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Lana is your Student Adviser for UCL East. Scroll down for more information about events and to learn about Lana.
What I do
Hi, I’m Lana. I am the Student Adviser for Postgraduate Students at UCL East and I am here for you as a key point of contact during your studies. I am available to discuss any wellbeing, support, and student experience matters.
Who am I?
- About Lana
What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?
I always knew I wanted to go to university and felt academically and socially prepared, but I was not well-equipped for the transition from school to adulthood and responsibilities. I really enjoyed my studies, joined societies and made a group of great friends, however, I struggled with eating at meal times, remembering to do my laundry, and frequently wrote essays at 1:00 am when I could have easily written them in the day time instead. Things like making a revision timetable came easily to me but the hard part was sticking to it. By the end of my first year, I had figured out how to balance all areas of my life and I started to really appreciate and enjoy the people I was around. I didn't stay friends with a lot of the people I met in the first two weeks of university (which is quite common, I think) but the friends I made in my first year and beyond really did become my friends for life. In one special case, he even became my family when I married him!
What do you like most about your work as a Student Adviser?
I love being able to fill a noticeable gap that was present in my own experience of going to university. Wellbeing was not as highlighted or prioritised in an academic space when I studied, and I celebrate being able to fulfil that role for others now. I only had my personal tutor who was not equipped to help me navigate the wider university services or trained to provide wellbeing support. Students at UCL East won’t have that same experience because we are here as Student Advisers to provide that safe and confidential space to listen and help. I also love the opportunity to talk to so many different people. Every student has such unique stories and perspectives and because of the job I do, I get to hear so many of them everyday!
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
I cannot handle a cup of tea! I think it's the tannins that make me feel sick, even though they are found in coffee too, which I LOVE. As you can imagine, my Irish family consider my refusal of tea an act of treachery towards our culture!
Herbal teas are safe, but you'll never see me settling down with a big mug of Earl Grey, Yorkshire tea or the classic Irish Barry's.
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 hyperlink or the 'Book a space on an event' button to reserve your place.
- Term 1: September - December 2024
Wellbeing Wednesdays
Drop-in sessions. No booking is necessary, simply turn up to either take a wellbeing break with me or ask any questions you have in an informal setting. There are various games, puzzles and art supplies for you to use. Unwind with me for as long as you need with the range of activities. Dates, times and locations are below:
Various sessions.- Term 2: January - March 2025
Exam Season toolkit - relaxation station with lana and Reid Humble, Monday 24th March 2pm- 4pm - 636 Marshgate
Your Student Adviser Lana will be joined by Interfaith Chaplain, Reid Humble for an opportunity to build your own zen garden from 2-3pm, then Reid will lead some silent meditation from 3-4pm. No need to book this session, simply turn up!
Reid will also be present for any conversations regarding faith or belief backgrounds, and he can offer support about anything affecting your time at UCL. If you would like a protected timeslot on a different day, you can book a one-to-one by emailing chaplaincy@ucl.ac.uk or using Reid's booking link.
EXAMS SEASON TOOLKIT - Revision Techniques WORKSHOP, Tuesday 11th March at 10AM-11PM - 418 MARSHGATE
Want to find your signature revision technique? Don't know any helpful ways to revise? Join Lana and Neal, your UCL East campus Student Advisers, while they give a summary of the latest and most effective revision techniques so you can pick your favourites to use.
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT DAY by SSWS X SU - TUESDAY 18TH MARCH at 11AM - 3PM - In SECOND floor BALCONY, MARSHGATE BUILDING
In collaboration with the Students Union UCL, the UCL East Student Advisers will be on hand throughout the day to give out free build-your-own revision kits as well as offering crafting, art supplies and board games at Marshgate. Book to secure your free revision kit, and browse the full range of activities we have on offer. Your Student Adviser is present throughout the day to answer any questions about support and making the most of exam season.
Find more 'Exam Season Toolkit' events on the Student Support and Wellbeing Services webpage.
- Term 3: April - June 2025
More information coming soon.