Board

The board is responsible for everything within the association. On this page you can find information about the current board members.

Aakansha Gupta – Chair

Board member of Alumni Group CW (Communicatiewetenschap, Dutch for Communication Science), board member of the Faculty Association FMG (Faculteit der Maatschappij- en Gedragswetenschappen, Dutch for Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences), Coordinator of the Intenational Commitee, and the Coordinator of Medium Magazine

Hey everyone, my name is Aakansha Gupta and I will be the chair of Mercurius for the year 2019-2020. I am from India and currently in the second year of my Bachelors degree. My job entails representation of Mercurius at events and managing the overall functioning of the organization. Apart from that I will also be heading international committee and coordinating our online journalistic platform, Medium. You will see me conducting General assemblies and I hope, as you make an appearance there since it explains how this association works and the role that members play. Drop by the board room between 11am and 3pm from Monday to Friday if you have any questions.
Cheers!

 

 

Elizabeth Groom – Study Commisioner 

Coordinator of the Travel Committee, Coordinator of the Trip Committee, Coordinator of the Study Committee

Hello! My name is Ellie Groom and I am the Study Commissioner for the 2019-2020 board year. I am from Austin, Texas 19 years old and going into my second year for the Communications bachelor. I am in charge of planning study-related events throughout the school year, and I also plan the annual study trip. Additionally, I will be in charge of this year’s new committee, TripCo. I am looking forward to having a fun and productive year, and hope to meet you in the boardroom!

 

 

Quinta van Vlaanderen – Treasurer

Hi everyone! My name is Quinta van Vlaanderen, I’m 19 years old and I’m currently in my third year of the bachelor. I was in the board of Mercurius last year as well and I will stay on as treasurer for another year. It is up to me to ensure that the finances of the association remain in order. You will often find me in the boardroom for questions or a lot of gezelligheid, I hope to see you all at one of our events soon or in the boardroom for a free coffee / tea!

 

 

Sorina Muresan – Secretary and External Commissioner 

Coordinator of the Sales Committee, Coordinator of the Career Committee, Communication 360 Committee

Hello! My name is Sorina Muresan and I am 21. I am the External Affairs Commissioner, as well the Secretary of Mercurius this year and I will be coordinating the Sales, Career and Communication 360 Committees. My job is to create opportunities for you, ladies and gents, to develop professionally. I know this sounds very serious. Yet, I can guarantee that all the events and workshops will not only be helpful, but also interesting and exciting. Since I am in the third year of my studies, I can also be an insightful source when it comes to bearing the student life, so whenever you feel like you need a piece of advice, you can find me at B.1.05a. I hope l’ll have the chance to meet you all!

 

 

Joanna Zmarzlińska – Commissioner Social Activities

Coordinator of the Social Committee, Coordinator of Introduction Committee, Coordinator of the Promotion Committee

Hi! My name is Joanna Zmarzlińska, but you can call me Asia, and I’m 19. I’m this years Social Commissioner as well as the coordinator of the Social and Promotion committees. This entails that it is my responsibility to organize social events throughout the year, as well as promote Mercurius and all of its activities. I will make sure you have ample opportunities to meet up and party with your fellow Mercurius members by organizing parties, a gala, monthly borrels, and many other surprises that’ll be revealed throughout the year. Feel free to drop by our boardroom (B1.05a) if you have any questions, or if you just want to chat. I hope to see you there!

 

 

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