Emma Jane Culleton
@emmajaneculleton
Course Rep and public policy student representing student views while organizing events and student-facing initiatives.
What I'm looking for
I’ve been serving as Course Rep for MSc International Public Policy at the Students' Union of Queen's University Belfast, representing student views at course level to the University and the Students' Union. I attend Student Voice Committees, meet regularly with the Course Coordinator, and work with School staff to identify and discuss key issues.
I’ve also helped advance gender equality at Queen's University Belfast as an Athena SWAN Representative—supporting the Silver Award application through committee work, event planning, and survey analysis. Alongside my studies, I’ve run campaigns bilingual in English and Gaeilge, coordinated workshops and debates for secondary schools, and handled frontline hospitality as a cocktail bartender.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Course Rep for MSc International Public Policy
Oct 2025 - Present (10 months)
Represents student views at course-level to the University and within the Students' Union.
Attends Student Voice Committees in their School and other related committees
Works in consultation with School staff to identify and discuss important issues
Meets regularly with the Course Coordinator to discuss course matters.
Organizes social evenings and networking events for the course.
Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers, ensuring high-quality presentation and taste.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, adhering to food safety standards.
Provide excellent hospitality by engaging with guests and responding to their needs promptly.
Manage cash and card transactions accurately, utilizing basic math skills.
Collaborate with kitchen s
Promotes gender equality in higher education in terms of representation, progression and success.
Actively aids the school's committee as it prepares it's application for a silver award.
Selected for the position following a competitive application process.
Attends quarterly committee meetings to assess gender equality and the gender culture within the university, representing the student body in
Organizes literary events and British Parliamentary debate competitions and workshops for secondary schools in the Connacht region, fostering engagement in critical thinking and public speaking. Serving as the primary liaison between the society and Connacht secondary schools, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Designs and distributes interest surveys to assess enthusiasm for pote
Provided strategic guidance and advice to the committee on society initiatives, ensuring alignment with the society's mission and goals. Assisted in the planning and execution of events, including discussions and debates, fostering political awareness and discourse among students. Supported decision-making processes by offering insights on event topics, outreach strategies, and member engagement.
Led strategic planning and daily operations for a student union campaign, coordinating a team of volunteers and managing timelines, events, and outreach initiatives.
Oversaw campaign communications and public messaging—ensuring all content was produced bilingually (English and Gaeilge) to promote inclusivity.
Executed voter engagement strategies, organized events, translated the manifesto and key
Managed and oversaw the operation of a polling station, ensuring compliance with electoral law and procedures.
Supervised a Polling Clerk, providing guidance and support throughout election day.
Verified voter identification and issued ballot papers.
Ensured the secrecy and security of the ballot, including sealing ballot boxes.
Maintained accurate records, completed official documentation, and ha
J1 Work Experience serving in an Irish-American restaurant and pub. Constant face to face interaction with clientele and co-workers in the busy environment caused by peak vacation season.
Conducted private, one-on-one English lessons in the home for children aged 9-14, focusing on accent, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and fluency. Prepared Spanish students for English-speaking schools.
Assisted Head Engineer and Expert Witness in on-site inspections, organised apparatus, communicated with clients and external engineers. Attended court proceedings and handled transportation for inspections. Compiled photographic evidence into reports.
Public Relations Officer
Jul 2022 - Jun 2023 (11 months)
Created promotional material using TikTok, Instagram, Adobe Photoshop and Canva for the University drama society increasing online engagement with the intended demographic and attendance numbers at society events. Ensured effective communication between our society and external organisations via direct messages and email, to organise collaborations and sponsorships. Reached out to media to secure
Public Relations Officer
Jul 2022 - Jun 2023 (11 months)
Created promotional material using TikTok, Instagram, Adobe Photoshop and Canva for the University drama society increasing online engagement with the intended demographic and attendance numbers at society events. Ensured effective communication between our society and external organisations via direct messages and email, to organise collaborations and sponsorships. Reached out to media to secure
Advisory Committee Member
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Advised on initiatives, planned events, fostered discourse, guided decisions, and collaborated to assist the team where possible.
Advisory Committee Member
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Advised on initiatives, planned events, fostered discourse, guided decisions, and collaborated to assist the team where possible.
Planned and conducted peer-assisted learning sessions in Sociology and Political Science, improving underclassmen's grades and understanding of course material.
Planned and conducted peer-assisted learning sessions in Sociology and Political Science, improving underclassmen's grades and understanding of course material.
Planned and conducted English classes in vulnerable communites. Assisted local women run businesses with public relations and technological resources. Participated in community development programmes. Conducted Business English classes for women in remote a native tribe.
Planned and conducted English classes in vulnerable communites. Assisted local women run businesses with public relations and technological resources. Participated in community development programmes. Conducted Business English classes for women in remote a native tribe.
1st Year Representative
Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)
Represented incoming undergraduate team members in their first year at the University of Galway on the executive committee for the Equestrain Team. Responsibilities included assisting senior team members in organising events, fundraisers, social nights, registering, attending and organizing transport of people and horses to and from varsity competitions, beginner lessons, team training and trips a
1st Year Representative
Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)
Represented incoming undergraduate team members in their first year at the University of Galway on the executive committee for the Equestrain Team. Responsibilities included assisting senior team members in organising events, fundraisers, social nights, registering, attending and organizing transport of people and horses to and from varsity competitions, beginner lessons, team training and trips a
Advised on ways to promote the Spanish Language at the University of Galway and orgnaise events for Spanish speakers.
Advised on ways to promote the Spanish Language at the University of Galway and orgnaise events for Spanish speakers.
First point of contact for office walk-ins. Created property pamphlets. Managed communications between auctioneers and property management. Handled incoming and outgoing calls, ensuring accurate message documentation and prompt follow-ups.
First point of contact for office walk-ins. Created property pamphlets. Managed communications between auctioneers and property management. Handled incoming and outgoing calls, ensuring accurate message documentation and prompt follow-ups.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Queen's University Belfast
Master of Science, International Public Policy
2025 -
Pursuing a Master of Science in International Public Policy at Queen's University Belfast.
Queen's University Belfast
Master of Science - MS, International Public Policy
2025 - 2026
University of Galway
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science/Sociology and Spanish
2021 - 2025
University of Deusto
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science/Sociology and Modern Languages
2023 - 2024
University of Deusto
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Sociology, and Modern Languages
2023 - 2024
Studied Political Science, Sociology, and Modern Languages as part of a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Deusto.
Centro de Idiomas
Curso de Inmersión, Spanish
2019 - 2019
Centro de Idiomas
Curso de Inmersión, Spanish
2019 - 2019
Meánscoil san Nioclás
Cúrsa Idirbhliain (Transition Year Course)
2018 - 2018
Meánscoil san Nioclás
Cúrsa Idirbhliain, Transition Year
2018 - 2018
Completed a Transition Year Course at Meánscoil san Nioclás.
The King's Hospital School
Secondary School
2015 - 2021
The King's Hospital School
Secondary School
2015 - 2021
Meánscoil san Nioclás
Cúrsa Idirbhliain (Transition Year Course)
2018 - 2018
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