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Adella and Lana are your Student Advisers for UCL East. Scroll down for more information about events and to learn about them.
What I do
Hi, I’m Adella. I am one of the two Student Advisers for 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 Adella
What was your experience of further or higher education like?
I had a love-hate relationship with higher education. I always struggled in the classroom but wanted to push myself, so I decided to go to university. I was happy I took the leap as I was given great opportunities, met some fantastic people along the way and life-long friends. The downside is that I did struggle with the academic side and although I had a fantastic academic team teaching me, I wish I had known of any support services available to enhance my experience.
I have been working in higher education since I was 16 and have to say that I love the community that universities have. I have connected with so many people of all ages and backgrounds and again, gained so many opportunities.
Who or what made the biggest positive impact on you when you were studying? And how did they support you?
When I was studying, my programme leader was a great listener, teacher and fantastic source of encouragement. They noticed and got to know each student and made sure everyone was involved and always gave open praise when necessary.
What working achievements or initiatives are you most proud of?
I am proud of recently winning a UCL Professional Services award for my work in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) with a key focus on racial equality.
If you could tell your younger self one thing, what would it be?
I would tell my younger self that everyone has their own path to follow and we all do things our own way. You don't need to succeed at everything; this is not failure, it's just a stepping stone to where you can go next. Continue to be kind and thoughtful but make sure you look after yourself; if you need to prioritise yourself, that's ok.
What would it surprise people to know about you?
It would surprise people to know that I love D.I.Y. I made a cocktail bar and beds out of wooden pallets. Also, I am a qualified nail and lash technician.
What I do
Hi, I’m Lana. I am one of the two Student Advisers for 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 or 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 1:00am 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 first year and beyond really did become my friends for life. In one special case, he even became my family when I married him!
Who or what made the biggest positive impact on you when you were studying? And how did they support you?
My personal tutor was one of the kindest and most supportive people during my time at university. His greatest strength was in his undersanding and acceptance of whatever concern I brought to him. He was always available to listen when I had problems, to help me work through motivation or personal issues, and he was one of my favourite lecturers.
What working achievements or initiatives are you most proud of?
My proudest moments are my initiatives that happen from day to day. I am proud of having the capability to lighten someone's load when they need it. In my last role, I was approached to be the Wellbeing Champion for our entire department just after starting my job. This was a real achievement for me because it meant my positive intentions had been noticed and appreciated straight-away.
If you could tell your younger self one thing, what would it be?
It's okay to make mistakes, to mess up (several times in a row)! Taking risks and trying new things is how you improve and it is how big, amazing ideas are born. Don't worry about doing things perfectly; life is just as much about enjoying the experience, especially when you're learning.
What would it surprise people to know about you?
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 the Student Support and Wellbeing team, 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 25th - December 15th 2023
MANAGING WORKLOAD - TUESDAY 12 DECEMBER - 13:00-14:00 IN MARSHGATE, ROOM 444
It’s really important that we look after ourselves and use different techniques to manage our workloads. We will discuss ideas on best practice for managing your workload. The session will be interactive and you will hopefully leave the session with new tools to help you excel.
- Term 2: January 8th - March 22nd 2024
BEAT THE JANUARY BLUES: MONDAY 22ND - WEDNESDAY 31ST JANUARY 2024
Organised by SSW, this is a series of events to boost your mood and help you forget about the winter weather. Book your spot on the below activities organised by your UCL East Student Advisers and visit the UCL East Beat the January Blues page for more events and activities.
DISCOVER WHAT'S ON IN AND AROUND THE UCL CAMPUS - TUESDAY 23 JANUARY - 13:00-14:00 IN MARSHGATE, ROOM 511
Hosted by your UCL East Student Advisers and featuring: the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park team and the Students’ Union UCL. A talk to tell you about the various activities and opportunities in and around the UCL East Campus; volunteering, trending places to visit, the Students' Union UCL Term 2 calendar and more.
MASTERING MOTIVATION - THURSDAY 25 JANUARY - 13:00-14:00 IN MARSHGATE, ROOM 637
A workshop to discuss the different types of motivation, how to improve low motivation, how to overcome barriers when faced with a lack of motivation and much more. You can follow this session by signing up to the next Growth vs Fixed Mindset Workshop.
IMPOSTER SYNDROME WORKSHOP - TUESDAY 30 JANUARY - 13:00-14:00 IN MARSHGATE, ROOM 444
We will provide you with tips on how to overcome barriers to succeed. The session will be interactive and you will hopefully leave the session with new tools to help you excel.
GROWTH VS FIXED MINDSET WORKSHOP - WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY - 13:00-14:00 IN MARSHGATE, ROOM 303
A workshop with focus on adapting to change, challenges and failures by making changes in your attitude and how you process your thoughts and feelings.
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - March, april and May 2024
As you enter Term 3, SSW is offering a range of events and activities to help you get ready, get set, and go forth to succeed in your assessments. Be sure to book your spot at these events and activities happening at Bloomsbury, online and UCL East!
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - Exam & Support Assessment Fair, Wednesday 13 March, 13:00-15:00, Marshgate Level 2
Pop by our stand where your UCL East Campus Student Advisers will be providing exam & assessment support. We will also have a range of goodies to make your own revision packs and water bottles; limited availability, so make sure you don't miss out.
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - Find your Revision Technique Workshop, Thursday 14 March, 12:00-13:00, MARSHGATE Room 512
Want to find your signature revision technique? Don't know any helpful ways to revise? Join Lana, one of your UCL East campus Student Advisers,who will give a summary of the latest and most effective revision techniques so you can pick your favourites to use.
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - Create your own revision tools : A hands-on Workshop, Tuesday 19 March, 13:00-15:00, MARSHGATE ROOM 443
A space for you to learn about and create your own visual revision tools. Adella, one of your UCL East Campus Student Advisers will be providing you with resources to create your own revision pack, supporting you with time-management planning and creating revision schedules.
- Term 3: April 22nd - June 7th 2024
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - March, april and May 2024
As you enter Term 3, SSW is offering a range of events and activities to help you get ready, get set, and go forth to succeed in your assessments. Be sure to book your spot at these events and activities happening at Bloomsbury, online and UCL East!
Revision and Exam Support Drop-In - Various dates in april and May 2024
These sessions are a place for you to have a brief chat with one of your Student Advisers about your wellbeing, how you are coping with the assessments and what support we can provide to you during this busy period. Sessions are running once a week until the end of May. Visit the dedicated page for dates, times and Zoom links.
Wellbeing Wednesdays - wednesday 1 May, 15 May and 29 May, 13:00-15:00, Marshgate Level 2
Take a wellbeing break with us! We have various games, puzzles and art supplies for you to use. Unwind with us for as long as you need with our range of activities. We will also be able to answer quick enquiries, as well as signposting you to support you may need. No booking neccessary, just turn up!