Kunal Karkhanis

Program & Year of Study
4A, Health StudiesTop three platform points
Mental Health and Health Services: Formal mental health supports such as better access to counselling services, lesser wait times, walk-in appointments for health services.
Better access to education: Remote/hybrid learning options for students that have different learning methods, textbook costs and class participation (also considering the financial impact of the pandemic on students)
International Student advocacy: Better access to co-op employment opportunities for international students, more formal support services for international students
Food security: Healthy and affordable food options on campus are essential for student wellness.
And more!
Reason why someone should vote for you in 100 words or less
I have been involved in the UW community as part of clubs and other services on campus. I have also volunteered for the International Peer Community and Renison English Language Institute, which has provided me with experience in understanding specific concerns students face on campus and supports that would be necessary to address them. I feel that every student has faced unique challenges throughout their time at UW, which have been exacerbated during the pandemic. I also think that international students such as myself have faced various issues in the past few years which should be an important focus. Hearing about these experiences has inspired me to bring change on campus. Hence, I would appreciate your vote :)
Links to any website, social media accounts and/or email address
IG: @kunalkar219
Email: kskarkha@uwaterloo.ca