Otago University Medical Students' Association
2025 ELM Executive
Marcus Campbell
President
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
president@oumsa.org
Kia ora ELM whānau,
Ko Marcus Campbell tōku ingoa, nō Ōtautahi ahau.
Hi I’m Maz, and I’m honoured to serve as your OUMSA President (Tumuaki) for 2025! My role is all about advocating for our incredible cohorts and creating spaces where everyone can connect, succeed, and make unforgettable memories. With the hard work of our OUMSA executive whānau, we’re bringing you a year packed with academic, social, and cultural events.
My vision is to build a safe, inviting environment where you feel empowered to engage with our community and make the most of these preclinical years. Remember, you’re here for a reason; embrace both the challenges and triumphs. You’re on the path to becoming an amazing doctor. Drop by the OUMSA office in the Hunter Centre anytime – say hi, have a kai, and let’s make this year unforgettable together.
Ki te kotahi te kākaho, ka whati, ki te kāpuia, e kore e whati.
Sophie Yang
Vice President – Administration
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
vpa@oumsa.org
Kia ora ELM!
My name is Sophie and I’m honoured to be your VPA this year. My role leads the administrative side of OUMSA. This involves lots of internal affairs, looking after general enquiries, communications including social media, managing the OUMSA office and liaising with staff.
My goal this year is to connect you all with OUMSA so we can help you make the most of what will be an unforgettable year. We’re here for you.
I grew up in Auckland and in my spare time I enjoy running, good music and anything out in the sun. I absolutely love meeting new people and am always up for a chat so please say hello if you see me around, or reach out if I can help with anything at all! Bring on 2025, I am so excited to get to know you all 😊
Thimeth Jinadasa-Wijesinghe
Vice President – External
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
vpe@oumsa.org
Kia Ora Koutou,
I’m Thimeth and this year I have the privilege of being your Vice-President External for 2025. In my role, I’ll be organising the Ascend Leadership Programme and UNITY cultural inclusivity project. Importantly, I will ensure smooth sailing for all, including our wonderful affiliated groups.
I’m originally from Christchurch but trace my roots back to the shores of Sri Lanka. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed making Dunedin my home for the past few years.
When I’m not studying, I enjoy immersing myself in a good book, learning Sinhalese(one of the languages of Sri Lanka), or enjoying quality time with friends.
I love meeting new people and am always up for a friendly chat
Go make 2025 yours
Cheers
Jarrin Ahmed
Treasurer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
treasurer@oumsa.org
Kia ora – I’m Jarrin, your OUMSA treasurer for 2025! My role involves all things financial, mainly including dividing our resources across the numerous activities carried out over the year as well as managing our funds successfully throughout each event that is organised for our medical students!
However, my topmost priority is ensuring all this is carried out responsibly, with transparency and in a trustworthy manner, so please don’t hesitate to reach out with any ideas or concerns regarding how we utilise our resources and funds for the cohort this year 🙂
John Clemence
Education Officer – Internal
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
educationinternal@oumsa.org
Kia ora everyone!
I’m John Clemance, and I have the privilege of being your Education Officer Internal for 2024!
One of my major roles this year is coordinating the highly valued ‘Study Buddy’ tutorials. These sessions are led by ELM3 and ALM students who have excelled in their fields and are here to help. They will break down complex medical content into clear, concise key points, share memory aids, and offer tips on approaching exam questions effectively.
In addition, I’m here to support those balancing parenthood while studying medicine, as well as students preparing for special exams. I’ll also be attending and taking minutes for the education meetings.
Outside of medicine, I enjoy working at the gym and dining out with friends. I’m looking forward to getting involved, so please feel free to say hi if you see me around, or send me an email if you have any questions!
Julianne Kim
Education Officer – External
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
education@oumsa.org
Warmest congratulations for starting your journey of medicine! I’m Julianne and it’s an absolute honour to take on the role of Educational External Officer. I will be the representative student voice in the education meetings to help make our study as smooth sailing as possible! The team has put together some amazing academic support programs for the year, so keep an eye out!
I was born in South Korea and moved to Auckland when I was 7, where I grew up there until starting my Dunner’s life in 2023. You might see me at Studholme where I work as an RA, or at the garden walking my dog. Sundays are my favourite where I have some downtime after church, bracing myself for the week ahead with kdrama, christian tunes or a good read.
I look forward to reading your feedback through the form, or I’m always up for good yarn!
Gaia Drum-Te Whata
Welfare Officer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
welfare@oumsa.org
Kia Ora everyone!
I’m Gaia and I’m from the beautiful Waitakere Ranges in Auckland. I love to go to the gym, run, read, and I’m always open to trying new things, including taking on the role as Welfare Officer for 2025!
You will likely see me around at OUMSA events making sure everyone is safe and having a good time! I’m also responsible for organising a great welfare week for all of you. I’m so excited to take on this role and I look forward to seeing you all. I’m always up for a chat so don’t hesitate to say hi if you see me around. Feel free to flick me an email if you have any questions or concerns 😊
Here’s to an awesome 2025!
Emily Hayes
Social Officer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
social@oumsa.org
Kia ora e te whānau!
My name is Emily Hayes, most people know me as Boo, and my home is in Tāmaki Makaurau. I love all things outdoors, plants and making new friends, and I have the privilege of being your social officer for 2025!! This means that I will be organising all of the social events for the year, including the o-week social, flat crawl, med wine & cheese, and med ball. These events are run for all you lovely people so if you have any questions/queries/complaints then please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
I hope you guys have an amazing year and have so much fun at all the events – they are so so worth it and are such a great way to make lifelong friends/memories!!!
Oliver Simcock Smith
Sports Officer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
sports@oumsa.org
Kia ora team, I’m Ollie 🙂
I’m stoked to be supporting OUMSA this year as the sports officer. I’m passionate about sports and the positive health outcomes that activity brings, and I’m keen to spread the joy of sports this year. I’m a postgrad, having done physiology 2021-3, and so I’ve spent a wee bit of time around Dunedin – enough to find out all the best places to run and ride around here. I also help organise the Otago University Bike Club. Looking forward to seeing the cohort around!
Anna Hare
Community Outreach Officer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
communityoutreach@oumsa.org
Hey guys!
My name is Anna and I’m super excited to be your community outreach officer for 2025!
I will be involved in organising community service events such as relay for life and teddy bear hospital which are such great ways for us Med students to give back to our community.
In terms of me I love spending time with friends and family, getting outdoors and having a good time. Can’t wait to meet you all!
Scott Zhou
Communications/Sponsorship Officer
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
sponsorship@oumsa.org
Kia ora,
I’m Scott, the communications & sponsorship rep for 2025. My gig involves securing sponsorships, discounts & deals for OUMSA members in an effort to not have the balance reach single digits. I’m also responsible for organising med merch, and running the OUMSA Instagram page (@oumsa_gram).
In the rare event that I’m not hermitting in my room, you might see me in the hunter centre, at med revue or in the library (incredibly uncommon). So feel free to give a shout – I’m always up for chats, no matter how deadpan my face looks.
Thank you so much and I cannot wait to meet you all!
Janvi Puri
ECCO Convenor
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
ecco@oumsa.org
Hello, kia ora and namaste!
My name is Janvi and I’m delighted to be your ECCO Convener 2025! ECCO stands for ELM Clinical Conference Otago. It is the annual conference for ELM students in Dunedin with the purpose of exposing ELM students to several future specialties and deepening our passion for Medicine through riveting speakers, a vast array of workshops, and an elegant Gala! I am looking forward to making ECCO 2025 a success and welcoming you all there!
As for myself, if you don’t see me roaming around Hunter Center or studying in Central Library with friends, you can find me jamming out on the piano or guitar, painting, playing badminton, or catching up with family :)) I love meeting new people so do say Hi, and I hope you have an amazing year ahead!
Emily Jin
Website/Store Administrator
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
webmaster@oumsa.org
Kia ora! I’m Emily, the webmaster for OUMSA 2025. My role is about making sure the website functions smoothly and to solve any problems along the way. I am involved in sorting out the tickets for all the events on offer which includes uploading them and processing ticket sales. Plus, I endeavour to provide updated information about clubs and newsletters throughout the year.
A bit about me: I was born and raised in Hamilton but now live in the beautiful Mt Maunganui which I love exploring when I get the chance. In my spare time I like to play the violin, go to the gym, and walk around the Farmers’ market. Please contact me if you have any issues with the store and I hope to see you all around!
Luke Bialostocki
Gap Year Rep
Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours – Neuroanatomy
gapyear@oumsa.org
Hi Everyone! I’m Luke, your gap year rep (deja vu moment?) I’m currently taking a gap between my ELM3 and ALM4 years to complete a BmedSci Honours focused in Neuroanatomy. My key role is to advocate for the current and future gap year students. I also want to foster a great community for the current gap year students during the year. If you have any questions about taking a gap year and what’s out there please feel free to say hi and reach out. Originally, I’m from Auckland and I love doing a tonne of sporty stuff including flag football and powerlifting. Looking forward to meeting you all throughout the year (and convincing you to do a gap year!)
Huthaifa Ibrahim
3rd Year Rep
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
3rdyear@oumsa.org
Kia ora e te whānau! I’m Huthaifa, your third-year representative for 2025. My role involves advocacy for third-year students, a significant aspect which is ensuring an equitable class division process. I’ll also be involved in organising our demigrad, class photos, and ensuring our final year of ELM is one to remember— so feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. In my spare time, I enjoy watching TV shows and film, hitting the gym, or hanging out with friends. Looking forward to a great year with you all!
Matthew Brooks
NZMSA General Rep
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
nzmsa_rep@oumsa.org
Kia ora e te whānau!
My name is Matthew, and I’m honoured to be your preclinical representative for the New Zealand Medical Students’ Association (NZMSA). My role is all about making sure your voice is heard at the national level – working to bring positive changes to our medical school experience. Beyond advocacy, I’m also here to help increase engagement with medical students from across the country, whether that’s by helping organise the many forums NZMSA hosts throughout the year or by encouraging you to donate blood for the famous Vampire Cup.
I’m always open for a kōrero, so please feel free to reach out with any ideas, questions, or concerns you may have. All the best for the year!
Rongomai Ngāmoki
TOKŌ Rep
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
toko_rep@oumsa.org
“Māmā Pupu, Māmā Kina”
Tēnā koutou katoa e ngā hau e whā o te motu. Ko wai au? He mokopuna tēnei nō Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Waikato, Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Ngāti Mutunga me Te Āti Awa. Ko Rongomai Ngāmoki tōku ingoa.
As the 2025 Te Ao Māori Officer for the OUMSA Exec, I am honored to advocate for Māori voices within our medical school. My vision is to create a culturally safe and empowering environment for all tauira, where Te Reo Māori is part of our everyday learning and tikanga is respected and visible. I am passionate about building initiatives that bring Māori and non-Māori tauira together to deepen their understanding of Te Ao Māori.
With the TOKŌ Exec and OUMSA, I am committed to fostering an inclusive medical school environment. If you have ideas, aspirations, or pātai, please reach out—I would love to kōrero with you!
Elisapeta Etuati
Pacific (PIHPSA) Rep
Early Learning in Medicine – 3rd Year
pihpsa_rep@oumsa.org
Talofa lava and warm pacific greetings, my name is Elisapeta, your OUMSA Pacific representative for 2025. I hail from the beautiful island of Samoa. I was born in Samoa and raised in Australia. I am honoured to be in a position that aims to promote pacific practices and values in spaces such as OUMSA. I’m excited to bridge a connection between OUMSA and the Pacific Health Professionals Students Association (PIHPSA). Together with my dedicated team, we advocate for Pacific students and organize vibrant events that celebrate our rich cultural heritage. We believe in the strength of collectivism and the importance of sharing our traditions while also embracing learning from others. I encourage you to join us in our upcoming events, and if you have any questions or just want to chat, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Fa’afetai tele lava, and here’s to a fantastic year ahead! 💙