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Our Structure

The Union operates a number of services and provisions for students. Our Senior Leadership Team is made up of our Cheif Executive Officer, Head of People and Communications and Head of Engagement. Together they oversee comercial services, operations and communications, and Engagment Services Respectivley

Meet Our Trustee Board

Our trustee board provides strategic direction and governance to ensure we deliver the best for students.

Emilie Tapping

Emilie Tapping

Chair

Emilie Tapping is a UK student union leader and charity executive, currently Deputy CEO at NUS Charity with extensive experience in higher‑education leadership.

Emilie Tapping

Irfanur Rahamn

Officer Trustee

Irfan is the current President of the Students' Union having completed his BSc in Computer Science. Irfan has taken on this role following 2 years as a Student Voice Representative and President of the USW Bangladesh Society

Emilie Tapping

ABM Rahat Mubassir

Officer Trustee

Rahat is a University of South Wales LLB graduate and Students’ Union Vice President Education, representing student voice, supporting academic issues, and contributing to leadership and governance.

Emilie Tapping

M Imam Hossain

Officer Trustee

Imam is a University of South Wales law student and Students’ Union Vice President Welfare, focused on student wellbeing, representation, and advocating for inclusive support and services

Emilie Tapping

Rhodri Morris-Stiff

Officer Trustee

Rhodri is a University of South Wales computer science graduate, working at Firstsource, with skills in AI, programming, and cybersecurity, and serving as Students’ Union VP Activities.

Emilie Tapping

Kat Eyley

Student Trustee

Katherine Eyley is a University of South Wales student and is chair of the Atrium Live Music Society at USWSU, with experience in music production, composition, and live event coordination.

Emilie Tapping

Holly Grindlay

Student Trustee

Holly Grindlay is a University of South Wales law student on the Network75 programme, working in NHS Wales Legal & Risk Services, and active as a legal sector representative.

Richard Main MBE

Richard Main MBE

External Trustee

Richard is a UK barrister at Rowchester Chambers and charity leader, recognised with an MBE for work supporting people with learning difficulties.

Trustee Name

Katrina Cookson

University Trustee

Katrina Cookson is a strategic commercial leader with over 20 years’ experience across the public and private sectors. She currently works at the University of South Wales, where she leads events, B2B Marketing, alumni engagement and commercial partnerships.Katrina brings expertise in governance, income generation and stakeholder engagement, and is passionate about people-centred leadership and creating long-term, sustainable impact.

Emilie Tapping

Lucy Squire

University Trustee

Lucy Squire is a Cardiff-based creative industries professional at the University of South Wales, with experience in arts, music, entrepreneurship, and board roles in cultural and charitable organisations. She is the Head of Music and Drama and the Univeristy of South Wales

Our Governing Documents

USWSU and USW Relationship Agreement
USWSU and USW EDI MOU
USW Safeguarding Policy Statement
USW Health and Safety Policy
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