Meet Our Executive Team
GIES represents the graduate students of the Department of Infrastructure Engineering. The society organises regular events, providing social cohesion amongst the graduate student group and opportunities to network with the industry.
All of us are approachable and as your representatives, are always keen to hear from you. Your thoughts, feedback and suggestions regarding any aspect of your involvement with IE are always welcome!
You can keep in touch with us on Facebook and LinkedIn
Reach us at gie-s@unimelb.edu.au
We look forward to seeing you all at future GIES events.
President
Seongyeol Park
seongyeol.park@student.unimelb.edu.au
“The head representative of GIES who liaises with the Infrastructure Engineering Head of Department and represents GIES on all external matters. The president’s principal role is to coordinate the direction of GIES throughout the year.”
Vice President
Abdullah Anwar
abdullah.anwar@student.unimelb.edu.au
“As the Vice President of GIES, I am honored to serve as a liaison with the Graduate Student Association (GSA) and represent the President in his absence. Together, we will strive to enhance our members academic and social experiences, fostering a vibrant community, and advocating for the needs and interests of our graduate students. I look forward to working with all to achieve our goals and make a meaningful impact.”
Secretary
Upeka Gunarathne
gunarathneg@student.unimelb.edu.au
“Hey there! I’m the secretary of GIES. My gig? Keeping the gears turning smoothly for our awesome crew of graduate researchers. From setting up events to making sure everyone’s in the loop, I’ve got your back. Let’s dive into the world of infrastructure together, connect, and make some cool stuff happen!”
Treasurer
Vithushanthini Arulkumar
varulkumar@student.unimelb.edu.au
“Hey, I’m Vithusha, and numbers are my thing. Currently knee-deep in my PhD studies with the Structures group, I’m all about embracing challenges and fostering teamwork. That’s why I’ve taken on the role of Treasurer for GIES this year. I see it as an opportunity to not only manage finances but also to push myself beyond my limits and make a tangible impact on the Infrastructure Engineering community. Here’s to a year of learning, working together, and managing money wisely!”
Media and Communications Officer
Yi Qian
yqqian2@student.unimelb.edu.au
“I am a bubbly, proactive personality with a drive, currently pursuing PhD in Structural Group. As an “Adventurous Scholar”, I’m keen to support communications, engagement, promotions, events, and media management within our vibrant Infrastructural Engineering community. Together, let’s make a year of innovation and growth. Looking forward to interacting with the IE peeps!”
Student Advocacy Officer
Liyuan Jian
liyjiang@student.unimelb.edu.au
“I am an enthusiastic, friendly and responsible PhD student in the infrastructure engineering. I am responsible for liaising with students and assisting them with administrative issues within the department. I am looking forward to contributing to and growing up with the GIES community.”
General Committee Member
Aravind Poshnath
a.poshnath@unimelb.edu.au
“Driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to collaboration, I am Aravind, currently advancing my PhD in Renewable Energy. As a committee member of the Graduate Infrastructure Engineering Society (GIES), I am dedicated to promoting dialogue within the student community and eager to leverage our academic resources. I look forward to making this year a milestone for our society, working closely with my peers to achieve our collective goals.“
General Committee Member
Pramod Dilashan
pranathungaa@student.unimelb.edu.au
“Supporting the GIES committee and contributing to the decision-making, event planning, and student advocacy to serve as a representative of the student body.”