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Karthik Sundaram

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Student Adviser Karthik Sundaram

What I do

Hi, I’m Karthik. I am the Student Adviser for English, Greek and Latin, Hebrew and Jewish Studies, Philosophy and Information Studies 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.

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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
your guide to thrive WELLBEING AND GAMES AFTERNOON - Tuesday 15th October, 12-2pm (Location - SSEES Common Room,  SSEES Building, 4th Floor, 16 Taviton Street, London WC1H 0BW)

Feeling a little overwhelmed with the newness of university life? Want some tips on how to settle in? Take a break and come make new friends over a board game or puzzle!
Pop along to our Arts & Humanities Student Adviser wellbeing afternoon, no need to book. We will be on hand to answer any questions and there will be plenty of free tea/coffee pastries for you to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you!

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).