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What I do
Hi, I’m Akua. I am the Student Adviser for Physics and Astronomy and I am here for you as a key point of contact during the first year of your undergraduate studies. I am available to discuss any wellbeing, support, and student experience matters.
Events
Working within Student Support and Wellbeing Services, we will be hosting a range of events and activities during term time to support your Social bonding, Skills for life, and Wellbeing at university. Explore the workshops and activities you can join throughout the academic year listed below, then click the 'Book a space on an event' button to reserve your place.
- Term 1: September - December 2024
Meet your Classmates Hosted by Your Student Adviser:
Thursday 12th September 2024 at 10:00 (UK TIME) - ONLINE
Monday 16th September 2024 at 11:00 (UK TIME) - ONLINE
Come along to meet Akua, your Student Adviser and your new classmates in our friendly, ice-breaker session!
Find out a little bit more about your Student Adviser, how we can best support you during your first year at university, and the exciting events we'll have on throughout the year.
After your Student Adviser has had the chance to say hello, you'll also have an opportunity to meet your new classmates. We appreciate starting university can be a nerve-wracking time, so there will be some activities and games to get you all socialising, so you can start the term off already knowing a few friendly faces!
This event is completely free, and a great way to ease your nerves and meet some new faces before you start your course.
We can't wait to see you there!
Book your place here. (Please select the one date that is most convenient for you.)
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Your guide to thrive - Student Social EVENT - Wednesday 23rd October, 2-4pm.
Come and meet more of your year group at our friendly 'Biscuits and Boardgames' social, run by your helpful MAPS Student Advisers. The event is on Wednesday 23rd October, 2-4pm, in rooms SB1 and SB2, 188 Tottenham Court Road.
No need to sign up: this event is free to attend so just come along and have a go at one of our boardgames. Maybe make some new friends and have the chance to chat to your Student Adviser. If you have your favourites, please feel free to bring a boardgame or two!
Looking forward to seeing you there!
- Term 2: January - March 2025
More information coming soon.
- Term 3: April - June 2025
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Who am I?
- About Akua
What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?
I completed my postgraduate degree in the UK, having completed my first in my home country. At the start of my course, I experienced isolation caused by leaving home for the first time. However, with support from the university and by actively engaging in social events, it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and led to the formation of meaningful connections and friendships that have endured over the years, including one that led to marriage. This added a beautiful dimension to my experience and it’s a testament to the impact of a supportive community and the positive outcomes that can result from being open to new experiences.
What do you like the most about your work as a Student Adviser?
I particularly enjoy having one-to-one meetings with students and I prioritise building a supportive and confidential environment for them. This approach encourages positive and trusting relationships, making students feel comfortable sharing their feelings, concerns, and experiences thereby being able to offer support and/or signpost them to the appropriate services. I also take absolute delight in organising study skills workshops and wellbeing events for students. I find that these activities have a positive impact on students' well-being, helping them manage stress, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and develop important life skills.
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
My friends refer to me as "Mary Poppins" because I carry an umbrella with me whereever I go, no matter the weather!