Tuesday 11-03-2025 - 17:29

 

On Tuesday 11th March, Cerys Evans tendered her resignation from the role of President at LUSU – effective from April 4th 2025.

 

 

“It is with enormous sadness that I announce my resignation as President of Lancaster University Students’ Union. This has not been an easy decision for me, and I want to take the opportunity to explain why I am stepping down and express my gratitude to the people who have supported me throughout my tenure.
 
Serving as President has been both a huge privilege and a profound challenge. From my first term in office, I was eager to make a difference, to work with students, and to contribute to an environment where every voice is heard. When I ran for re-election, it was with passion, energy, and a commitment to continuing building on what we had started. However, the past nine months have taken a significant toll on me.
 
In the last 9 months I have faced bullying and harassment from students which has made it increasingly difficult for me to carry out my responsibilities. I have had to endure a culture of disrespect, hostility and criticism that no leader should ever be subjected to. From inappropriate emails to being consistently spoken over in meetings and watching other female colleagues and student leaders receive the same.
 
Despite all these struggles, I am firmly committed to the value of student leadership and to the importance of ensuring that all student groups – societies, sport teams, academic communities, liberation groups, and colleges – receive the recognition and support they deserve.
 
I am devastated to be leaving my position before my term is complete, but I am proud of what I have accomplished. I hope that my departure sparks meaningful discussion about leadership culture and encourages a shift toward a more respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for all.
 
To those who have worked alongside me and stood by me, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. And especially to my team: the incredible Ella, Jack, and Harrison, thank you for being the best team anyone could ask for.”

LUSU are saddened to see Cerys leave, and would like to thank her for her efforts and commitment during her time as President. Her leadership has contributed to many positive changes on campus, and we wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

Cerys’s last day as President will be the 4th of April, the other Officers will be taking collective responsibility for the President’s remit in her absence. Any questions can be directed to lusupresident@lancaster.ac.uk, which will be redirected after Cerys leaves.