Student Representative on the EAS Board of Directors
The Student Representative on the EAS Board of Directors serves as the official voice of students within the European Aquaculture Society (EAS). This role ensures that student perspectives, needs, and ideas are actively considered in discussions and decisions at the highest level of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Student advocacy and representation
Representing the interests of aquaculture students within EAS and ensuring their views are included in strategic discussions and decision making.Link between students and EAS
Acting as a bridge between the student community and the EAS Board, facilitating open communication, collaboration, and feedback exchange.Promotion of student engagement
Encouraging student participation in EAS conferences, workshops, and events, and supporting the development of student focused activities.Support and guidance
Assisting students with academic and career related questions, connecting them with relevant resources, opportunities, and contacts.Visibility of student achievements
Highlighting student research, awards, and successes, and strengthening the sense of recognition and community within EAS.
Current Student Representative:
Term 2024–2026
Silvia Natale (Italy)
PhD candidate, University of Bologna
Meet the Student Representative:
Silvia is a PhD candidate in aquaculture with a strong interest in sustainable aquaculture practices. Her research focuses on biodiversity friendly aquafeed formulations for grey mullet, aiming to improve production performance and animal welfare while reducing the environmental impact of aquaculture. Her work contributes to advancing knowledge on the farming of low trophic level species and the development of more sustainable management and feeding strategies.
Goals as a Student Representative:
As a student representative, I am committed to fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports the personal, academic, and professional development of students while driving progress in the sustainable aquaculture sector. Together with the national coordinators, I will continue to organize targeted workshops and networking events that create opportunities for dialogue and collaboration on new research and key topics relevant to our field. These initiatives not only promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences but also create valuable opportunities for professional growth while fostering innovation.
I firmly believe that communication is the key to broadening and diversifying knowledge, creating a research environment that grows through mutual collaboration.
Learn More About the Role:
In December 2023, Mariana Ferreira, Student Representative for the 2022–2024 term, recorded an EAStalk podcast discussing the responsibilities and experiences of being a Student Representative. The episode is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Stay Connected
Have ideas, questions, or would like to get involved? Get in touch with us, we would love to hear from you. Follow EAS-SG on social media to stay updated on our activities, events, and opportunities.
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Be Part of the Action
Join us at Aquaculture Europe, where the EAS Student Group hosts dynamic workshops and the legendary Student Reception. Make the most of these events and connect with fellow students by becoming an EAS member.
Please note that support from the EAS-SG network and National Coordinators for aquaculture related questions, contacts, or guidance is available exclusively to EAS Student Members.
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