We are delighted to be hosting a panel of accomplished former Sports Union volunteers event for out Value of Volunteering Webinar. The event will be hosted by Oriam Director Ross Campbell who with discuss with our panellists their time as volunteers at the university, professional experiences and career highlights.
The time is coming to put yourself forward for volunteer opportunities within the University, whether that is one of the many volunteer opportunities in the Sports Union or the Student Union! This event will demonstrate the value of volunteering in a variety of capacities whether this is part of our Club Committees or our Sports Union Executive Officers, there are so many ways to get involved!
When?
Tuesday 9th February, 12.00-13.00 via Zoom. (Link to register above)
Who can attend?
This event is open to everyone regardless of where you are in the world and whether you are a Sports Union member or not; the more the merrier! Please use the ‘Register Now’ link above if you are a HWU student or staff member. If you are from outside of the University please contact Graeme Ormiston and we will be delighted to send you the instructions to join the online event.
HOST
Ross Campbell
Current Executive Director at Oriam.
Sports Union President 2005/06.
Currently a player and the Assistant Manager of Montrose FC.
Graduated from Heriot-Watt University with a Mathematics Degree.
PANELLISTS
Mike Tumilty
Career History – Currently Global Chief Operating Officer at Standard Life Aberdeen. Former Professional Football Referee, including matches in the Champions League and Europa League.
Sports Union Experience – Club Captain of HWUFC during his final year at University and played as a Goalkeeper for the 1st team.
Heriot Watt University Involvement – Graduated in 1994 with a degree in Economics
Ross Simpson
Career History – Currently Assistant Director and Head of Sport at Edinburgh University. Formerly SSS Sports Admin and Sports Manager and Sports Co-ordinator at Edinburgh University. Deputy Chef De Mission GB Students World University Games Naples 2019 and Chengdu 2021
Sports Union Experience – Sports Union President 2008/09. Sports Union Executive Comittee Member 2007/08. HWU Hockey Club President
Heriot-Watt University Involvement – Graduated in 2008 with a Management and Marketing Degree.
Katy MacGregor
Career History – Competitions Manager at Netball Scotland and Strathclyde Sirens Netball Team. Assistant Event Manager for the 2018 Gymnastics European Championships. Event Manager at the SSE Hydro.
Sports Union Experience – Sports Union President 2014/15. Various committee roles in Netball, Hockey and Gaelic Club. Sports Union Executive Officer. Sports Union Ambassador. Currently still coaching HWU Netball Team.
Heriot-Watt University Involvement – Graduated in 2014 with a degree in Chemistry.
Amber Taylor
Sports Union Experience – Sports Union President, Sports Union Executive, Sports Union Ambassador, Dance Club President and heavily involved with the Cheerleading Club.
Heriot-Watt University Involvement – Graduated in 2020 with a degree in Physics.
Watt An Event!
The Webinar was a success! We had a sensational turnout, with representation from Dubai and Malaysia, as well as our UK Campuses. 👏
Watch the full video of the webinar below: