KAN Party University Council
KAN we change it? Yes, we KAN!
KAN is an international community and student party at UM. We ensure that YOUR voice is heard and that UM is held accountable.
Standing united for people and planet, our main priorities are:
More and better accessible study spaces
Affordable and healthy food at the cafeterias
Reflection weeks for every program
Furthermore, we will continue advancing the following topics in the councils:
Sustainability & Climate Justice: Phasing out of fossil fuels, improving flight policy, and increasing energy efficiency.
Diversity & Inclusivity: Promoting and attracting diverse backgrounds and improving learning accessibility.
Wellbeing: Mental health, housing, and sexual safety: Introducing new initiatives and increasing support facilities and resources.
Education and Careers: Ensuring equitable access to career services and platforms, as well as a future-proof curriculum.
Community and Internationalization: Easing international arrival and integration within the local community and realizing more cross-faculty collaboration.
We believe that social responsibility goes hand in hand with a thriving university.
Check our website for much more policy insight and faculty specific plans: 2024 Campaign.
Reach out for any concerns via social media or on our website.
Let’s make UM a better place together!
Beatrice Pedergnana
Candidate has not yet accepted candidacy
Krithik Rock
Hey, I’m Krithik! I'm from Pondicherry and South East Asia, so I value internationalism at UM.
With two years already as an elected councillor, I can pair my experience and understanding of UM’s political landscape with my passion for community engagement to fulfill UM’s ambitions of sustainability, and sexual and social safety, alongside continuing to work on linking the municipality and university on our key shared concerns: the housing crisis, and transforming Maastricht into an attractive job market for after you’ve graduated.
To discuss the above topics, find me at the ICL, FASoS or reach out to KAN Party's Instagram!
Alina Timosenco
Hello, UM! I'm Alina, a master's student majoring in Sustainability, and a KAN canditate for the University Council. When not studying, I enjoy reading, running, and pet-sitting. My commitment lies in advancing sustainability initiatives within the UM curriculum, ensuring affordable meal options in our cafeterias, and prioritizing student well-being. I aim to bring tangible improvements to our university experience. Your support will enable me to make a real change for our community!
Thanh Pham
Sonora Ward
I’m Sonora, a second year Global Studies student dedicated to climate and social justice. This past year as a faculty counselor I have pushed for increased resources and support for internationals, adding an evacuation chair in 76, and organized a workshop to address harmful behavior in PBL. I hope to continue these projects and more! I want a more equitable, sustainable and inclusive learning environment for my fellow students. I aim to expand support for international students, improve accessibility of the faculties, implement workshops to create safer learning environments and organize community building activities centered on ecology and mental health
Tho Thi
Jakob Seul
Iris Joon
Hi! I’m Iris, a second year psychology student. I have noticed that many of my peers don’t feel as welcome or cared for as they could at our faculty. I’ve been a member of the faculty council of the past year, working on creating an environment in which everyone feels at home and to create a sense of community, through activities such as hosting an art gallery. I want to make sure you feel heard, so please don’t hesitate to stop me for a chat if you see me walking around the university!
Maëlysse Billard
Maelysse Billard
Hi! I’m Maelysse and I’m a second-year student in Global Studies. I’m a KAN and a Fasos Green team member as my values turn around sustainability, climate awareness, and inclusivity. Besides these values, I am very sporty and like to run and lift weights.
Improving our learning system is improving the faculty buildings by making them more sustainable, but also by improving the inclusiveness and the enlargement of the student community. After spending about a year in Maastricht, I am determined to help make changes and improve our environment.
Please don't hesitate to message me if you'd like to chat!
Matthieu M
- DACS Student (Computer Science) - BSc first year
- UCM student (Biology + Social Science) - BSc third year
- I organize outdoor excursions for UM students
Some campaign interests
- Seeking out what students need through regular surveys/focus groups/coffee chats (tell me anonymously by copy-pasting this link into your browser: http://tiny.cc/kanfse)
- Improve educational practices
- Make mental, physical and chronic health resources more accessible
- Foster rich student communities that organically generate self-support
- Rapid-reaction student advocacy task force for urgent issues (bad courses, complicated situations)
A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in
Srna Todorova
Hey :) I’m Srna, a second-year Global Studies student. I like to spend my time baking, reading, hiking, and learning languages.
KAN’s mental health and diveristy&inclusivity values are of great importance to me. I am committed to working towards maintaining and improving the UM wellbeing support access at our university, mainly mental health services. As for the diversity & inclusivity aspect, my priority is to foster an inclusive learning/teaching environment where everyone feels comfortable.
I look forward to collaborating with my fellow student representatives and staff to make UM a pleasant space where academic and personal development thrive.
Vjosa Shabanaj
Sofia Jimenez
Luciana Aguilar Laurencich
Hi everyone! My name is Luciana and I am a second year student of the B.Sc Global Studies. From an early age, I enjoy learning and participating in activities which involve the environment. Whether it's for leisure or for studying its complexities with today’s society, understanding our natural interconnected system has always been a source of inspiration throughout my life. For this reason, being part of the KAN candidacy team excited me to further spread my passion towards thinking of more sustainable and innovative strategies, uplifting the university’s environment and students wellbeing.