Get to know your MDS Student Executive team!
The Student Executive at Media Design School consists of students who are dedicated to creating a community for both online and on-campus learners. Their strategy, referred to as the 'Three Pou' focuses on three aspects; Advocacy, Community and Voice. By prioritising these areas, the Student Executive strives to improve the student experience by advocating for their needs, fostering a safe, supportive environment and ensuring that every student’s perspective is valued.
If you would like to get in contact with any of the students apart of the Student Executive, you can find them via Microsoft Teams, Discord or around campus.
Social & Engagement
Chahat N. - Social & Engagement Executive
Executive Hey there!! I'm Chahat, I'm all about making college life awesome for everyone. From fun events to cool projects, I'm here to spread smiles and bring us closer together. Let's make memories and friendships that last a lifetime!
Māori
Josephine T. - Māori Executive
Kia ora, my name is Josephine Tahapehi, and I am a 3rd year student in Bachelor of Media Design, majoring in Graphics and as well in the role of Māori Student Executive. My role as Student Executive is to be the voice for our students here at MDS. Whether that is regarding to your academics or well-being. But in terms of a Māori Student Executive, you can always come up to me in concerns to Te Ao Māori - History, Lifestyle, or the culture in general. I am always keen to be here for anyone and everyone and always ready to give things a go.
Māori
Irene - Māori Executive
Kia ora
I'm Irene Karaitiana, and I'm studying the Foundation course which is a good place to start to learn about the many different diplomas available here at Media Design School. As Maori Executive, I'm here to help awhi (support) our Maori students through their learning journey while studying at MDS. I am the Maori students voice too so, if anyone has any suggestions, queries or just want to chat, you may just find me in the Fale Mapura room on level four before classes at 1pm. Kia kaha!
Pasifika
Alyssa H. - Pasifika Executive
Talofa, my name is Alyssa and I'm the Pasifika Executive. I am a 3rd year BMD student majoring in Graphic Design. In my spare time I'm usually hanging out with my friends and family. I love music and exploring my moods through music. As the Pasifika Executive I am here to listen to students' suggestions and create a safe space where we can feel comfortable. i'm always open to help out and give advice when needed. Thanks heaps 💗
Online
Tahryn S. - Online Executive
My name is Tahryn Smith-Codling and I'm a third year Bachelor of Creative Technologies student and the online student executive. As the online student executive my main responsibility is to advocate for online students and ensure that our voices are heard. I help set up events and initiatives catered towards online learning and am here if you need any help, have suggestions , queries or just want to chat. You can always reach out to me via Discord as I have no life and am always on there. So feel free to flick me a message.
International
Gurleen K. - International Executive
I am Gurleen, the international student executive of Media Design School. I am studying in year 3, BMD. I moved to New Zealand in July 2022, and it's been a crazy journey since then. I remember when I first moved here, it took me a few months to get used to the city and the biggest culture shock for me was that almost all the shops close before 6pm and that everyone eats dinner around 7. The one thing I felt missing was people, whom I could talk to who would relate to what I was feeling. With that motive and an intention to create an international student's community at Media Design School, I decided to apply for the role. And here I am. I am really excited to meet all of you and I want to initiate a space where all of us can be there for each other as we are all away from our families, friends and home. I really want to create a feeling of home away from home with all of you
Social & Engagement
Alex E. - Social & Engagement Executive
Hey everyone! I'm Alex Emirali, one of your social and engagement executives and a third year of the Bachelor of Creative Technologies (BCT, aka Game Art) student. I am an avid gamer, love 2D art and game design and am an enjoyer of many genres of alternative music. you'll typically see me on level 4 or online where I'll be socializing and getting some work done. My role as an exec encompasses all things social like talking with clubs and managing events both on campus and online. If you need to talk about these things or anything else MDS related you're always welcome to come find me or contact me on discord :)