After weeks of passionate campaigning, insightful debates, and a sea of creative posters, the University of Wolverhampton Students’ Union is proud to officially announce your new Sabbatical Officer team for the 2026/27 academic year. This year’s "Make Your Mark" campaign saw an incredible turnout, proving once again that our student body is engaged, motivated, and ready to shape the future of their university experience.
Meet Your New Sabbatical Officers
We are thrilled to introduce the four individuals who will be your primary advocates and voices within the university and beyond. These officers will work full-time to ensure that student life at Wolverhampton remains vibrant, inclusive, and academically rewarding.
SU President: Ikenna Okeke
VP Academic: Confidence Orewa
VP Diversity: Imoleayo Sarah Falana
VP Community: Benjamin Sekpe
Candidate Awards
While the Sabbatical Officer positions are the headline of the election, the heart of the campaign lies in the dedication of every single student who put their name forward. Running for office is no small feat - it requires courage, resilience, and a deep-seated care for the student community.
To recognise the exceptional efforts of those who went above and beyond during the campaign period, we are delighted to announce this year’s Candidate Award winners:
Award Category: Friendliest Campaigner
Winner: Charlie Jerrison-Eglington
Award Category: Most Creative Poster
Winner: Vumi
Award Category: Most Memorable Campaign Slogan
Winner: Kiosha Sukie
Award Category: Outstanding Student Engagement
Winner: Finley Burns
Award Category: The SU Values Award
Winner: Freddie Crisp
These awards celebrate the spirit of our elections - the creativity, the friendliness, and the shared values that make our SU a community we can all be proud of.
A Heartfelt Thank You
An election of this scale is a massive team effort, and we have many people to thank for making the 2026 "Make Your Mark" campaign a resounding success.
To our Candidates: Thank you for your energy and your ideas. Whether you were elected or not, your participation has sparked vital conversations that will continue to benefit the student body for years to come. You are all leaders in our eyes.
To the Students who Voted: Thank you for making your voice heard. Democracy works best when everyone participates, and your engagement ensures that your SU remains truly representative of your needs. Your vote is your power, and you used it brilliantly.
To our Staff: Finally, a huge thank you to the SU staff and the student staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. From managing the polling stations and verifying votes to organising the events and creating the digital content, none of this would have been possible without your hard work.
Congratulations once again to our winners, and here is to a fantastic 2026/27!