Meet Our Dedicated Board
Welcome to our student organization! Our board is here to support and represent the diverse voices of all students at Ghent University. Get to know our members and learn how they work to enhance your university experience.
Board Members 25-26
Mert Vergote
President
Mert Vergote is an industrial engineering student specializing in elektrotechnics and automation. As the former president of the engineering faculty’s student council (FRiS), he has shown a strong dedication to leadership and student representation. Passionate about internationalisation, Mert thrives in connecting people and ideas across borders. Outside of academics and organizational roles, his interests in history and electronics keep him endlessly curious and inventive.
His duties are:
representing the IK on all levels
presiding the general assemblies
creating the GA agenda
coordinating IK-central and the IK
press responsible
external communication
strategy planner
internationalization expert member of UGent
VKV representative of ENLIGHT
final responsible
Laura Stynen
Vice President
Laura Stynen is a master’s student in Clinical Psychology with a passion for people, stories, and connection — she could talk for hours (and probably will). A devoted reader of everything from fantasy to thrillers, her bookshelf is a full-blown genre party.
As Local Committee President of AIESEC in Gent, she balances leadership and laughter, always ready with a plan — and snacks. And yes, she lives with two golden retrievers who fully run her life (and she’s perfectly fine with that).
Her duties as the vice-president are:
GA reports
Documents
Safeguarding voting rights on the GA
Supporting the president
Database of members
Calendar
IK room
Thomas Struys
Treasurer
Thomas Struys is a bioengineering student specializing in land, water, and climate systems. A passionate researcher, he regularly conducts scientific experiments in his free time. Be warned – once you get him talking about remote sensing technologies, you might be there a while! Beyond academics, he serves as Treasurer for both IAAS Ghent and IAAS Belgium.
His duties are:
Budget IK, IK-Central and events
advice to member associations
Administrative duties
Financial report
Bank account
Insurance
Sponsors
Key Initiatives
Our board actively leads various projects that enhance student engagement. From cultural events to community outreach, we strive to make a positive impact on campus life.
Ongoing Projects
We are committed to improving the student experience through our ongoing projects, which focus on academic support and wellness initiatives tailored for all students.
Future Goals
Looking ahead, our goal is to foster inclusivity and accessibility in all our programs. We value student feedback and aim to continuously evolve to meet the needs of our community.
What Our Students Say
Hear from our students and member associations
Interested in a board position?
Become a vital part of our student community. Get involved with our board to shape initiatives that matter to you. Connect with fellow students, access resources, and help enhance our campus experience. Your voice matters, and together we can make a difference.