Dave ‘DMC’ Cordell U, Uni, Unity: the core of community

Experience

  • NUS Delegate (2013)
  • Part of the SU Working Group team (2013)
  • Campaigner, supporter and money-raiser for several NGOs and charities (ASHA, INF and CAB)
  • Committed CU rep for 2 years, involved in leadership and events coordination (2011/2012)
  • Experience and confidence in public speaking
  • Represented Nottingham University at cricket and played in IMS tournaments for both Hockey and Football (2010/2011)
  • I attend SU council and am aware of current issues
  • Hickory Dickory Dock Promoter
  • Counsellor for Camp Leaders (2011)
  • London to Paris bike ride for charity (2012)

Change

  • Ensure that JCR spending is fully transparent to hall residents, resulting in better/wiser spending.
  • Publicise existing support for year out students looking for housemates/ homes.
  • Make Derby Road a safer place for cyclists. Talk to local councillors about a Derby road cycle path.
  • Make Station Road a safer place for Sutton Bonington students, installing street lamps/ potentially cycle paths.
  • Confront city council: Introduce parking permit charges for non-students, combatting student discrimination.
  • Continue the ‘Love Your Home’ campaign.
  • Derby hopper bus: Make it more frequent and reliable.
  • Introduce a farmers market to Broadgate Park one day a week, selling fresh produce.