GCE Student Board 
Who are we?
The Student Board is a group of students from the Global Change Ecology Master Program elected on an annual basis by the GCE student body.
We are a bridge of communication between students, alumni, lecturers and GCE coordination. This bridge plays a central role during the study program, as it supports students, facilitates information and deals with relevant academic or social issues.
The Student Board participates in official activities from the faculty together with Student Councils of Geosciences.
Which are our tasks?
The Student Board is active in various aspects of the study program. Among others, we are in charge of events, such as:
- Welcome Weekend: get-to-know weekend for the incoming students. Takes place usually at the start of the winter semester.
- Alumni Weekend: informal exchange of current students, lectures, and GCE Alumni.
- Extracurricular workshops, initiatives, forums, together with students from other degrees.
- Organizing fireside chats with external experts.
About GCE Student Board 2026
This year, the Student Board consists of four members: Clara Miranda Urbano, Hannah Stössel, Benedikt Veltmann and Golden Chinwe Okoji.
Clara Miranda Urbano (Clara.Miranda-Urbano@uni-bayreuth.de): Hola! I'm Clara from Spain. I grew up in Madrid, but my love for nature led me to Cádiz, where I studied my Bachelors in Sea and Environmental Sciences. In my master's, I didn't want to focus only on the very scientific side of environmental issues, but also study the interconnections with society, which is why I ended up in GCE. You rarely find me indoors, better look for me in the forest, hiking, camping or just chilling in my hammock with a book. Looking forward to meet you all, and always happy to help!
Hannah Stössel (Hannah.Stoessel@uni-bayreuth.de) : ...
Benedikt Veltmann (Benedikt.Veltmann@uni-bayreuth.de): Hi there, I am Bene! I grew up in Dortmund and studied Environmental Sciences in Lüneburg in the North of Germany before coming to charming Frankonia. Here in Bayreuth, you can find me circling between the Geo-building, Glashaus and Mensa during the day, hanging out at the Hofgarten in the afternoon or working at the Heimathafen at night. I am into sports, music, movies, nightlife, nature, whatever life has to offer. At Uni, I especially enjoy studying natural and political ecology and the global, social-ecological perspective of GCE is what I came to Bayreuth for. Whether you need help at Uni or in Bayreuth, feel like talking to someone or just want to hang out, feel free to reach out : ).
Chinwe Golden Okoji (Chinwe.Okoji@uni-bayreuth.de): My name is Golden and I grew up in Lagos, Nigeria. I studied Agricultural economics and extension in my Bachelors at the University of Uyo, Nigeria. I am currently a GCE Masters student. and I chose to go for it because it creates an entirely different path that I really want to pursue. I serve on the student board and I also enjoy music, movies, food and nature. I intend to make campus life easier for everyone because I understand what it is like to adjust to new systems and challenges. Reach out to me if you ever need support and guidance. I am here for you!
For more information about us & all GCE current students: GCE Students
Contact
We are open and happy to hear from you with ideas, suggestions, or general concerns about living in Bayreuth, the Master Degree, course-specific issues, and creative initiatives to improve YOUR GCE experience!
Questions, concerns and ideas are always welcome at: gce-studentboard@uni-bayreuth.de