Me 101

In a nutshell, I'm 24 years old, male, blue eyes, 5"10, shortish blonde hair and I lived in Coventry before coming to University in September 2006.

I have just completed a four year M.Eng. Computer Science/Software Engineering degree in the University of Birmingham's School of Computer Science and graduate with 2:1 (honours).. I am currently working for Open GI as a web developer.

Me as the LGBTQ Officer...

In March 2009 I was elected to the Guild of Students' Executive Officer Team as LGBTQ Students Officer, succeeding Emma O'Dwyer. From 1st August 2009 through to 1st August 2010, I was responsible for the representation and welfare of all lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and "queer" students at the University of Birmingham. During my time as Officer I focused on addressing the following:

• Blood donation and fighting the blood ban
• Housing and accommodation issues
• Sexual Health
• Support and Welfare
• Collaboration with other groups/organisations
• Developing a more powerful online presence
• Co-convening the LGBTQ Association and helping with the 2010/11 committee handover

As Officer I was -co-chair of the LGBTQ Association, and I have worked very closely with them to further the interests of the LGBTQ community at UoB. I attend committee meetings and take a very active role in helping organise events, campaigns and support for our students. Without the passion, dedication and creativity of two amazing committees, none of this year's accomplishments would have been possible.

I was succeeded by Emma Cooper on 1st August 2010. Emma began shadowing me since she was elected on 20th March 2010 and was good enough to cover for me while writing my dissertation and revising for my final exams. LGBTQ students at Birmingham are fortunate to have an excellent Officer like her.

To get in touch with the LGBTQ Officer, you can email Emma at e.cooper@guild.bham.ac.uk or get in touch via the Guild.