Our Executive
President: Aidan Donoghue
aidan donoghue (he/him)
Kia ora e hoa! Ko Aidan Donoghue toku ingoa, ko ahau te perehitini o Te Aka Tauira VUWSA. I believe Uni is hard enough already, so I’m big on students coming together to for mutual support, fairer policies, or even a bit of rowdy “socialising”.
I believe all this only happens when we act collectively, and with the election this year, I’m focused on getting students informed and motivated to have their say. If students like you show up and speak out, we can shape decisions that affect our lives now and after uni.
If you’d like to chat, find me level 4 of the Student Union Building, my door is always open.
Academic Vice President: Ethan Rogacion
Ethan rogacion (he/him)
Kia ora! Ko Ethan Rogacion tōku ingoa, and I am excited to serve as your VUWSA Academic Vice-President for 2026. In my role, I work with staff and students from across Te Herenga Waka to ensure that the University's academic programmes, policies and procedures are well designed to support your success at VUW.
This year, my focuses are improving student voice mechanisms across the University, getting fairer workloads for every student at every faculty, and levelling up the accessibility of VUWSA's services for students. If you want to have a chat about anything academic or provide feedback, get in touch!
academic@vuwsa.org.nz
Welfare Vice President: Aspen Jackman
Aspen Jackman (she/her)
Kia ora! Ko Aspen Jackman tōku ingoa, and I am delighted to be your Welfare Vice President for 2026!
This year, my focus is on bringing the change that you want to see, whether that's the return of a dedicated women's space, a week dedicated to drugs (education), or something else entirely. My promise is to deliver fun and engaging events that also equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to make university life that little bit better.
If you have any questions, please come along to our Welfare and Equity drop-ins or feel free to reach out through my email at anytime.
Have a wonderful day!
Engagement Vice President: Charlotte Lawrence
Charlotte Lawrence (she/her)
(bio tbc)
Treasurer/Secretary: Sanjukta Dey
Sanjukta dey (She/her)
Kia ora!
I’m Sanjukta Dey, and I’m thrilled to be VUWSA’s Treasurer and Secretary for 2026. I work closely with both the operational staff and executive team to keep communication clear and things running smoothly. My role includes managing routine administration and supporting executive project planning from a financial, logistical, and organisational perspective.
This year, I aim to be reliable, approachable, and adaptable, making sure my peers feel supported in bringing questions or concerns to me. I will aim to focus on problem-solving, whether that’s small structural adjustments or longer-term constitutional work. If you have any questions about my role, feel free to reach out by email anytime!
treasurer@vuwsa.org.nz
Sustainability Officer: Sophie Guerin
sophie guerin (she/her)
Kia ora, ko Sophie Guerin tōku ingoa and I am so excited to be your VUWSA Sustainability Officer this year!
Over the course of 2026, I will strive to bring more sustainability initiatives to campus while clarifying and delivering information about current initiatives, facilitating conversations around our climate crisis and our next steps, and ensuring that the University and VUWSA are operating sustainably.
I also hope that we can work together as students to demand better environmental policy in the general election and look forward to engaging with students and clubs on campus to determine what those goals are.
If you have any questions, suggestions or concerns please email me and I’ll look forward to talking with you!
Campaigns Officer: Lewis Collins
lewis collins (he/him)
Kia ora e hoa mā!
Ko Lewis Collins tōku ingoa. As your Campaigns Officer, I am responsible for leading VUWSA’s social and political kaupapa, mobilising students on issues that affect us the most. My goals this year include unapologetically empowering working students, actively honouring Te Tiriti and fighting for social justice.
Students have it hard. Whether that’s paying expensive fees, not being able to afford excruciating rent or struggling to lock down a decent job with fair employment rights - solidarity is the only way forward! We need to challenge the powers that be to do better.
Keen for a kōrero? So am I. Let's catch up!
He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata.
campaigns@vuwsa.org.nz
Equity Officer: Pyper Adams
Pyper adams (they/them)
(bio tbc)
equity@vuwsa.org.nz
Clubs and Activities Officer: Cam Dickson
Cam dickson (he/him)
Kia ora! Ko Cam Dickson tōku ingoa, and it’s my privilege to be your VUWSA Clubs and Activities Officer for 2026! Clubs provide opportunities for us to meet people, collaborate on amazing events, make real change, and pursue what we love – so, let’s support them to do that. In my role, I shape policy, provide resources, and ensure club culture flourishes on campus, allowing us to bring truly exceptional opportunities to our student body.
Over the course of 2026, I’ll supply resources, connect clubs, and be accountable to the VUW community. Get in touch anytime – together, we can help clubs!
clubs@vuwsa.org.nz
Education Officer: Aría Lal
Aría Lal (they/them)
(bio tbc)
