The Committee

This year there is a crew of 10 committee members dedicated to SKUM who are there to ensure that all members can get involved in sharing the joyful experiences and large living that goes hand in hand with SKUM. Expecting over 1,000 members this year, 09/10 is destined to be one of our most amazing, and memorable (or maybe not so memorable..) years to date. So without further a do, allow me to introduce to you.....


President: Kyle Waters

You wanna get involved with SKUM next year, our friendly neighbourhood scouse is the man you need to know. Whether he´s upside down in the air showing the rest of us how freestyle is done, dropping a near-suicidal line down a powder field or boshing the drinks on the dance floor, he´s the boss and he leads from the front! We challenge you to find a beverage he´ll refuse to see off...

Vice President / Holiday: Chris Monkman

Monk was SKUM's president last year and now with 3 years on committee is renowned as a snowsports hero! He is usually found on the dancefloor pulling out some sweet shapes to the crowd, chugging away at a bottle of vodka or checking himself out in the mirror to make sure everything's in place!. He is a sick skier who WILL return to his upside-down antics this year!

Social Sec: SJ Kenyon

SJ should be here Up for all things SKUM, social sec SJ can be found making sure everyone is suitable crunk at our socials. Although her middle name is 'lightweight' this girl loves to party and is a pro when it comes to busting shapes on the dancefloor... But beware, SJ's appearance may fool you, despite the long blonde locks she actually believes she is from the ghetto - so get involved if you want any advice on how to be gangsta'.

Events: Chris Parkman

finding parkman Not only does Parks set up all of SKUM's kick ass socials but he is also pretty damn good looking. (or so he likes to believe anyway!) Parkman enjoys long stolls on the beach and being painted in the nude. He quickly learned that skiing is far easier than snowboarding and has got a pair of balls as big as Britain! He throws himself off any kicker and his first jump ever on skis was a backflip!

Secretary: Alec Swinhoe

spot the swin As SKUM's loyal and trustworthy secretary Swins, using his northern charm, is keeping our sponsors happy whilst picking up the pieces from the rest of the committee. Swinhoe is almost as good on the slopes as he is in the bar and Mr. Secretary will be happy to be a part of any boat race, long arming, or quick fire drinking you can come up with.


Freestyle Captain: Andy Paterson

pat was here Introducing Pat, top 6 and the British University Indoor Freestyle Snowboarding Championships, and the man who will be looking after the freestyle and UK trips aspect of proceedings. Whether it be advice on perfecting your fronside 3's you seek or info on upcoming Sheffield trips, he's your man. This friendly freestyler will often be found making jokes, cruising fallowfield, and mincing the dancefloor like it's still 1999.

Race Team Captain: Josh Younger

y to the ounger Manchester United have a Scotsman in charge of winning silverwear, and so do SKUM. Younger has a minimalist attitude towards turning and is almost as fast at skiing as he is at getting naked during apres-ski. Josh will be at the top of the slope during racing to give tips so come along and ask him.


Merchandise Officer: Keaton Dickinson

keatone was here Chetone's the man who has turned SKUM into a brand and brings you all of the SKUM sweet stash.. Do not be fooled by the baby model's hetrosexuality, he's one of SKUM's finest snowboarders placing podium at national competitions and poses a real threat to other unis... Far from just a pretty face! If he's not s hredding it on the mountain he's representing Uni football.

Treasurer: El Stanger

el was here Miss Stangerino is going to be in charge of SKUM's financial affairs this year, but don't think about this when she's a glorious mess on a night out.. she's great fun yet responsible when it matters. She's very 'in' on the whole ski club / holiday scene and approachable so don't hesitate to trouble her with any problems and quieries.


Communication and Media: Josh O'Cock

where is ikea? Representing the sunny Mediterranean island of Malta and true to his Swedish roots (IKEA) - this lovable character is usually found surrounded by gorgeous ladies with his big cheeky grin, cracking out jokes with his husky voice! Snowboarding excites him as much as beautiful women do and this dude is known to love a good party.


Join our Facebook group at 'The University of Manchester Ski and Snowboard Club' to keep up to date on SKUM life.

As the committee we will do whatever it takes to ensure that your university experience is unique and extremely enjoyable. We are sure you're going to have an amazing time being part of this massive club!! Don't hesitate to get involved, it will probably be the best decision of your life.