Meet the Team

Jessica was appointed General Manager of TU Dublin Students Union (SU) in February of 2024. 

Her core role is to support the work of the President and Officers in the achievement of their constitutional objectives, lead on the development and implementation of the Board’s strategic plan, in line with best practice and good corporate governance, and manage the staff and resources of the Union to ensure effective service delivery to students and collaborates closely with senior management in the University on various student initiatives. 

Prior to her role in TU Dublin Students Union (SU), Jessica worked in number of NGO's in both management and senior management positions in the Homeless, and Older Persons sector.

Jason has served as the Events, Marketing, and Communications Lead for TU Dublin Students’ Union since 2018. With over a decade of professional experience in the third-level education sector, he plays a pivotal strategic role in overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of both on-campus and off-site events, managing all marketing activities and bookings, and directing the organisation’s internal and external communications. He provides comprehensive reporting and strategic insights directly to the General Manager.

In addition to these core functions, Jason is responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of existing student services while proactively identifying, evaluating, and developing potential new service offerings to enhance the student experience. He provides essential support to the Events and Engagement Officer and works closely with the Students’ Union President to ensure alignment with the Union’s communication priorities and organisational objectives.

Before joining TU Dublin Students’ Union, Jason served for four years as Students’ Union President at the Institute of Technology Blanchardstown. He subsequently transitioned to the corporate sector, taking on a role with eBay where he further developed his professional and organisational skill set.

Jason holds a BA in Business Management from TU Dublin.

Caroline Fabry was appointed Operations and Finance Lead in the TU Dublin SU since 2021. Her role includes supporting the board of directors of the TU Dublin SU CLG for all their meetings, committees, and subcommittees. Her role is multifaced and also includes HR support to both operational staff and elected sabbatical officers. 

Before joining the Students Union, Caroline worked for a non-profit in the homelessness sector as project manager and in an international NGO in fundraising. She holds a master’s degree in Political Sciences. 

John joined TUDSU as our Academic Affairs & Representation Lead in February 2025. He is a key contributor in enhancing the academic environment at TU Dublin by representing student needs. His instrumental role drives educational quality and stimulates student involvement, resulting in a more fulfilling experience for all individuals. 

Before joining TUDSU, John was heavily involved in the English Language sector and managed English Language schools. John possesses a Master’s in Applied Linguistics which significantly aids the Union to grammatically and pragmatically get their communication across in a manner that is inclusive and represents all students’ backgrounds and voices.

Gillian joined TU Dublin SU in August 2024, working first as the Grangegorman Student Advisor before becoming the Welfare, Equality, and Advice Lead in December 2025.

Her main roles include the effective delivery of welfare, equality, and advice services for students, leading the student advisor team, and supporting the elected officials with policy initiatives and campaigns.

Gillian holds a BA in Contemporary Culture and Society from DCU and has spent many years working in the charities sector for helplines and providing training on various topics, including LGBTQIA+ Awareness, Self Care, and Sexual Health.

John joined the TU Dublin Students Union (SU) team as the Events & Services Executive in 2023. John's role supports the running of key commercial services of the Union through our TUDSU+ service across our 5 different locations. If you need Leapcards, class hoodies, branded sweaters, merch or some just some craic John is your man! Alongside the elected officers John also aides in the rolling out of our hectic events schedule. 

Previously John has managed projects, operations, marketing and events for numerous organisations in the Higher Education sector. In his spare time John nourishes his passion for content creation and photography.

Lisa Kuzmina joined the TU Dublin Students Union (SU) in 2024 as Finance Executive. Her main role is to contribute to the financial management of the Students’ Union ensuring that key stakeholders are aware of and comply with their financial responsibilities and the finance procedures and controls in place. 

Her main responsibilities relate to maintaining and preparing monthly financial management reports and annual accounts to provide the Operations and Finance Lead, the General Manager, the Board and the team of full-time Officers with timely and accurate financial information to enable the achievement of agreed budgets and ensure that well informed decisions are taken where there are specific financial implications. 

Lisa is a graduate of Dundalk Institute of Technology and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance. She has over 15 years of experience and prior to joining the Students' Union, she held finance positions in a variety of sectors, including working as a senior auditor in several accounting firms and as a senior accountant in a number of US multinational companies.

Louise joined TU Dublin SU as a Student Advisor for Aungier Street Campus in November 2025.

Louise is responsible for providing students with front-line information and advice, in-person and via email/TUDSU social media, covering Education and Welfare matters. She ensures that advice is accurate and in compliance with TU Dublin SU CLG policies and procedures. Louise also oversees the administration of the Class Rep system and local democracy (including elections) on the Aungier Street Campus.

Before joining TU Dublin SU, Louise advocated for students at her university as a Welfare Officer and worked with international summer schools. She has an interest in all aspects of student welfare and student politics, as well as experience in providing training and support for issues that affect students today. Louise also holds a BA in English Literature from Durham University.

Trish Cullen has been a Student Advisor of TU Dublin SU CLG, (previously Dublin Institute of Technology SU CLG) since 2012. 

Trish is responsible for front-line information and advice service in Education & Welfare for students on campus. Trish is responsible for the provision of accurate and appropriate advice and information to students in relation to welfare and education matters, in line with TU Dublin SU CLG policies and practice in terms of confidentiality, boundaries, record-keeping and excellent customer service. 

Trish is also responsible for the administration of the Class Rep system and local democracy (including elections) on the Bolton Street Campus. 

Molly began working as a Student Advisor for the Grangegorman Campus in December 2025.

Molly is responsible for providing students with front line information and advice in relation to education and welfare matters, ensuring advice is appropriate, confidential and complies with TU Dublin SU CLG policies and procedures. Molly also supervises the administration of the Class Rep system and local democracy (including elections) on the Grangegorman campus.

Prior to joining TU Dublin SU, Molly worked in student facing welfare roles in both international summer schools and universities. She also has a background in the not-for-profit sector, volunteering with LGBTQ+ and migrant communities. Additionally, Molly holds as BA in Middle Eastern and European Languages and Cultures from Trinity College Dublin. 

Barbara Murray has been a Student Advisor of TU Dublin SU CLG, since March 2024. Before joining the Students' Union, Barbara worked for South Dublin County Council as well as many educational institutes. 

Barbara is responsible for front-line information and providing an advice service for students on Tallaght campus. Barbara is responsible for the provision of accurate and appropriate advice and information to students in relation to welfare and education matters, in line with TU Dublin SU CLG policies and practice in terms of confidentiality, boundaries, record-keeping and excellent customer service. 

Barbara is also responsible for the administration of the Class Rep system and local democracy (including elections) on the Tallaght Campus. 

Darragh began working as a Student Advisor for the Blanchardstown Campus in 2023. 

Darragh is responsible for providing the students on Campus with front line information and advice. In line with TU Dublin SU CLG policies and procedures, Darragh will deal with any queries student may have regarding Education and Welfare matters on campus. 

Previous to joining TU Dublin SU, Darragh was employed as a Societies & Student Volunteering Development Intern on the Blanchardstown Campus. Darragh also holds a BA in Sports Management & Coaching from TU Dublin and is responsible for the administration of the Class Rep system and local democracy (including elections) on the Blanchardstown Campus.