Fiih Patel

Candidate for International Students Rep.Hi everyone!I am one of your International Students Rep candidates for the 2025-26 UMSU elections.As an international student myself I know the kind of help and support required to feel at home away from home. Feeling lost? Find your way to me and I will do my best to help you find your place here at UMDon't forget to vote FIIH for International Students Rep this March 6 & 7.

Who Am I?

I would describe myself as a highly inquisitive individual who loves to get to know the people around her better. As an international student I would love to make the most of the opportunity to experience such a vast array of cultures.The idea of being my best version and helping people to do the same by providing them resources is what motivates me to get up everyday.
I’m highly passionate about experiencing the world around me. Let it be books, meeting new people visiting new places etc

My Policies

Information
Action: Develop a visually engaging infographic series (posters, social media content, and a resource booklet) listing all essential campus resources for international students, including academic support, mental health services, and cultural organizations.
Impact: Ensure international students can easily find and access vital university resources, improving their overall experience and well-being.
Multiculturalism
Action: Connect students to a Student Community Bridging Program that connects international students with cultural, academic, and social student groups on campus.
Impact: Encourage collaboration, foster friendships, and make campus life more interactive and welcoming.
Intersectionality.
Action: Host monthly intersectionality forums where international students can share experiences and discuss challenges in a safe, inclusive space.
Impact: Create awareness of diverse student experiences and improve cultural understanding across different backgrounds.

Why Am I Running?

  • As an international student myself I know the challenges faced navigating university for the first time. Knowing that you need support but not knowing how to reach out or to whom. My reason for running is quite simple. I want to help build a better-connected student body on campus so that every new student has the kind of support that they need.

Questions?

Feel free to reach out to me on any of my domains.Voting Open March 6 &7

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