"How do I manage sports alongside academics?"
Last year I was asked, by somebody applying to the same Neuroscience PhD programme that I am on, whether they would be able to keep up training for and playing sports once they started the PhD, or whether they would have to give it all up. Happily, I could reassure them that, while it can be difficult to train for a high-level sport alongside academic studies, it is far from impossible.
Spotlight on: BME Women's Rep
Community Change is the part of the Students' Union that works with Student Leaders to make positive changes here at UCL and beyond. Our work ranges from campaigns, policy-change, events, resource creation and more. In our 'Spotlight On' series, you will get to know some of your Student Leaders and learn about the great work they are doing. First up is our BME Women's Rep, Joelle!
Special Circumstances for Exams
We know how stressful it can be, especially if there are mitigating factors that will impact on your performance. Our Advice Service is here to support you through your exams and assessments - they’ve put together some information that may come in handy over the coming term.
It's hard not to be happy here!
It might be dark outside, but the basement of Roseberry Avenue is filled with laughter and bright sounds. The children here are blissfully occupied with the act of creating things. Colleen, the lovely and energetic woman who brings everything together, is teaching them pottery.
50by2020: make UCL 50% Vegan by 2020
In 2019, Discussions about sustainability and the future of the human species seem more important than ever. On this topic you are never far from a discussion on veganism and plant-based diets. Whether you are taking part in Veganuary or want to know more about Vegansim, the Vegan & Vegetarian Society is a great place to start!
Eco-Hiking and Beach Cleaning
On a damp, cold morning in early December, 18 hikers assembled and embarked on a long train ride to Hastings. Apart from observing the comings and goings of the seaside town, with amusing stores including the Cod Father (which I can only assume sells fish and chips!), the hikers arrived at Hastings Beach.
UCL students make a BIG difference and here’s how…
Last year, over 2200 UCL students took time out from their studies to volunteer on projects across London. Each and every one of them made a difference to other people - add it all together and it’s clear that our volunteers are making a big impact. Collectively, they put in 62400 hours – that’s the equivalent of one person volunteering full time for over 32 years!
Raising Mental Health Awareness
At the end of November, UCL Men's Football Club suffered a devastating loss with a member of the club sadly taking his own life. His passing bought home the reality of how important the issue of mental health is, which is why the club is making it their absolute priority to tackle this growing problem and honour his passing in the best way they can.
Meet your Mature and Part-Time Students' Officer
We talked to Sadiya Khanom, your Mature and Part-Time Students’ Officer for 2019 - 2020. She would love to get to know all the students that she is representing, so come along to her walk in talk sessions or her coffee mornings. Here's a bit more about herself.