Eshana Bhangu and Kamil Kanji elected to the Board of Governors

Eshana Bhangu and Kamil Kanji have been elected to UBC’s Board of Governors.

Bhangu’s reelection campaign focused her track record as incumbent governor, AMS president and VP academic and university affairs. She promised to push for the implementation of the Student Affordability Task Force and focus her efforts on housing affordability.

Bhangu said she’s excited to “get back to work” after her reelection.

Kanji ran on a platform focused on increasing student affordability, accessibility and support for international students. He is the current VP academic and university affairs.

Kanji said he feels “fucking amazing” to win something that’s been four years in the making.

He’s said he’s excited to “drink a lot” to celebrate his win.

Kanji and Bhangu beat out student government newcomers Ferdinand Rother, Enav Zusman, Siddharth Rout, Jasper Lorien and Leonard Wang for seats on UBC’s highest governing body.

Kanji said he feels “fucking amazing.”
Kanji said he feels “fucking amazing.” Jerry Wong / The Ubyssey