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Tom Gordon

Deputy President (Clubs & Societies)

Want faster event approvals? Easier finances? Better training?

I'm Tom, 4th-year Aero, and I'm running to be your DPCS.

Clubs, societies and projects (CSPs) have been at the heart of my time at Imperial, providing me with unforgettable experiences and a vital escape from my studies.

As Treasurer of the Arts&Entertainments Management Group, I represent 25+ societies and hear the problems CSPs face daily. Having held roles in four societies, I’ve experienced many of these first-hand. As a volunteer, I have:

  • Fought for fair, transparent grant funding on the Clubs, Societies and Projects Board, which represents all 340+ CSPs at Imperial.
  • Supported societies through the Activities Development Fund, allocating up to £70,000 to help CSPs grow.
  • Co-organised a three-society, 100-person tour to Spain, securing College funding to make it happen.

I will take the stress out of running and participating in activities, making them the most rewarding part of university life.

How?

Supporting Student Leaders

  • Cut response times for event proposals, financial approvals and emails, reducing stress and enabling earlier, cheaper payments.
  • Improve training quality, ensuring information is consistent and easy to find, so committees hit the ground running.

Engagement

  • Expand the Student Experience Fund to postgraduate and international students.
  • Build a CSP alumni network, so you can stay involved after graduating.

Funding

  • Create a fundraising portal and introduce Gift Aid, making it easier for societies to raise money.
  • Offer tiered membership (e.g. social, competitive) to CSPs, so you can choose which works for you!

Any questions? Get in touch!