Biosoc #150
Chairperson – Orla Keane
Hii everyone!! Orla here and I am running for chair of BIOSOC 150!
I have loved being part of biosoc for the past two years and would obviously love to be part of biosoc 150!
We all know how much I enjoy organising and how I loveee making myself super busy.
I know some of you may be thinking wow Orla actually has not been out that much this year?! That is correct but I assure you that I will be more present next year as I will not be doing another marathon soon so that has taken up way too much of my time this year! Lol!
It will be a challenge to fill the boots of Aoibhinn and Emma next year but I would be honoured to try-especially for the 150th committee! Wooop
Please vote for me to be your chair next year and I will try my very best to make it an amazing year!!
Lots of love,
Orla xxx
Secretary – Shane Dineen
Hello all!! My name is Shane but ye can call me anything you like if you grant me this one wish – vote for me for Biosoc secretary of the big 150th session!!
My medicine journey has revolved around biosoc since day 1 being a part of the committee since first year and I think the only thing that has stopped me attending an event is when my lung collapsed (any sympathy votes going??)
Now if you are questioning my skills and ability for this role all I can say is I love attention, as you probably know if you have ever met me, and I will do whatever it takes to get told I’m doing a good job!!
Not to get too soppy but biosoc has been such a big part of my college life and I’ve made the best of friends through this society <3 I would be honoured to be a member of the 150th committee to try and make it the best year EVER
Le meas,
Shane 🙂
Treasurer – Rachel Madden
Hi, my name’s Rachel Madden and I’m going for this years Biosoc treasurer!
Why do I think I’d be fitting for the role of the 150th treasurer? Well, for one I’m a Biosoc enthusiast. Someone told me recently that I’d go to a chair throwing competition if it was organised by Biosoc and I couldn’t even refute them.
I’ve always been pretty good at numbers and was treasurer of my charities committee in school and fundraised to go to India with the Hope Foundation through sponsorships. As well as that I even dabbled with the idea of an accounting career when I studied business and French for a year before medicine. I’ve also lived away from home since about 12 years old so I certainly know how to make a few euros stretch and get the most bang for your buck, and it’s also something I’d be very aware of when asking people to pay for tickets etc. if elected!
All my friends know I’m a big advocate for having as good a social life in med as possible (realistically it all goes downhill from intern year) so I’d promise to prioritise organising the best events for Biosoc 150!!
See you at the AGM! Xo
Public Relations Officer – Carl Scanlon
Hello Biosoc members
I’m Carl Scanlon and I’m running to be your next biosoc PRO, making the transition from MOVE to biosoc, like all the greats before me (razan). my time as move PRO has made me a pro (😉)at this job. From the instagram to Facebook to Canva to supplying bobo’s vouchers, I’ve learned all the skills necessary for the job. I went to great lengths to promote MOVE BALL, emulating gossip girl and even getting a model to go to grand station central station and I plan on going to greater lengths for next years med ball!
Biosoc has been a focal point of my college experience (anyone will tell you, I’m obsessed – in fact me and Zara spent our summer counting down the days till the pub crawl) just imagine how passionate I’d be if I was on the committee! I would love to use my experience on MOVE and passion for biosoc and instagram stories to be the PRO of biosoc 150.
xoxo,
Carl💋💜
Entertainment Officers – Kate Regan and Julie Moran
Kate Regan
Helloooooo all !! XX My name is Kate and I would absolutely love to be your new ENTS officer!
Some of the best nights out of my life have been thanks to the dearest Biosoc, (not mentionable: getting locked out of our chapel hostel in Killarney). For real tho, I think that attending events prepares you for actually hosting them and I would love nothing more than to organise the best events for all of you appreciated members!!
Little self publication upcoming:
I produced the VDP Panto this year and got to put on a show which I LOVED coz im all about the DRAMA. Being on a committee has given me the experience to deal with people and having to organise and keep track of 60 odd kids under 10 is comparable to a Biosoc night out no???
I would love to start some new traditions this year (Blind Dates for those looking for love), as well as doing some collabs with other societies (VDP Karaoke night!!!)
MCQ time: What does the 150th year of Biosoc bring for us?
The best Med Ball of all time
More sponsorships (more free stuff for us??)
The MOst Mysterious mYstEry CHriStMas tRiP
A mystery tour????????? (I love being mysterious)
All of the above
THe answer is… you guessed it. ALL OF THE ABOVE.
To wrap it up, I take the mindset of work hard play hard seriously, and oh boy if you vote for me, you will be playing hard next year.
Kate 😉
Julie Moran
Hi!
I’m Julie and I’d love to be one of biosoc’s ents officers next year!
I’ve had so much fun at all the biosoc events over the past three years, especially the Christmas and surf trips (cheetah girls comeback pending …), and would love to do my part in organising these, as well as some new events too 🙂
This year I had the honour of directing the third year med day skit (not to be confused with “The Godfather”.) Thanks to the fantastic Hannah and Jenni for making fools of yourself. Thanks for acting in the skit too.
I’d love to be part of 150 and make it the best biosoc yet! Would really appreciate your vote <3
Ordinary Committee Member – Zara McCrystal and Rory Smyth
Zara McCrystal
Hello people of biosoc!!
My name is Zara McCrystal and I am running to be one of the biosoc OCMs for the 150th committee!
I love biosoc with my whole heart and have on more than one occasion given myself actual heart palpitations (still scarred from second year med ball) thinking clairvoyantly about the inevitable wine, cheese and more importantly the delicious stories that accompany every event and warm our hearts for years to come <3
I believe I would excel in the role of ocm as I am a tremendous supporter of all things biosoc, shamelessly showing my support at every occasion, this year I even cancelled a holiday to London to come support my year at MedCup (I don’t even play football) so rest assured sun, rain or even sun holiday I will be prioritising my devotion to biosoc and helping out wherever I am needed if I am so lucky to be elected xx
I have an excellent skill set, ranging from sub- par Med Day skit acting to memorising the Biosoc calendar with ease and reminding people about it, ensuring they are aware the upcoming events ARE more important than a loved ones birthday, my adoration for this society knows no limits and I would truly love to be able to take part in helping out with making the 150th year of Biosoc one to remember!!
Rory Smyth
3rd Year Reps – Laura Cole and Rosha McDonell
Laura Cole
Hi guys my name is Laura Cole and I would love to be your third year representative next year
In the past two years Biosoc events have been some of the most fun I’ve had and I would love to be involved with organizing some of these events next year.
I think I’m the perfect woman for the job for an array of reasons
Firstly I would go to the opening of an envelope so will be at every event being a Biosoc rep entails (I even played at med cup last year so if that’s not commitment I don’t know what is).
Secondly I have zero shame so will consistently hound the WhatsApp groups as needed and I am constantly on my phone so will always be available to answer any questions anyone may have.
And finally I am super nosy so will provide you will a fabulous scandal sheet.
On a serious note I think In a course as stressful as this it is so important to have an outlet and community of people around you who understand the pressures and I think Biosoc is an excellent way to provide that to people. This year the Biosoc committee has done such an amazing job and I would love to join the team next year.
Rosha McDonnell
Heyyy everyone! My name is Rosha, and I am running for third year Biosoc rep this year!!
When I arrived in Dublin from a foreign land (Sligo) at the beginning of last year, Biosoc
events really helped me to find my feet, and turned my first few weeks of college into such a
positive experience. Ever since my very first Biosoc pub crawl back in September last year,
Biosoc events have remained as top priority in my social calendar, and I would absolutely
love the opportunity to be more involved in the society and play a role in the organising of
these events. Medball is my favourite day of the year tbh (only 10 months til Medball 2025
guys!!).
For me, the highlight of my college experience has been getting to know everyone. I love
chatting (shocker), and I would love the opportunity to put that chat to good use for biosoc
(did i mention medball is in 10 months?).
Overall, I love biosoc and would be super grateful to be a rep if ye will have me.
Rosha
2nd Year Reps – Lucie Patterson and Ben Cahill
Lucie Patterson
Hi, I’m Lucie and I’m running for 2nd year Biosoc rep.
I joined Biosoc on the very first day of college, a wide eyed nervous first year. The
Biosoc events I attended were the perfect place to meet new people and make new
friends. I’ve found going to the events to be one of the highlights of my year. At every
event I’ve managed to meet new people both in med and outside. Our current first year
Biosoc reps have done an amazing job of helping to organise events and spread the
word about Biosoc. I would be honoured to be able to continue their great work next year as a second year rep.
Why do I think I’d be good for this role? Well this question is always a toughie but I think
I’d be a good fit for this role because of my love for organisation and my excitement to
meet new people. I would also love to make biosoc’s 150th anniversary year the most memorable and special year yet!
Ben Cahill
heyyy divas
i’m ben and i’d luvvv to be your 2nd year biosoc rep. biosoc events were basically the only thing that got me out of the house this last year (#commuterlifestyle 💔) so i’d like to make them even more fantabulous next year. i attended pretty much all of them – whether i remember them or not is not important, shut up. highlights include waking up with no phone in cork and forging new ‘friendships’ in madrid. i also helped write, direct and star in the biosoc panto so i was kinda on the committee if you think about it. i have no shame texting into the big scary course group chat (or shame in general) but i swear i won’t be annoying. i’d love to see even more events, particularly daytime & weekend events, and make a special effort to bring in people who might not have attended many events last year (i see you guys and you deserve to let loose, i promise that anki can wait one day) i was also on the student council and a prefect in school and i’m currently a scout leader so i do have legitimate committee experience to bring to the table outside of being a alcoholic good time gal! so yeah vote for me. sound 🙏🔥😻
Med Day manifestoes
Med Day Chairperson – Ellie O’Kane
Hello Hello, I’m Ellie and I am very excited to be running to be your Medday chair!
Medday is often rightfully described as Christmas day for Trinity Med Students and I want to keep this festive spirit alive! I love Medday because It’s a day that’s full of smiles and brings lots of joy to students as well as beneficiaries. This year I was lucky enough to meet and interview the majority of our beneficiaries which gave me a much deeper appreciation of the work Medday does and just how spectacular an organisation it is.
Strengths:
- 3yrs experience on the Committee already! (Needless to say MedDay has won my heart)
- Women’s Captain Trinity Tennis 2023/20224 (Know what it takes to run a society, put on a good show, plus led 2 teams to victory whoop whoop!)
- Ample contacts for raffle prizes (rugby jerseys, concert tickets, etc I gotchu)
- Love Charity! <3
Weaknesses
- Public speaking (if speech doesn’t totally wow you its because im sweating profusely and forgot my own name)
- Being too dedicated to the cause (have sacrificed the results of my exams in this name of societies and am very willing to do so again)
- Gold bars
I plan on maintaining the classics, upping the Medday energy, and continuing our push into a cashless society! I can only say I will try my best to follow in Joy’s footsteps after such an amazing year. And will not take the bonus of being a Biosoc 150ther lightly!
Secretary – Freya O’Hanlon
Hi, I’m Freya and I am a 3rd year running for secretary of Med Day this year!! I adore Med Day and everything it stands for, so I would love to be part of the committee this year.
In terms of my experience, I have been a class rep for 3 years now, so I have lots of experience drafting emails, sending emails, following up on emails and generally pestering people until I get a response (which is somehow much harder than it looks). I have also gotten well used to double texting the Med ‘26 whatsapp group, and have no shame admitting I am basically addicted to my phone and always contactable. I am an extremely organised person, and am already dreaming of the colour coded shared google calendar I can makes, and how best to take notes at meetings.
I also have a lot of contacts across a huge variety of fields, and I will immediately be getting in touch with them to ensure we have the best sponsors and the best Med Day yet!!
Obviously, Med Day is a huge highlight for every student in Trinity Med, but having been on placement this year, I am so grateful we have an opportunity to give back to our teaching hospitals, and would love to be involved in any way I can be!
(Also, Chairperson to be Ellie O’Kane and I go way back, and have major dream team potential X)
Thanks,
Freya!
Treasurer – Ruari Lyons
PRO – Rachel Kenny
Hi everyone!!
My name is Rachel and I am running for Medday’s PRO! 🤩
As anyone who has seen me on a night out knows, I am partial to a digicam, an instagram
moment and a graphic (as Christchurch Cathedral’s resident Canva artist). I will ensure
that flash is ON to capture all the incredible moments of Medday from dawn to well after
dusk. As the founder of the Isle of Man instagram account (@larch_hill_iom for anyone
off soon), I know how important updates are to those near and far away (such as our lovely
alumni who can donate online if they so wish!), and I am willing to end my personal tiktok
hiatus in order to reach the widest audience possible.
As a large feature of Medday’s slideshow, I know just how important it is to put our best
face forward; and as one of MOVE’s recent boxing competitors, I am willing to put my body
on the line in order to raise as much money as possible for a great cause!
In all seriousness, I love Medday and year on year, it is one of my favourite days – even
though it starts at 6am, earlier than a surgery placement 😭. I would be so so so grateful
if you could consider voting for me as PRO!
OCM – Jena Frain, Tia Doyle and Zoe Gardiner
Jena Frain
Hey everyone! My name is Jena and I’m running for Med Day OCM.
Every year I am an enthused participant of the glorious event that is Med Day, and I have always loved the aggressive bucket shaking, pleading with unwilling participants for just a few euro, and the sense of unwavering community spirit amongst the meds which is always genuinely really nice to see.
Med Day is undeniably a central pillar of Medicine, and I would love to be even more involved this year.
I was involved in establishing the TCD Women’s Health Soc this year, where I diligently served on committee as an Ents officer, organising some very fun events as well as planning out charity fundraisers, giving me experience in running such things, as well as demonstrating my drive to push forwards and get things done.
I am often likened in personality to an overly enthused puppy—entirely too excitable, often lost and confused, with not enough outlets to expend such energy. As such, I think the position of OCM is perfectly suited to me—I get to be told what to do by our wonderful chair and sec (lost and now FOUND), and as I have few thoughts of my own I will merrily carry out their bidding and pester people for money the way your dog pesters you for a slice of ham on Christmas Day (energy=expended).
Tia Doyle
Hello hello
I’m Tia, and I’m hoping to be one of your Med Day OCMs next year! We all know that waking up at the crack of dawn every year to slog our way into the TBSI is THE highlight of doing med at Trinity, and I’d love to get the opportunity to help in all the buzz that goes on behind the scenes! Med Day does so much throughout the year to support our teaching hospitals and various initiatives that they carry out, and whether it’s helping sort out breakfasts to carry onto the streets, planning events or getting in touch with sponsors I’d be happy to do whatever I can to support the amazing work that gets done!!
Thanks v v much 🙂
Tia Doyle xoxo
Zoe Gardiner
Hi everyone!
My name is Zoe and I would be delighted to be one of your 3rd year reps for MedDay next year!
This past year, I had the absolute pleasure of being 2nd year rep for MedDay and I think it was honestly one of the best things I ever did, which if you were unfortunate enough to ask me about MedDay, you would know by me yapping your ear off. I am genuinely one of MedDay’s biggest fans; like if i was dead, MedDay would probably still have 1 fan…which would be another MedDay fanatic, Joy Cloonan!
I love the work we did, for all our AMAZING beneficiaries, but also how we did it- everyone on the committee and within the years were getting so involved and were ready to help and this was so great to see. I have tried to get involved as much as I can this past year with the committee, whether it was making a pub quiz, going on errands, writing many emails, sending big texts into class gc’s – you name it! Anything that I could do for MedDay and don’t worry, I am more than happy to ditch the library to do any MedDay duties.
I would LOVE LOVE LOVEEEE to be on MedDay committee next year!
Thank you so much for listening and for your consideration
-Zoe <3
3rd Year Rep – Ola and Cian Morgan
Ola (Aleksandra Majkusiak)
hi everyone! I’m Ola and I’m running for a 3rd year Med Day rep. It’s been 2 years of helping out with organising The Day and other events and I’m most definitely not tired of it. Well actually… as cliché as it sounds, I’m getting more excited about this most wholesome and successful charity (numbers speak for themselves) in trinity with every passing day. I take it back, nothing about Med Day is cliché… how could someone even think that?
Thesaurus search led me into a rabbit hole of possible descriptors of Med Day and my feelings towards it but I should probably speak from the heart and not ‘my favourite website of all times’. So I’ll keep it simple with saying that being a part of Med Day is the most fulfilling part of medicine (to be fair molmed lectures are not much of a competition) and it may just be my favourite day of the year with all of us harassing people to drop their change into the buckets straight from trinity tunnels. It gets even better when I think of all the other events we organised this year, which I’d love to give my energy to again in the upcoming autumn.
I still can’t believe the success of this year’s Med Day but it only inspires me to help achieve this and more again. I like to think I tried my best to prove myself suited for the job the past two years and would greatly appreciate your votes.
Ola (without an ‘r’)
Xx
Cian Morgan
Hello, my name is Cian and I am hoping to be a 3rd year rep on the Med Day committee. I love Med Day (obviously) – I remember being really annoyed after Med Day in first year when I realised that I’d have to wait a whole year for the following Med Day to come around – so I’d love to be a part of making the day itself as fun and successful as possible!
But more important are the funds that we raise both on Med Day and, more recently, around the time of Med Day. Last year, a group of us organised a concert where ~5 groups from 2nd Med performed in a venue that we rented to raise funds as part of the ‘Mad for Med Day’ movement. I’d love to make this a far bigger event next year and also help out anyone else who has any other ideas for how to raise funds for Med Day, with the idea of raising as much money as possible while having fun.
Thank you
2nd Year Rep – Henry Li and Ryan Gallagher
Henry Li
This is my manifesto for 2nd year rep for MedDay. Undeniably, I think we can all agree that MedDay is one of the best days for us medical students throughout the entire year, being that it allows us to forget about college for a day and just do what we love for a great cause. Having been the 1st year rep and experienced the behind the scenes for this amazing day, it’s made me fall in love even more with the committee and Biosoc as a whole, and I would love to have the opportunity to represent my year once more!
If you vote for me, I will bring positivity to the group and try to bring as much joy to the event (pun intended). MedDay will definitely be one of my priorities (2nd year won’t be that hard…right?) and I’m willing to put in as much, if not more, effort as I did this year. In terms of experience with this kind of stuff, I was class rep for Human Health and Disease when I did a year there before medicine (the dark days), as well as bits and pieces here and there throughout first year medicine, and my involvement with MedDay.
I would really appreciate your vote!
Lots of love,
Henry 😊
Ryan Gallagher
Hiya! I’m Ryan Gallagher, a first-year hailing from the real capital, Clare [‘Mon The Banner]. Fun fact rapid fire, let’s go; I remember all of Med Day ‘23, The George is considering renaming themselves in my honour, I’m 6 foot 9 inches tall [Every single one is as true as my passing anatomy grade:’)]. I’m writing this hoping to run for 2 nd Year Med Day rep next year. I want to run because I love fundraising and encouraging others to get involved with charity and philanthropy I also met most of my friends on Med Day. Knowing nobody before starting college, moving from the bogs and being 17 for the first few weeks of college, med day was one of my first times to get to know people in my year and I would love to help organize to make it as great as it was last year [if not even better!] I’m also notorious for always being out……. So I have A LOT of input for where the club at the end of the night should be [The George?!?!?! Maybe possibly maybe probably]. Thank you for reading my manifesto and for your consideration : )