NovUM FHML
NovUM at FHML stands for a structured and student-centred approach to improving both academic life and student well-being. We focus on clear, achievable changes that directly impact your experience during your studies.
Well-being and support: Students at FHML often face a high-pressure academic environment. We advocate for better visibility and accessibility of well-being resources, bringing support for mental health, housing, and student life together in one clear and central place.
Integration and inclusion: A strong community is essential for a positive study experience. We support a more inclusive environment where all students can connect, regardless of background. This includes improving access to Dutch courses and ensuring English is consistently used in international programmes.
Clear AI policy and skills: AI is becoming central to academic and professional life, yet its use remains unclear. We push for a more structured approach to AI within education, focusing on teaching students how to use these tools effectively and responsibly.
Fair recognition and assessment: Graduation is a key milestone. We support better organisation of graduation ceremonies and clear documentation of academic achievements such as GPA and honours. At the same time, we advocate for fairer group assessments and improved systems that ensure equal contribution.
Better planning and workload balance: Current scheduling, especially resits during holiday periods, places unnecessary pressure on students. We push for improved planning that protects student well-being and allows for proper rest during breaks.
At NovUM, we believe your academic success should go hand in hand with your well-being. We work towards an FHML where expectations are clear, support is accessible, and every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Roos Goorman
Hi! My name is Roos, 22, student in Public Health. Last year, I had the oppertunity to represent our students in the University Council, advocating for wellbeing, accesible food prices and improved AI policy. This year we want to continue advocating for your voice!! We represent:
1. Your Wellbeing = Our Priority ; No resits over the holidays
2. AI Literacy for Students and Staff ; AI policy should be there to support you in your studies, not hold you back.
3. Inclusive and Transparant Representation ; every voice counts, open governance
Angela Chong
Hi, I'm Angela and I'm an extremely hardworking first-year Biomedical student and serial marathon runner. If YOU believe our university should work just as hard as we do for our education, vote for me and I'll make the higher-ups sweat trying to improve OUR student life ;)
These are the four things I'll fight the university for:
A Proper Student Representation - A Greater Say in How the Curriculum is Structured
A Proper Graduation Ceremony - Sick and Tired of The Maastrichtzaal!
A Proper Cafeteria - One That Students Can Afford
A Proper break from Uni - No More Resits During Carnaval and Other Festivities
Daniël Klunder
Hey, I'm glad you're taking the time to vote and help improve our university! I'll be honest, I was definitely sweet talked into running for these elections. So I'll keep it simple: I am not here with big promises about revolutionizing UM. What you can expect from me is someone who focuses on fixing the small, everyday frustrations that actually affect your student life, because those are things that should already be better.
Ishaan Deshmukh
Y'all hear about the new caterers? Yeah, we did that. There are many more issues plaguing FHML which must be resolved. When us students want change, we get it done through persistence. The voices are already heard, I'm just here to turn up the volume.
Three of the many goals:
1. Graduation day is special for everyone, regarless of study programme. No more maastrichtzaal lecture-style graduation. (Yes, it's currently a horror show)
2. Staff needs AI literacy. Nobody can force or prohibit students from using AI. We need educated regualtions.
3. NO MORE Carnaval resits. They must and will go, if thou votest me.
Lia Soraya Wallraff
Hey, I’m Lia, 21 years old and a second-year bachelor student. As a current member of the Student Council, I already know the main issues students face at UM from recorded lectures and socialising difficulties to the expensive food situation. I know both the student and teaching side, and I want to make sure student voices are truly heard
My three main points:
1. Reflection Week after the exams
2. A Graduation Ceremony you truly deserve
3. Stronger Career Preparation with practical skills
I’m approachable, involved, and always have an open ear for your ideas and concerns!
Oliver Olesen
Emma Krystyna Dyba
Hello! My name is Emma and I’m 19 years old in my first year of EPH Bachelor. As the current President of the EUnitas, I’m already involved in making the student life better for my program, but I want to do more!
I want to apply the knowledge I’ve gained so far in my position and help students of the whole Faculty with:
- Quality of education and feedback
- Find cheaper alternatives for food
- Giving voice to the students from smaller programs
Please remember : you may be a small part of the whole Faculty as a student, but you matter!!
Eowyn Luchters
Greg Osztrogonácz
If there are BIG problems, it will be solved by BIG G. Vote Big G for less problems and more solutions!
Clara Monni
Hey there, everyone! I'm Clara, and some of you might recall me running last year, running in uns40, asking if you already voted in the election. For everyone's new, I study EPH as a second-year student, and I'm running again after a year because I want to continue supporting international students within our faculty, and also to give meaning to my role on the FHML council.
My goals are:
- Transparency for students
- Fairer education
- Expand the minor market