Engagement Representative!

Kia ora,

I am Darius, who has been lucky enough to live and work throughout NZ as a Beekeeper and travel the world as a Production Technician. Returning here to Lincoln to study a PG Dip Hort, I'm soon to be moving into a Research Masters in Horticultural Science. Many of you know me as the RA for Crescent in 2024 and the advocacy I did to make their experience better. I will ensure the best Student Experience possible.

What my goals will be:

- Advocacy. Lincoln is a majority postgrad University, yet our postgrad spaces are taken away from us, and we feel that we are being pushed into corners, without concerns not listened to. I will ensure any issues raised with me WILL be followed through.

- Experience. I have worked as a Production Manager for Events with over 20,000 people such as R&V. As your Rep I can deliver the large and the more relaxed & companionable events. Our social experiences are as important to us, just as our Academic achievements are as well.

- Engagement. I am the Double Denim guy that helps out as a Library Assistant that you see regularly around campus. I am always available for a cup of tea and a chat. Let me know.

- Championing. This role requires working parallel to the University system for delivering the best results for us as Postgrad Students. I have demonstrated exactly that in my previous role as a RA; I can work with all staff to achieve any goal.

I love being here at Lincoln, being part of this beautiful Campus here in the South Island. It’s very important to me that every PG Student is afforded every opportunity to attain distinction here at LU.

Ngā mihi, Darius

Darius

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