Biosoc

Chairperson

Aoife Gatling Colleran

Esteemed members, I am hereby announcing my running for Chairperson of Biosoc.

Biosoc has been an integral part of my college life so far and I have been honoured to work with three wonderful committees. I have loved getting to know my year through organising events, sorting out stressy ticket moments and general Biosoc hype work. I have also honed my wine pouring skills over the last 3 years and can switch a consultant’s verre from Tesco finest to Côtes du Rhône in under 0.5s.

Each year has brought its own excitement despite the sadness that comes with saying goodbye to the old committee. This year I hope to make the dynasty proud and put my own spin on Biosoc, while incorporating what I have learnt from those that have come before me.
Biosoc should be a safe space which enables students to establish friendships, make connections, to inspire, challenge the status quo and also to let off steam.

I am keen to introduce a broader range of social events to strive for a Biosoc that caters for all medical students while expanding on our much-loved traditional events.

To paraphrase the Sultans of Ping FC, here's my manifesto so put it to the testo.

Secretary

Eimear Kyle

Hello, I’m Eimear and I would love nothing more than to be your secretary for Biosoc’s 148th session.

I have to admit that I am no stranger to this society business. Having been fortunate enough to be a year rep for the past two years, I have learned the ins and outs of how the committee operates.

I have also dabbled elsewhere in the med society universe, this year serving as an officer for Streetdoctors, AMSI TCD and AMSI Ireland. So yeah I can do up a fine spreadsheet and compose emails galore baby. I am well versed in all my sign-offs: the all-important differentiation of ‘Yours sincerely’ vs ‘Yours faithfully’; vibe check - ‘Kind regards’ or ‘Regards’? (latter=a bit irked). This is the stuff that matters.

But no really, I sincerely am willing to work hard if you’ll have me. It goes without saying that Biosoc is an absolute main event in our med-student lives - I would feel honoured to once again be part of an organisation that brings genuine joy to myself and the people around me. Thx for reading and vote Eimzky 4 secksiest sec thank you

Treasurer

Panya Matreja

Hi, my name is Panya and I would love to be your next Biosoc Treasurer!

Biosoc plays such a big part in our social lives as medical students. From wine and cheese nights to balls and trips abroad, many of my happiest memories (and some I would rather forget ://) have been made at Biosoc events so I would love to be a part of making these events a reality.

As for my experience, I am the current treasurer for AMSI TCD which means I am familiar with applying for grants, keeping accounts and all the other boring stuff that comes with being treasurer (all of which I would gladly welcome as an excuse for procrastinating studying). I am also one of the 3rd year Class reps, and while I’m no Suzanne (<3), if I can deal with the school of med and academic registry on a regular basis, I can hopefully deal with anything the committee throws at me.

But yea, I would be extremely grateful for your votes and am looking forward to making more memories together at future Biosoc events - Panya xx

Thanks,

Panya Matreja

Sarah O’Grady

Hey, my name is Sarah and I’d love to be Biosoc’s next treasurer!

Why I’d like to be treasurer:

I LOVE being the banker in Monopoly

My Revolut vault is airtight, it couldn’t even be opened for all the sangria in Lisbon. I’m willing to sacrifice my Revolut username (and soul) to Biosoc for the cause

Can finally put the many skills I learned from being Bank manager in my TY bank and Junior Cert balance sheets to good use

After 3 years of living alone in Dublin without any major financial crisis I’ve honed my budgeting and money management skills

Can capitalise on the family connections in the Big5 and consult KPMG if any account difficulties arise! (I’ve also done work experience with them so I’m actually competent too dw)

I’d really love to be a part of Biosoc148, I promise I won’t bankrupt Biosoc if given the chance xx

Public Relations Officer

Ellen Ayerst

Hey, my names Ellen and I’m a third year running for personal relations officer (PRO), for next years Biosoc!

The last three years Biosoc has played an important part of my experience in Trinity and I would love to be able to take an active role in the committee, ensuring another year of memorable events. I think I am best suited to the role of PRO as I am organised and creative, promising some aesthetically pleasing posters advertising events. It would be gratifying to finally be able to put my two years of LC art to work. I am more commonly found on Instagram while on Ussher three than I am watching lectures, proven by the Instagram shortcut saved to my google chrome home page. Even Eleanor Power confiscating my phone can’t deter me. I promise to prioritise responding to DMs over doing college work. Anyone lucky enough to have had to mute my multiple private stories knows I love nothing more than incessantly vlogging my every move. I’d love to have a role where I could channel this passion. I do have a few more serious attributes, I’ve worked in IT so I can find my way around a computer, helpful in organising ticket selling etc. I was hired for this by my dad so anything I couldn’t do I had to figure out veryyy quickly – I will bring this resourcefulness to the role! Thanks! Ellen

Conor Nolan

Hi I’m Conor, and I am #yoloswagged to be running for Biosoc PRO next year. This is my first year running for Biosoc, but I feel that I possess the tools to be a great PRO. I am the curator of popular instagram memeography internet site @careymichael42, I am addicted to my phone, and am totally down with the cool kids y’all. Additionally , I’ve worked in other societies as an AMSI rep, as a class rep, and as PRESIDENT of CHESS SOC (groovy).

If you thought Trinity’s fox coverage era was good, you ain’t seen nothing yet… I have experience working with graphic design for AMSI this year, so I will be able to keep the society looking at least somewhat professional…

Apart from sh*tposting (see above), I can’t wait to be involved in advertising fantastic Biosoc events, posting photos of you all having a boogie, and repeatedly refusing to tell you where the Biosoc trip will be. I’m hoping to be studying an intercalated masters next year, so will have the time to really give it 100% (or as they say in neuroanatomy, 46.2%). I have really enjoyed the fantastic Biosoc events during my first three years studying in Trinity, and should I be elected I really will be excited to have the chance to get further involved in them.

Thanks for taking the time to read my manifesto x

Mishka Shifau

I am Mishka and I would love to be Biosoc's new PRO.

Why you may ask?

Well, I was reading the previous manifestos and came to the realization that the previous PRO has got some competition because my screen time is 11+ hours per day. (Don't worry, I'm appalled too!) Does this mean I can be a better PRO than the PRO PRO? Well, who knows.

But I do have a load of experience as a public relations officer. I am the current PRO of the TCD Paediatric Society, so all those aesthetic Instagrams up on their page are the work of yours truly (let's not even mention the teddy bear hospital shirts). I am also the Communications officer at the Journal of Young Inventors and am the Head of Design at an NGO for Child Rights Advocasim. Not to mention, as part of the events sub-committee of VDP I have had a hand in designing the yearly booklet and some of their social media posters as well!

So essentially, I know a thing or two about designing social media posts and crafting witty captions. I have not been acing creative writing competition since I was 9 to not have honed this skill. I am also pretty nifty with a camera so there won't ever be just one good side.

Well, I think that's enough chit-chat, a picture speaks more than a thousand words, so here is my portfolio and linked in:

https://shifaumishka.wixsite.com/my-site-12/portfolio

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mishka-s/

Biosoc has been a major part of my life in my second year and I would love to contribute a ton more. It's guaranteed to be a good time (and this is the only time I will say this) pick me, choose me as your new PRO!

Best Regards and lots of love,

Mishka xx

Entertainment Officers (x2)

Sophie Bannon

Hello! My name is Sophie and I would love to be one of your Biosoc ents officers as the role is to organise fun events that are accessible to everyone which I would be super at.

I am organisationally gifted as evident from my time running the debates in the Phil and being Public Health Officer for AMSI. I arranged oodles of comedy debates with international guest speakers, competitions, panels and morale boosting events for the good people of Trinity.

I have thrown myself into every Biosoc event from dad dancing in Paris nightclub to blindly refereeing Med-Day matches (my scandal sheet mentions and Med-Web speak for themselves on my sociability…)

I bring energy and vivacity to everything I do which would translate into events. I would endeavour to make them inclusive for drinkers and non-drinkers alike while holding events that are intellectually stimulating as well as neuron depleting;)

Thanks

Eoin McDermott

Hey Guys, my name is Eoin and I’m putting myself forward for the position of Biosoc Ents Officer.

I love nothing more in life than a few pints, a bit of music and a night out. I think all of these factors are absolutely essential for anyone planning events for ye all to enjoy!

Ive woken up on more floors than I care to admit, woken up with the fear more times than I’ve had hot dinners and I’m fairly partial to shaving my head after a few quiet beers. It would be my absolute honour to pass on this legacy to our younger years and help you all begin to lead a life with a healthy balance between Medicine and The Hardy Bucks!

I promise I won’t disappoint regardless of how the voting goes and I appreciate any votes!

Thanks for reading!

Eoin

Luka Moric

Hi, my name is Luka, I’m a third year and I’m running to be your next Biosoc ENTs officer or OCM.

After two years in Halls and what felt like a lifetime in AHHlone, I know what a real party looks like and the Halls house wardens I’m sure can begrudgingly vouch for that. And after having survived rooming with Eoin Mc Dermott in first year, I’m confident I can take on any challenge that might come my way.

Bringing my speaker wherever I go I’m always ready for a good time and I’d love to be a part of creating that chaos for everyone in Biosoc.

Since I’m a massive empath and a third culture kid, I also have no doubt I can swindle some European Karens into giving us drinks deals on whatever trip we end up on. So if you’re up for a bit of craic and don’t mind tolerating my questionable dance moves from time to time, I would really appreciate your vote!

Thank you.

John Morrison

Hey everyone, my name is John Morrison. I’m running for an ENTs position this year mainly because I love a good night out. I’ve attended many a Biosoc event over the years and have made some of my best college experiences while doing so. I know how great the events are for getting to know everyone in your year and want to contribute to organising this in the

future. Next year I would continue all the usual loved Biosoc events like surf trip, pub crawl etc and also the recently resurrected battle of the bands, and definitely add some new action-packed events. Biosoc always has the best nights every year, and I promise to maintain this while making the events bigger and better. I’m generally well organised, I enjoy planning things, and have some experience from helping put on MOVE ball this year. See you at the AGM on Wednesday!

Kevin Sweeney

Hi guys, my name is Kevin Sweeney and here’s why I would love to represent you as Ents officer next year.

Studying medicine is tough, which is exactly why we need to make every event count. If elected, I promise to secure you the best venues, the most talented entertainment and the finest Ryanair seats money can buy. In preparation for this campaign I’ve spent countless hours ensuring I’ve sampled every nightclub east of the Shannon to ensure Biosoc members get only the best. In terms of experience, I’ve organised everything from 6th year holidays in Greece to lots of eventful weekends away both home and abroad and seen some amazing places.

Whether you’re a first year or final year, there are certain events of the Biosoc

calendar that everyone looks forward to. I remember my first Biosoc

Christmas trip to Barcelona in 2019, just about. From free bars in hostels to several hundred intoxicated meds storming the metro, there truly was something for everyone. This year’s reps have set a good bar but I want to lift it higher, my events will cater to everyone and make up for all the time we lost out on during covid.

As some of you may know, I am an excellent communicator when drunk. So whether its convincing the bouncer to let you back in after you floored yourself at Medball or informing your PBL tutor to go easy as you were at an afters till 6, I’ve got your back.

In all seriousness though, I have some great plans for the year ahead and now that rona is officially dust, it’s time to get Biosoc Ents back into full swing. Regardless if its Bundoran, Budapest, Berlin or the Buttery I guarantee you’ll have a good time.

Ordinary Committee Members (x2)

Tommy Claffey

Hi, my name's Tommy and I'm hoping to be one of your next Biosoc OCMs. At the great dismay of my colon, I have consumed several times my body weight in Aldi wine at Biosoc events over the last 3 years.

I see this as one of the great rites of passage of TCD Med -- along with arriving haggard to a 9am PBL with 3 hours of sleep, sitting a PT exam with a loose understanding of what the basal ganglia are, and realizing you're actually not a Medium in TCD scrubs.

Seriously though, for me this society and the events they organise are at the top of the list of the great things you can say about Trinity Med. It's a defining part of the course, and I would love nothing more than to be a part of it in the year to come.

Sophie Coalter

Hello there, my name is Sophie and I would love to be your next Biosoc OCM and here’s why;

I am the McVitie’s Gold Bar QUEEN (top of the priority list of course) and I promise to keep supplying whatever goodies I can scrounge off my mom’s work for years to come!

Throughout the years, I have genuinely never missed a Biosoc event unless I am out of the country, some would say a “die-hard Biosoc-er”. You may recognise me from the stage of Workman’s (I will serenade you personally if you vote for me), or from the more glorious stage of -2 in TBSI, where you may find me attempting to decode the mystics of DNA replication to my eager learners.

In terms of strengths, my planning and organisational skills have often branded me as the “holiday mom”, sporting my digital camera (hope you are ready for your y2k profile pic). In all seriousness, I am hoping to put these skills to use to plan some spectacular events (including campus afters at mine, biscuits included). I am ready to serve as OCM as best as I can, to continue welcoming everyone to the family that is Biosoc.

Erin Doherty

Hi, Im Erin and I’m here to convince you to vote me for OCM.

As a self-proclaimed Jack of all trades I think I have lots to offer. Im responsible enough to handle leading rescue missions on Biosoc trips, I’m passionate enough to haggle strangers into winning me the heaviest Med Day bucket in first year, and after throwing battle of the

bands performance together after a few hours of practice, I can handle working under pressure.

And I’m an excellent procrastinator when it comes to college work so can promise that I’ll always prioritize Biosoc over study.

What I love most about our course is that we have such a strong sense of community which I don’t think I’d have gotten through the past few years without. I would love to be a part of the Biosoc team and help make next years experience a great one for all!

Thanks,

Erin Doherty.

Bláithín Downey

Hi, I’m Bláithín and I’d love to be a member of next year’s Biosoc committee. Biosoc has majorly impacted my college experience from day 1. Most of my fondest memories and closest friends have come from Biosoc events, so I’d love to give back to the Biosoc community and give everyone the opportunity to have the fun-filled, chaotic time we deserve after the last 2 years.

If you’re lucky enough to know me, you know I adore a good Biosoc night out- from the parts that the copious amounts of complementary wine allow me to remember to the ability of the event’s photographer to fill me in on all the parts I do not. **insert Med Ball photos here** If you vote for me, I promise to both facilitate and provide the scandal!! (sorry mom) All jokes aside, I understand the importance of all members of a committee to make plans come together and events run smoothly. I have plenty of experience making countless excel spreadsheet study plans so I’m nothing if not organised. As a true Taurus, I am ‘dependable, practical and a bit stubborn’, traits I think would come in handy when fulfilling my wine pouring and cheese-cutting duties. It's not as if I need more of an incentive to go to Biosoc

events but I’d really appreciate it if you'd vote for me!

Thanks,

Bláithín xx

Luka Moric

Hi, my name is Luka, I’m a third year and I’m running to be your next Biosoc ENTs officer or OCM.

Bringing my speaker wherever I go I’m always ready for a good time and I’d love to be a part of creating that chaos for everyone in Biosoc.

Thank you.

John Morrison

Tiarnán O Conaill

Hey guys, I’m Tiarnán and would be delighted to be your next Biosoc OCM. Whether its walking home at 4am to the hotel on the Christmas trip or blasting tunes at Battle of the Bands I’m always down for any Biosoc event and having the opportunity to help organise some of them would be fantastic!

For those of you who haven’t met me yet I am INSANELY dedicated to making everyone I know baked goods, LOVE organising trips away and am MAD for any excuse to party.

I’ve had the role of OCM for the past year in the tennis club, so I know a thing or 2 about organising events, so its time to bring it to the big stage of Biosoc . I would be honoured to help serve only the best Lidl wine and cheese for all of ye. Thank you

Tiarnán O Conaill

3rd Year Representatives (x2)

Aoibhín Collins

Hello helloooo!!!

I’m Aoibhín and I’m hoping to be your year rep again agh!

I’d LOVE your vote so I can keep spamming the WhatsApp with regular updates on all things Biosoc and the sesh x

As your 3rd year rep, I promise to continue as Biosoc hype queen and make sure we all stay <3 connected <3 through fun social bitz while we part ways for placement :’( If you’ve ever witnessed a 3rd med in action, you‘ll be well aware that 3rd year is our TY equivalent, so we’ll have plenty of time for the fun and games - and I’ll make sure that our year remains exceptionally represented at each and every Biosoc event 😉 Sure aren’t we all just here for the lols x

I also have the added advantage of having perfected all essential biosoc skills this year such as wine pouring, using the college printers, composing long cringey texts, and going out-out. I believe I am ready to tackle this role once more :0

If you’ll have me back again next year, I pledge to continue with dem good med vibes, making sure we combine the craic with the course content xo

Lots of love, as always,

Aoibhín <3

Maddy Haines

My name is Maddy Haines and I would love to be considered for the position of one of the 3rd year representatives. I had the great pleasure of being one of the first year representatives in the past and loved that experience. I believe my time serving as the Surgical Society’s secretary has helped me strengthen my ability to efficiently and enthusiastically relay information between various groups. Additionally, my previous volunteer experience with the Vancouver Crisis Centre has helped me learn how to communicate effectively in high stakes situations. I love my class and think that our second year reps this year were phenomenal. I would love to help keep that fire alive and help represent my class next year so we can have another EPIC year!

Emma Jackson

Hello hello!

Emma J here and I am, once again, asking to be your third year rep. Second year worked us hard and played us harder but, ultimately, I wouldn't change a thing

It's made me so happy to see our year come together, beyond the pod borders at last. Personally, Biosoc has played a major part in making memories; from Lombard and Lisbon, to Bundoran and beyond. I'd be so grateful to get the chance to help make next year just as memorable!

Qualifications? (aside from finessing the WhatsApp group obvs)

I'm always willing to help out so if you're ever stuck, just give me a ring; apparently I'll always answer.........

I've spent years working in a hotel so I would want to know how to pour a decent glass of free wine.

I'm also a pro headhunter, having recruited Biosoc's first Irish-studying member. So, don't waste your time saying "sorry Ms. Jackson" to me later and throw a vote my way!

2nd Year Representatives (x2)

Jess Bidawid

Hey everyone, my name is Jess, and I would love to be your 2nd year rep! Here I am, yet again, running for a rep position… and you know what they say, practice makes perfect.

Although I’m sure we’ve all heard how horrible 2nd year is supposed to be (rip), I will make sure that biosoc will bring you the happiest of memories by including every single one of you!

Being in biosoc has been an incredible experience, and I would love to continue this journey next year. My goal is to make sure that we can all meet and develop lifelong friendships with one another during biosoc events.

If that isn’t convincing enough, what better way to show real inclusion than by voting for an international student? Yes, I know I’m just Canadian, but I still have that exotic spice to add to the biosoc team.

Merci buckets 🙂

Shane Dineen

Hey everyone, I’m Shane and I’m hoping to be your 2nd year rep!!

I have been dreaming about this role ever since I was a young boy down in the Wild West Cork. Being on Biosoc the past year has without a doubt been a highlight for me and I’d love to continue spamming the group chat with messages about where to go for wine and cheese.

This year has been a welcomed change from living life from behind our laptop screens. I’ve tried to be a model Biosoc member at all of the events so far, staying committed, disciplined and sober (no fact checking please).

If I’ve learnt anything this year it’s how important work-life balance is. With the big workload of next year looking, I think it’s more important than ever to have a year of fun planned ahead. I also hope that even more people participate in Biosoc events so that we can get to know each other even better as a year group!!

Orla Keane

Hiii everyone! I’m Orla Keane and I would love to be one of the 2nd year biosoc reps

I’ve had so much fun this year (maybe too much judging from my bank account and exam results) at all of the events that have been run by biosoc, so I would love to get involved in organising the events next year.

I think I’d be a deadly 2nd year rep because:

My phone literally never leaves my hand, and I have no shame in texting into the group chat (as everyone quickly came to realise after the first night out) so I can definitely communicate well with my year!
I worked as a senior activities coordinator in a nursing home so I have experience organising parties, activities, events etc. (I know biosoc events aren’t really the same vibe as 90 year old women playing bingo but still)
Another obsession of mine is organising holidays (being a travel agent is looking more attractive with every lecture), I have been on a trip nearly every month for the past year and I have organised a holiday to Spain for 30 of us first years after our exams in may

I’m so excited for next year, apart from the studying obviously, and I really hope I can be part of the biosoc team!!

Thank you,

Orla 🙂

Emily Waldron

Hey guys!!

My name is Emily, and I’ve just survived first med and would love to be your rep for second year! I’m from south Dublin (don’t hold it against me), I’m a Sagittarius and I’m addicted to honey truffle coffee.

I’ve loved first year med and am so excited for our year to bond a bit more in second year. After meeting amazing people in my pod and making such great friendships, I want to bring that energy to the whole year.

I subscribe to the work hard, play hard philosophy for college and want to help organise events for our year to make the most of our last year on campus!! I’ve loved all the biosoc events this year and would love to build on this next year with events for the second years (we need something to get us through neuro lol.) Events like battle of the bands were great and I loved the combination of charity and obviously a night out!!

I have a lot of ideas (mystery tour anyone??) and would love to get the chance to share them with you all

Thanks so much:))

Med Day

Chairperson

Tara Breslin

Hi- my name’s tara and I’m running to be next year’s medday chair ! I was one half of the medday third year rep power duo this year and had a fantastic time on the committee securing 600 bananas I can’t imagine fourth year without this great reason to skip placement.

Now I know you don’t want to read about why I’m qualified for this job because of my u12 camogie career… But I’m well used to the early starts and late nights with two years of Halls and the ~iconic~ trek to Tallaght for a 7am start under my belt -a skill which might come in handy? I’d love to contribute some new ideas to this year’s Medday (not LEAST the colour of this year’s t-shirt ) but more about that on Wednesday At the end of the day, medday means a lot to a lot of people. I would love to do my absolute best for it and everyone involved so I’d be only delighted and honoured to be your chair and I’d love your vote thanks for reading this far :)) tara xo

Secretary

Aisling Hughes

Hello humans of Biosoc, my name is Aisling and I want to be your shiny new Med Day secretary.

As one half of the 3rd year reps, I gained an invaluable insight into what it takes to organise a successful Med Day. I was there when we were getting ghosted by Garda stations for vetting and I was there when we decided that everyone in the audience should get a gold bar for breakfast.

In terms of personal attributes for the job, I am extremely organised and EXTREMELY neurotic. Absolutely nothing will slip through the cracks, not with my google doc expertise and list making affinities. One of my favourite jobs as a Med Day rep was sending scheduled emails and God am I ready to be in charge of that. If (when) we run into trouble with some higher up authority (cough estates and facilities cough) I will have the most beautifully crafted apology email waiting for them.

I have some other experience under my belt that I think would benefit me in being secretary. I was also my year rep for AMSI this year, so you know I love sending long messages into group chats. I was in a Players play this year so you know I have no problem embarrassing myself to make others happy. Finally, I only have one connection on the med web so I don’t have too many enemies in the year.

Can’t wait to see you all at the AGM

Aisling

Xoxo

Treasurer

Jessica Egbulam

From shivering in the cold on Aungier Street in 1st year, to running my 10K in 2nd, to (wo)manning the stand of the SJH bake sale in 3rd year, becoming your treasurer seems like the most logical next step in my MedDay saga.

What better qualifies me to be the treasurer of a medical charity than having just been treasurer of a medical charity (MOVE)!? I learned here were that I love annoying people (for charity) so I want the chance to refine my Midas touch to a standard worthy of a new mattress.

If you choose me for treasurer, I promise to fight for the most vibrant

t-shirt-soon-to-be-pajama-top and fill the Dublin streets with 'Text Med to 50300' as cash-less passers-by avoid making eye contact.

In all seriousness, MedDay raises an insane sum for the hospitals and more importantly the patients who help us learn so I would be honoured to even be a small part of this. Jessica!

Columb Kavanagh

Hello, *does backflip*, my name is Columb and I am running for med day treasurer. *insert cool guy emoji*

Nothing in life fills me with joy more than having a McVities Gold Bar* for breakfast at 4:30am, but this year the only thing I’m interested in are the real gold bars baby. My experience as one of this year’s MOVE treasurers will stand me in good stead for the hard work ahead next year. I’m used to crunching the numbers and can’t wait to distribute the donations to the deserving charities.

But not only will I endeavour to become the best Med Day treasurer that the greater Trinity area has ever seen, should I be elected I will also pledge to (try to):

BRING BACK THE MED DAY BOUNCY CASTLE.

- Picture the festivities - first years, seconds years, Mattress Mick, all having the time of their lives! All this and more if I get your vote 🙂

Thanks for taking the time to read my manifesto! As Ed Burke himself always said, ‘give me 600 med students doing the Macarena in front of Dr. Stephen Smith and I’m happy out.’ *McVities Gold Bars: you’re not you when you’re hungry.

Public Relations Officer

Carla Whent

Hi, I would love to run for PRO of Med Day! I have really loved being PRO of MOVE this year and just love all the vibes & fun of being on a Med Society committee <3 I would be determined to catch photos of everyone's beautiful faces at 6am on Med Day and record the wholesome atmosphere throughout the day, both in pictures and on film. I have really enjoyed managing MOVE's social media this year and getting in contact with some wonderful businesses that sponsored us. I have (I think) also improved in my poster-making abilities over the past year. Most of all, I'd love to be involved in a committee next year and I think Med Day, like MOVE, is a very special committee because of the huge difference it makes and the way it brings all us Med years together 🙂

Love,

Carla x

Ordinary Committee Members (x3)

Columb Kavanagh

Hello, *does backflip*, my name is Columb and I am running for med day treasurer. *insert cool guy emoji*

But not only will I endeavour to become the best Med Day treasurer that the greater Trinity area has ever seen, should I be elected I will also pledge to (try to):

BRING BACK THE MED DAY BOUNCY CASTLE.

- Picture the festivities - first years, seconds years, Mattress Mick, all having the time of their lives! All this and more if I get your vote 🙂

Aidan Kelly

Hi guys, Aidan here!

I would love to be elected OCM this year to help make this year's Med Day as class as the three I've had the pleasure of experiencing - if not better!

So why should you vote for me?

In first year I offerred up my modest musical talents (and the warmth and feeling in my fingers) to sit and play in Grafton Street to get that cash rolling in for our lovely beneficiaries. This year I would love to bring together musicians from every year to make sure we fill the streets of Dublin with music to make donating to Med Day even more of a no-brainer than it already is!

Next year I'm also hoping to do the masters so I'll have loads of time - and reason to procrastinate - to spend giving to Med Day.

So vote for me for OCM! You won't regret it!

Sean MacEoin

Hey everyone, my name is Seán and I would be delighted to be one of your MedDay OCMs for 2022/23. This year’s committee did such a fantastic job and leave big boots to fill but I would be thrilled to be a part of next year’s team. I love being a part of committees, I had a such a great time this year being Chair of MOVE. I would be honoured if you voted for me and allowed me to bring some of that experience with me to MedDay 2022. Go raibh míle maith agaibh!

Tara Murphy

Hey guys, my name’s Tara Murphy and I'm running for MedDay OCM!!

MedDay is one of the best days during the year so I would love to have the opportunity to be even more involved in making it even better.

I've taken part in MedDay every year, the joys of the 6am start and all the shenanigans that follow, all for such fantastic causes is so rewarding. Anyone who’s seen me out shaking buckets know’s I’ve no issue harassing people for a good cause and will do the same in securing sponsorships for next year.

As a TAP student MedDay holds an extra special place in my heart so getting to give back as a committee member would be so important to me.

I pour my heart and soul into everything I do and will bring the same level of enthusiasm and dedication to my role as OCM.

Tara <3

Tia Nagrani

Hellllooo everyone! I’m Tia and I’m running for medday OCM.

I was a medday rep in first year and had such a blast being involved in planning the festivities. Medday is without a doubt the highlight of the med calendar, all the events in the lead up, the early morning on the day, and of course the big night out after! It’s a major buzz, and one I’d love to be apart of again.

It was an amazing opportunity being part of the committee as a first year rep, and after being the medicine conveyer for the student union last year I feel like I’ve lots more organisational skills and ideas to contribute to the committee this year. I will absolutely give my all to the team so hopefully we can make this years medday the best yet!

And remember good things come in small packages, so you can put your trust in me 🙂

Sadhbh O’Neill

Hello my name is Sadhbh and I would be delighted to run for OCM of MedDay.

I have just come off a year of being OCM of MOVE and trust me, I am fully committed to being both ordinary and a committee member 🙂

I’m no stranger to the ins and outs of fundraising and would love to be able to harass people for change by bucket shaking (or in today’s cashless society, whip out a card reader that they do not see coming).

Whether it be firing off a million emails looking for sponsors or bringing joy as a MedDay fairy on the day itself, I truly would be so honoured to be a part of the team that organises one of the biggest highlights of the year.

Lots of love,

Sadhbh <3

3rd Year Representative (x2)

Brian Byrne

Hi there, I’m Brian from second med, and I would very much like to be the MedDay 3 rd year rep for this coming year. A vote for me is a vote against sadness and bad vibes, which is surely something everyone can get behind.

I was second year rep this past little while, so I believe I am nearly (but not quite) qualified for this august position – sending emoji-laden texts into group chats is something I consider myself to be very expert at!

We’re all little stars twerking in infinity, and to achieve all our great big dreams we need to look out for one another as a community - MedDay is the best example I know of that exhibits the camaraderie and goodwill that exists in the course.

I would be excira and delira to continue as one of our year’s reps if you’ll have me, and to help in my own small way in ensuring that MedDay continues to be the most wonderful time of the year for the whole School of Medicine!

Joy Cloonan

Hi-Diddily-Ho Neighborino! :p Joy here, and I’m going for 3rd Year Medday Rep (or potentially 2nd Year, I’ll let you know when neuro results are out x)

As I’m sure anyone who has ever met me knows, Medday completely stole my heart this year! <3

Reasons I’d love to/should stick around include but are not limited to;

For what I lack in commitment to my studies, I make up for with Medday…..I have and am willing to fail exams for the cause (#RIPPharm)
I’d argue I’m actually overqualified for the job, as I am indeed the brains behind what Stephen Smith described as “maybe the finest Medday short film ever” 3. Last year me would be very disappointed to hear that I did not yet get Mattress Mick’s number….I DID bring him to the bathroom ( ) but was too shy to get those sweet, sweet digits….Mick, babe, please give me another chance

Ah no but genuinely, Medday this year was an absolute delight and carried me through the terror of 2nd Year! I’d love the chance to do it all again 🙂

But look if I don’t get it, I’ll happily drop out and do event management so no pressure to vote for me at all xxxxx

2nd Year Representatives (x2)

Ellie O’Kane

Hi Friends, I’m Ellie and I’d be honoured to be your 2nd year MedDay rep!

I was lucky enough to be a first year rep this year and have evidently become absolutely hooked on MedDay. I was so proud to be involved in one of Trinity's largest fundraisers (and largest superspreader events), and should you vote for me, I have even bigger and better plans for MedDay 2022!

I have undisputable experience, lasting over 24 hours on the special day last year, and MedDay has become a serious passion of mine. In fact, being on the committee has become

one of my defining personality traits. I casually wear MedDay t-shirts to college. I leave a trail of MedDay stickers wherever I go, and now first year is over and I still haven’t finished eating leftover gold bars.

I have even made several sacrifices in the name of MedDay. Instead of making a much needed start to my biochem essays, I found myself in the pav on the last day of term solely to network for this role!

Overall, I really enjoyed being on the committee this year, and I’d love to be a part of MedDay’s 2022 success. Hopefully raising even more money for some amazing beneficiaries!!

Domhnall Roe

Hello!

My name is Domhnall and I would love to be a second year MedDay rep next year. Being on the committee this year and the big day itself were such highlights of first year for me, and I would love to help make MedDay just as amazing next year and raise as much money as possible for such deserving causes!

Most importantly, as a member of the famous trad band Tradycardia (such a cool name I know) that debuted at Battle of the Bands, I can ensure that MedDay will have a big trad busking presence as I am sure this is something everyone wants (I’m afraid to actually confirm this with anyone)

#TradIsRad

I also learned a lot from being on committee this year and would love to move on from being that clueless first year that has to clarify everything with another committee member five times before actually doing it (sorry Joy) and bring my experience to next year’s committee!

Thanks 🙂