Brandt School Student Government

Student Government

The first student government at the Brandt School was elected by the student body in October 2012. The student government is currently in its 13th year with 5 elected members from the MPP student body. 

The student government serves as the main channel of communication between the Brandt School faculty and staff and its students. 

The student government holds meetings with the staff throughout the semester, in addition to holding a general meeting with the student body at least once per semester. Furthermore, the Student Government has organized panel discussions, informal get-togethers and fundraising events.

You can find out more about their initiatives here: Useful Links

You can contact them via social media: Instagram and via email: studgov.wbs@uni-erfurt.de.

Yashaswini Nand
Yashaswini Nand
Student Government Treasurer
(Willy Brandt School of Public Policy)
yashaswini.nand@uni-erfurt.de

Biography

Hello all!

Namaste!

I'm Yashaswini from India. I completed my bachelor’s degree in sociology from Sophia College for Women, Mumbai. 

Before starting my master’s here, I was working on the Aspirational District Project, a Public-Private Partnership project run by Niti Aayog, the official think-tank of the government of India.

I enjoy dancing and music.

As the treasurer, I'm responsible for handling the finance for activities at the Brandt school and I wish to create a cohesive environment for all.

Jenna Pearl Fabris
Jenna Pearl Fabris
Student Government Student Representative
(Willy Brandt School of Public Policy)
jenna.fabris@uni-erfurt.de

Biography

Hi! I’m Jenna, and I’m from the United States. Before joining the Willy Brandt School, I was a digital communication strategist working on advocacy campaigns, including projects to protect reproductive rights and fight against climate change. I’ve also worked as an organizer on several competitive political campaigns across the United States.

In my free time, you’ll find me going on a run or trying a new restaurant in Erfurt.

As the student representative, I am the point of contact between students and the Willy Brandt School. If you have problems with a class, lecturer, or any other MPP issues, feel free to react out.

Irene Osei-Owusu
Irene Osei-Owusu
Student Government Vice President
(Willy Brandt School of Public Policy)
irene.osei-owusu@uni-erfurt.de

Biography

Hello everyone!

I am Irene Osei-Owusu, your Vice President at the Willy Brandt School Student Government. I am a DAAD scholar from Ghana, and before joining the Brandt School, I worked in government, where I got a front-row seat to the fascinating (and sometimes puzzling) world of policy and finance.

When I am not knee-deep in coursework, you will likely find me on a tennis court, sightseeing around Germany, or catching up on some much-needed sleep (an underrated hobby, if you ask me).

My goal as Vice President is to make your time at the Brandt School smoother, more fun and filled with opportunities to connect, learn and grow. Got ideas, questions, or just want to chat? Get in touch