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Board of Directors

The MSU has four student leaders spearheading the operations and strategic vision of the organization. The President and three Vice-Presidents lead a team of paid and volunteer staff to accomplish goals within their one-year term. The President is elected at-large by the student body each January, and the Vice-Presidents (Administration), (Finance) and (Education) are elected by the Student Representative Assembly (SRA) in April. Any full-time undergraduate student (enrolled in 18 or more units) is eligible to run for a position on the Board of Directors.

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Jovan Popovic
president@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 23885

Jovan Popovic is a commerce graduate, born and raised in Hamilton. Returning for his second term as MSU President, Jovan prioritizes the fostering of more community and belonging on campus. His overarching goal as MSU president is to continue the post-pandemic recovery of campus life and enhance student engagement and the student experience on campus. 

A well-traveled individual, Jovan has been to over 30 countries and holds citizenship in Canada, Serbia and Croatia. Prior to Presidency, he held campus roles inside the Silhouette and CFMU 93.3FM, as well as serving as co-president of the McMaster Sports Community. He has been a journalist for more than a decade, between his own website and as sports editor of the Silhouette. 

As a huge baseball fan, Jovan has interned at True Gravity Baseball over the past year, while also founding his own sports memorabilia company, coordinating autograph signings with Major League Baseball players. His personal baseball exploits include international play with the Serbian national team, before injury ended his playing career. He’s pivoted to working in the industry, attempting to follow in the footsteps of former McMaster student, Alex Anthopoulos, current GM of the Atlanta Braves and former GM of the Toronto Blue Jays. 

Adam F. El-Kadi

vpadmin@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 23250

Adam recently graduated from the Bachelor of Health Sciences program with a Child Health Specialization. Throughout his undergraduate years, Adam occupied himself with work in health and healthcare, focusing on ways to make positive change. His academic interests lie mainly in cardiology and preventative care. As the co-founder and former president of Lorax, an MSU Club, Adam worked to bring the McMaster student community together to take steps towards sustainable action.

In his free time, Adam is an avid supporter of Arsenal Football Club and enjoys watching all English Premier League weekend fixtures. He also loves getting competitive with friends, playing soccer on Sundays, as well as managing fantasy teams. Further, he likes reading fiction and non-fiction literature, with specific interest in Ancient and Arabic works.

Adam hopes to continue to build on the success of his predecessors, while supporting the many student leaders and part-time managers who oversee the MSU’s array of student life enhancement and peer support services.

 

Maya Hobbs

vped@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 24017

Maya recently graduated from the Political Science Specialization in Public Law and Judicial Studies with an Interdisciplinary Minor in Inclusive Communities and Social Justice. As an aspiring lawyer and politician, Maya’s academic interests are law, elections, and policy. 

Throughout her time at McMaster, Maya has been heavily involved in the student community. Having served as the Co-President of the McMaster Pre-Law Society, Vice President Administration of the McMaster Political Science Student Association, and Welcome Week Rep, she is dedicated to leadership and community-building. 

During her spare time, Maya enjoys watching legal and political fiction TV shows, listening to music, sports, exploring nature, working out, and reading. Maya is delighted to continue supporting the McMaster community and creating an inclusive environment for all students. 

Declan Sweeney

vpfinance@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905.525.9140 x24109

Declan is a Commerce Graduate & former McMaster men’s baseball player. He has worked at New Balance Canada as the Distribution & Planning Coordinating Intern, handling logistical solutions and working collaboratively with sale representatives for demand planning and customer relations. Additionally, Declan was a Welcome Week Representative for the Commerce Department, as well as a member of the Health & Wellness Committee in building a Wellness Guide in 2021 for incoming students.  

In his free time, Declan spends his time playing baseball, hockey, and pursuing other athletic endeavors. He is an avid sports fan and can be seen supporting the Montreal Canadians & Toronto Blue Jays despite their continued lack of success. He plans on running a half-marathon this fall & hopes to run a triathlon in the near future. 

Declan’s main goals for this year include improving campus spaces, greater advocacy on cost-of-living issues, and supporting events that bring the McMaster community together.