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Meet the Team: University Hall RLAs
Your Uni Hall RLAs live on site with you and will be running events for you throughout the year. Meet them below!
Name: Filva
Hometown: Cardiff
Course: Nursing
Project Group: Student Voice
Hobbies: Playing basketball.
Describe yourself in three words: Gentle, caring and passionate.
Message to the students in your Residence: This university is full of opportunities, take advantage of it and enjoy.
Name: Muwi
Hometown: Milton Keynes
Course: Medicine
Project Group: Wellbeing
Hobbies: Reading, hikes, Korean dramas, food, travelling to new cultures.
Describe yourself in three words: Peaceful, old soul, easy-going.
Message to the students in your Residence: While moving to university and settling in, it can be both exciting and daunting. I hope to meet some of you and help smooth the transition and create friendships along the way. As part of the Res Life team I'd want to particularly be there for those struggling in balancing uni life or with mental health.
Name: Sarim
Hometown: Islamabad
Course: Bar Training Course
Project Group: Social Change
Hobbies: Reading, poetry, cooking and tennis.
Describe yourself in three words: Mind over matter.
Message to the students in your Residence: Hola amigos, welcome and congratulations on embarking upon a new journey and entering a new chapter in life, there will be some minor bumps along the way, as life is a game of ups and downs. Don't you worry, we've got your back, any problems or advice we are here for you making sure your transition into life at university is as smooth as possible. In short we'll act as seat belts for your vehicle of life on this new journey along the road called Uni life!
Name: Zoha
Hometown: United Arab Emirates
Course: Optometry
Project Group: Wellbeing
Hobbies: Sports, event management, public speaking.
Describe yourself in three words: Passionate, adventurous and optimistic.
Message to the students in your Residence: You'll never have the hour, the minute, the second you are in ever again, live it to your best! So that one day when you look back at your present self, all you can say is "Damn .. she did good!"
Name: Sean
Hometown: Aylesbury
Course: PhD Ancient History
Project Group: Halls Association
Hobbies: Tennis, gaming, walking/exercise and reading.
Describe yourself in three words: Dedicated, easy-going and thoughtful.
Message to the students in your Residence: University is going to have lows and highs, however, all these moments will help shape the future you and will allow you to find your feet and realise that you are stronger than you think. University is an experience and journey... only you can find the right path, but you will always have people (like us!) to help you through it. You are going to smash it! Enjoy!
Name: Neelofar
Hometown: Peterborough
Course: Medicine
Project Group: Wellbeing
Hobbies: Painting, dancing and board games.
Describe yourself in three words: Bubbly, outgoing and motivated.
Message to the students in your Residence: University is going to teach you a lot about yourselves, so just take all the positives and negatives and embrace all the learning experiences you get. Take every opportunity to meet new people, try new things and follow your dreams!
Name: Faizan
Hometown: Pakistan
Course: MSc Finance
Project Group: Cultural Holidays
Hobbies: Football, hiking & stock market investing.
Describe yourself in three words: Social-maven, trailblazer and vibrant.
Message to the students in your Residence: Hello amazing people! I'm excited to be your go-to person for all things fun and support. Need advice, a friendly chat, or planning cool events? I've got your back. Let's create awesome memories and make this place feel like home!
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