Welsh Affairs Officer
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Welsh Affairs Officer

Macsen Davies

Macsen or “Macs” who is originally from Ystradgynlais, studied Geography in the medium of Welsh at Swansea University. During his three years at Swansea, Macsen has gotten involved with the SU in several ways – He spent a lot of time with the Snowriders, Gym Gym (Gymdeithas Gymraeg Abertawe), Wii Sports, and was even elected onto the committee of Clwb Rygbi Tawe.  

Macsen is also a familiar and friendly face of JC’s as he has been employed as a student staff barista since starting University back in 2020 – We can guarantee his coffee skills are top tier.  

Outside of the SU, you can find Macsen down at Caswell beach for a sea swim or checking out different places around in Swansea searching for the best bev! 

 

 

From Your Officer

Macsen Davies

I am thrilled to be part of the journey of promoting all things Welsh, encompassing language, culture, and education. I eagerly embrace the opportunity to contribute and assist in making learning accessible, both directly and indirectly. I aim to ensure that acquiring knowledge becomes a delightful and enjoyable experience for all. Together, we can foster a vibrant Welsh community by fostering an appreciation for its rich linguistic heritage, vibrant traditions, and captivating history. Let us embark on this fulfilling endeavour, inspiring a love for Wales and its many facets, while creating an environment that nurtures lifelong learning and personal growth for the student population.

Rwyf wrth fy modd i fod yn rhan o’r daith i hyrwyddo popeth Cymreig, gan gwmpasu iaith, diwylliant ac addysg. Rwy’n croesawu’n eiddgar y cyfle i gyfrannu a chynorthwyo i wneud dysgu’n hygyrch, yn uniongyrchol ac yn anuniongyrchol. Fy nod yw sicrhau bod y broses o gaffael gwybodaeth yn dod yn brofiad hyfryd a phleserus i bawb. Gyda’n gilydd, gallwn feithrin cymuned Gymraeg fywiog drwy feithrin gwerthfawrogiad o’i threftadaeth ieithyddol gyfoethog, ei thraddodiadau bywiog, a’i hanes cyfareddol. Gadewch inni gychwyn ar yr ymdrech foddhaus hon, gan ysbrydoli cariad at Gymru a’i hamryfal agweddau, tra’n creu amgylchedd sy’n meithrin dysgu gydol oes a thwf personol ar gyfer y boblogaeth myfyrwyr.

 
 

Roles and Responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities

I champion Welsh student interests, voicing concerns to the university. Collaborating with peers and staff, I enhance Welsh cultural engagement through events, campaigns, and initiatives. As a liaison between students and the university, I influence policies for Welsh representation and inclusion. My leadership ensures Welsh student needs are addressed, fostering a dynamic, supportive, and culturally enriched campus community.

 
 

What I'm Working On

Increase Engagement for Welsh Culture for the Student Population

Early Stages

Objectives

  • Host Welsh Calendar events (Calennig, St Dwynwen's Day, Dydd Miwsig Cymru, etc). 

  • Host Gwyl Cymraeg Abertawe- a week-long celebration of Welsh language and culture.  

  • Host local trips to Welsh sites of culture and heritage (Big Pitt, Saint Fagans, Visiting Welsh Castles, etc).  

Updates 

 
Increase The Number of Opportunities for Students to Learn Welsh

Early Stages

Objectives 

  • Host bi-montly gigs with Welsh artists.  

  • Carry out fortnightly Welsh speaking coffee mornings.  

  • Bring in incentives for using Welsh at our venues.  

  • Provide “Cymraeg” Welsh speaking badges for bi-lingual SUSU staff.  

  • Push for Welsh language night classes.  

Updates

 
Encourage The Use and Learning of the Welsh Language Through Our Societies and Sport Teams

Early Stages

Objectives 

  • Create a Welsh Sports community starting with Netball, alongside the pre-existing Clwb Rygbi Tawe.  

  • Establish Welsh speaking Committee roles for all societies and Sports with over 20 members.  

Updates