Welcome to Butler Court

Located in East Park, near the School of Design and Creative Arts and our rugby pitches. Butler Court is a very tight knit community where morale is high and there is a great social life. Everyone knows everyone! Butler Courts hosts so many events planned by the Social, Welfare, Rag representatives and more. The hall is named after Sir Clifford Butler, Vice-Chancellor of the University from 1975-1985.

Winter Committee Elections 2025

Voting is now open. Read the manifestos below and choose your candidate via our voting form.

Voting period is between 7th and 9th November

Vice Chair

Responsible for assisting the chair with their day-to-day tasks. Key duties include assigning an individual to chair AGMs/HGMs, recording all minutes from every Hall and Committee meeting and making them available to all hall members, collating meeting agendas, being prepared to act as Hall Chair where the Chair is unavailable and attending all required training and meetings. 

Grace Olaniyan

Hi, I'm Grace! I’m running for the role of Vice-Chair because I’m passionate about helping our hall run smoothly and ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard. If I was chosen for this role, my aim will be to make sure Butler Court runs effectively behind the scenes so everyone can enjoy a positive and connected community.
I would also like to collaborate with the Social Secretaries to celebrate our hall's diversity and ensure that there's something for everyone to enjoy. This would include introducing culture days for us to acknowledge the different cultures within our hall, enjoying varieties of food and music in the common room.
I have experience in planning and organising events, I'm fun and easy to talk to, and I'm always up for a side-quest!

#BigUpButler #WeBleedRed

Oliver Murphy

I’m studying Maths, so I understand how to spend money efficiently. As Treasurer, I’ll make sure our funds are managed properly and used on things that will make a difference like better equipment for the common room and fair prices for events. I’ll also budget to book IMS practice sessions for the sports that need it, so we can all compete without worrying about paying. I want Butler Court to be a place where everyone can enjoy our facilities and activities without worrying about wasted money and will listen to you if there are any suggestions. #UPTHEBUTTTT❤️💛❤️💛❤️💛

Treasurer

Responsible for the finances of the hall.  Key duties include creating and managing the hall budget in partnership with other committee members; managing purchasing and spending across sections, attending all required training and meetings, liaising with Student Life on purchases and ticketing.

Charvi Singh

I’ve been good at managing money throughout. I enjoyed doing accounting and maths in my GCSE’s and enjoyed doing both maths and further maths for a levels as well. I believe I’d be able to refurnish my management skills 

Jack Speed

Hi everyone! I’m running for Vice Chair because I want Butler Court to be more than just where we live; I want it to feel like a real community. I’ll work to make sure everyone’s voice is heard, organise more social events to bring us together, and help keep communication between residents and the committee clear and open. I’m approachable, reliable, and genuinely care about making our time here enjoyable and stress-free. Let’s make Butler Court the best place to live on campus. Vote Jack Speed for VC!

#SPEED2025 #UPTHEBUTT

Social Secretary

Responsible for planning and delivering social events that enhance the Hall experience. Key duties include planning and coordinating the Winter and Summer Balls, attending Social Secretary meetings and sharing relevant updates with the Hall Committee, working closely with Warden to complete required paperwork, leading the organisation of Welcome Week and Refreshers, and organising Hall Day celebrations.

Meghana Bandarupalli

Hey! I am Meghana (Meg) Bandarupalli, and I would be thrilled to be the next social secretary. I enjoy uniting people, whether it’s organising the perfect evening or ensuring that everyone is part of the enjoyment. I aim for Butler Court to be the hall everyone discusses, for all the best reasons!

I aim to create lasting memories during our time here by planning activities that cater to everyone's preferences. Iconic freshers events that blend enjoyment and themed outings, quiz and karaoke nights for the performer within you, laid-back socials for when we want tasty food, great company, and no regrets at 9am, increased inter-hall collaborations, more enjoyable sober activities for inclusivity, and ongoing Butler bonding events throughout the year rather than only during freshers week. I enjoy working as an event planner; I’m friendly and, most importantly, always ready to create something enjoyable.

I’ll maintain the energy, ensure the events are welcoming, and keep the group chat vibrant and active. Whether you're the first to hit the dance floor or the one cheering from the side, I've got you covered.

#UPTHEBUT #WEBLEEDRED

Sports Secretary

(2 positions available) Oversees Hall sports participation and ensures representation in Intramural Sports (IMS) competitions. Key duties include maintaining Hall sporting equipment, attending Sport Secretary meetings and staying informed on sporting matters, organising fair trials and practices for IMS teams, selecting team captains and supporting team selections, promoting sports participation at all levels, from IMS to recreational activities, submitting IMS fixture results on time, and coordinating with Media Representatives for fixture coverage.

Miles Gary McMillan

If I am elected I will continue the fantastic run of form that Butler IMS has been in, whilst also further developing the respective squads and getting more people involved. I will aim to further push the name of Butler Court as one to not take lightly.

Angel Wale-Akinlua

I am Angel and if I am elected as Sport secretary I am very eager to expand on the already excellent work of our committee. One key aspiration of mine is to enhance hall spirit by increasing spectator attendance. I’ll aim to turn fixtures into an event by working close to the social and media secretaries to incorporate banners , flags and face paint. 


Another ambition of mine is to build Bulter bonds with sport by hosting Bulter only events. Such as a table tennis tournament in the common room.
Lastly I recognise that the Athletic talent in Bulter and I believe they deserve recognition even if they do not play AU currently. One example this can be done is through a a mini media day. 
I am organised , enthusiastic and passionate about our community and would be honoured to have this role. 
#Upthebut
#BigupButler

Tan Jia Hui

If I am successful with my election to become a Sports Secretary, I aim to make sport at Butler Court an inclusive and supportive environment. I will promote equal opportunities for everyone regardless of skill level, from IMS to Recreational Sport. I also aspire to strengthen the community of Butler Court by hosting one day sporting tournaments within our residents. In terms of IMS, I strive to strengthen the teams by regularly incorporating training sessions so that we will win more fixtures! I would really appreciate your vote for me! UP THE BUT! 

 

Welfare & Diversity Representative

Supports the wellbeing and inclusion of Hall members. Key duties include signposting students to relevant University and LSU welfare services, promoting University, LSU, and Hall welfare and diversity campaigns, ensuring equal representation and inclusivity for all students, attending Welfare & Diversity Rep section meetings, and planning and delivering Welfare activities.

Anushka Kashyap

I would like to be your Welfare and Diversity Rep because, let’s be honest, Butler Pride isn’t just about the big nights out — we shine at the sober ones too. I’ve got experience hosting and joining inclusive, good-vibes-only events where everyone feels welcome (and remembers them the next day). I’m all about adventures, art, and celebrating the different culture — probably because I’ve grown up in an international setting myself. Being bisexual, I’m also passionate about making sure the LGBTQ+ community feels just as seen and supported. Basically, I want to make our hall a place where everyone feels they belong — whether they’re dancing, painting, or just chilling.

 

Once elected, I aim to plan events that help people connect, relax, and celebrate their individuality. This will include a range of activities such as themed socials, wellbeing, and creative events. I will promote current LSU and University initiatives, ensuring that every student is aware of the available support resources. My objective is to cultivate our Hall into a community where every individual feels acknowledged, supported, and represented, regardless of their background or identity.

Campus & Sustainability Representative

Responsible for teaching and promoting an environmentally sustainable lifestyle to all hall residents. Key duties include attending monthly Sustainability and Campus Hall Representative meetings; attending termly Estates and Facilities management meetings; organising campaigns and events that raise awareness of environmental issues or take relevant action.

Joseph Sobanjo

Hi, I’m is Joseph Sobanjo, a first year maths student and I am running for the CAS rep to help promote long term sustainability in the halls.

 

Sustainability isn’t just about big campaigns, it includes countless factors like the materials used in products, reusing certain objects and smart disposal of waste. These things must be considered and actively managed at our halls’ activities to ensure things are carried out safely and conducive to a better future.

 

That being said, big sustainability events like Sustainability week (10th to 14th November) are essential in making a difference and I am committed to keeping all students aware of what is happening and when so they can join in.

 

If I am elected, I promise to use my organisation and communication skills to ensure events in the halls run smoothly and safely and make sure everyone feels included.

Media and Stash Representative

Social media manager of the hall. Designs a range of templates, stash and content for the hall. Takes photographs of events and report the outcome. Attends Media & Stash meetings

Ruby Chi

Hi ,I am Ruby Chi and I wanted to join the committee as Media and Stash. I am currently studying Arts and Design in foundation and plan to specialise in Fashion design as my future Pathway . I’m excited to apply for the Media & Stash role. I’m passionate about creativity and communication, and I believe I can bring incredible ideas to this position.

With experience in Art and Fashion, I can create engaging social media content to keep everyone informed and excited about hall activities. I’ll also work on developing stylish and  attractive stash that reflects the spirit of our hall and make sure that everyone will love it ! I will also capture key moments at events through photography to make a record of every events and every precious moment we share in Butler.
Moreover, I consider myself a responsible and dependable person, always organized and committed to delivering quality work on time. 
I’m looking forward to the chance to contribute my creativity and enthusiasm to this role. I promise I will bring lots of joy to BUTLER COURT! Thank you for your support! UP THE BUTTT!!!

Upcoming Plans

Thank you to everybody who participated in our Welcome programme! More activities within your hall are coming soon. Keep an eye out for the following:

  • Winter Elections (November):  Voting OPEN now. vote on who you wish to run certain sections within your hall.
  • Winter Ball (November – December): A winter-time formal celebration with the hall. Tickets available for both guests and residents.
  • Refreshers (early February): A social programme of events at the beginning of the second semester.
  • Spring Elections (February): Nominate yourself for a committee position and/or vote on who you wish to run certain sections within your hall.
  • Summer Ball (May): A summertime formal celebration to end your academic year.
  • Hall Day (May-June): An outdoor fun-filled day of activities to destress before final exams.

Follow your hall’s social media pages to get the latest events information.

All Butler Court social media channels are student-led through the hall's committee. 

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