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What I do
Hi, I'm Alison. I am the Student Adviser for the School of Slavonic and East European Studies (SSEES) 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 event hyperlink to book your place.
- Term 1: September - December 2024
MEET YOUR CLASSMATES Hosted by your student adviser - Thursday 12th September at 2:00pm, and Monday 16th September at 10:00am
Come along to meet Alison, your Student Adviser, and your new classmates in our friendly, online ice-breaker session!
Find out a little bit more about your Student Advisers, how we can best support you during your time at university, and the exciting events we'll have on throughout the year.
After your Student Adviser have 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!
Note: All times are UK time
All sessions will be held online via Microsoft Teams
- Term 2: January - March 2025
More information coming soon.
- Term 3: April - June 2025
More information coming soon.
Who am I?
- About Alison
Who or what made the biggest positive effect on you when you were studying? And how did they support you?
My parents had the biggest impact, particularly my dad he was a great role model and very supportive. He always had a positive outlook and although he gave critical feedback there was plenty of encouragement, especially at sporting events.
What do you like most about your work as a Student Adviser?
It gives me great satisfaction to see how my work as a Student Adviser helps so many students face challenging situations by building a relationship with them at the beginning of their University journey, and making them feel welcome and engaged.
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
I’m a bit of a fitness fanatic and like to try out new sports (I love a challenge). I am working my way through Circus School, have learnt the Hoop and Aerial Silks and just have the Trapeze to attempt.
I also competed in my first National Fitness Games in September at Loughborough University, representing WomensHealth Magazine.