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What I do
Hi, I’m Karthik. I am the Student Adviser for English, Greek and Latin, Hebrew and Jewish Studies, and Philosophy 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 reserve your place.
- Term 1: September - December 2024
MEET YOUR CLASSMATES Hosted by your student advisers - VARIOUS SESSIONS (department specific)
Come along to meet Karthik, your Student Adviser, and your new classmates in our friendly, 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 Advisers 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!
Below is a full list of all the sessions I am running, so select your department to book a place on one of your corresponding sessions!
Note: All times are UK time
All sessions will be held online via Microsoft Teams
English - 9th September at 11:00am, & 17th September at 10:00amPhilosophy - 10th September at 11:00am & 16th September at 1:00pm
Greek & Latin - 11th September at 10:00am & 17th September at 1:00pm
Hebrew & Jewish Studies - 11th September at 10:00am & 19th September at 10:00am
Information Studies - 12th September At 12:00PM
- Term 2: January - March 2025
More information coming soon.
- Term 3: April - June 2025
More information coming soon.
Who am I?
- About Karthik
What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?
I started my higher education experience like many as a student. I am an alum of University of Sheffield, a place where I developed by taking up many opportunities beyond my academics. I returned to university life at The University of Melbourne. This gave me a unique perspective of being an international student. Studying my masters in Development Studies opened up my world to new people and new understandings. I continued to make the most of university life by taking up volunteering and other extra curriculum activities. I hold my time at both universities fondly, as it truly provided an environment to explore and develop. Something I want all students at UCL to have.
Professionally, I began my higher education experience with UCL’s Alumni team. I worked for 2 years as an Alumni & Supporter Care Officer. It meant I was able to interact with alumni and students both remotely but also in person during many events. This time really showed the profound impact the time at UCL has on our students.
What do you like most about your work as a Student Adviser?
Being able to guide students as they begin their university life. Seeing students discover and flourish due the opportunities and support we guide them towards is very rewarding. I also really like engaging with students and working to help them understand their new environment and community at UCL.
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
I have flown a plane, driven a combine harvester, an 18-wheeler truck, a speed boat and the biggest chaser bin in the world (ask me what that is if you want a long story).