About us

President

Sophia Eberhard Zolle

“Hi:) my name is Sophia Eberhard Zolle, and I’ll be the president for CS Ubuntu the next upcoming year. I am very excited to create some memorable moments with the rest of the board and I can’t wait to show you some of our ideas! I am a third year history student, from Spain and Germany but I’ve grown up moving around a lot in my life, which has led to my interest in international relations and studying different conflicts that have taken place across the world! I will also be the chair of the lecture committee (promise it is more fun than it sounds), so if you’re looking for a good time please join!! I look forward to creating a community and meeting many new people!!”

Contact: president.csubuntu@gmail.com

Secretary

Felix Sender

“Hey, I’m Felix, and I’ll be your CS Ubuntu secretary this year! I’m super excited to meet you all at the events, the boardroom, or over drinks.
Last year, I was a member of the Spotlight Committee, which I will chair this year and organised together with the Debate Committee great events.
A little bit about me: I’m 20, from Germany and study PPE. I like doing a bit of sport and I’m spending a lot of time reading news.
Feel free to reach out if you ever need anything!”

Contact: csubuntu@gmail.com

Treasurer

Maksim Nepogodin

“Hey! I’m Maksim, a PPE student from Lithuania, and I’m really excited to be the new Treasurer. I’ll be making sure our finances stay clear, smooth, and sustainable — so everything behind the scenes runs as it should.
I’ll also be chairing the Trip Committee, and I’m looking forward to planning a trip that’s both fun and meaningful — something we’ll all learn from and remember.
My interests are still taking shape, but conflict studies brings together the things I care most about: politics, history, and culture. What I love about CS Ubuntu is the sense of community — not just sharing knowledge, but building real connections. In a world that can feel disconnected, that kind of space really matters.”

Contact: treasurer.csubuntu@gmail.com

Internal Communications Officer

Sarah Jalal

“Hi my name is Sarah and I’ll be the Internal Affairs Officer for the year! I’m French, German, and Moroccan, and now in my second year of PPE here in Utrecht.
Growing up internationally has nurtured a natural interest for international relations and organizations, specifically how conflict resolution is approached.
This role has come in a rather unexpected manner, but I’m really excited for it! I’m responsible for ensuring communication between members runs smoothly as well as the promotion of the association and all its activities. I’m also in charge of the Activities Committee! Feel free to reach out whenever :)”

Contact: internalaffairs.csubuntu@gmail.com

External Communications Officer

Jochem Marechal

“I’m Jochem, 21 years old, I was born and raised in the most beautiful village of the Netherlands; Mierlo. I’m a fourth year History student with a minor in Conflict Studies and Arabic. I’ll be the officer of external affairs and I’ll be in charge of the debate committee this year! Additionally, I’ll be keeping the website up to date.

My main academic interests are the Middle East, genocides, and the role religious and historical narratives can play in a conflict.”

Contact: externalaffairs.csubuntu@gmail.com