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What I do
Hi, I’m Akua. I am the Student Adviser for Physics and Astronomy 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 the Student Support and Wellbeing team, I 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.
- Term 1: September 25th - December 15th 2023
guide to thrive - Year 1 Coffee Social - 22 November at 15:00
Informal chance for 1st year students to get together over tea, coffee and biscuits. At this event we will also have a brief talk from the Women in Physics group coordinator, Fern Pannell. Fern will talk about the Women in Physics group and about her experience as a student in the department. This event will take place in E7 of the Physics department building.
- Term 2: January 8th - March 22nd 2024
BEAT THE JANUARY BLUES - HUMAN BINGO SOCIAL - 24TH JANUARY @ 14:00
Come along to our in person social event and get to know fellow students from across the MAPS Faculty.
We will be running a human bingo where you have the chance to meet and get to know your fellow students by seeing what you have in common! We will provide snacks and refreshments and give you the resources on the day. There will also be prizes!
You can join us in the Institute of Education Building, room 102 - Drama Studio, at 2-3pm on 24/01/2024. We hope to see as many of you there as possible so we can all beat the winter blues together and have some fun!
Exam Season Toolkit - Wellbeing Corner and Plant Shop - 13th March from 14:30-16:00
Come down to our free plant shop this March and take a well-deserved break from your revision! We will be giving away free plants to students in the MAPS faculty (one per student and first come first served), to brighten up your rooms, help reduce stress, and have a positive impact on your mental health over the exam season. You will be able to socialise with your fellow students and unwind over a chat about plants!
You can join us in the Institute of Education Building, room 102 - Drama Studio. All the Student Advisers within the faculty will be present to have an informal chat about anything exam related, or anything else you would like to discuss.- Term 3: April 22nd - June 7th 2024
More information coming soon.
Who am I?
- About Akua
What was your experience of higher education like?
I completed my postgraduate degree in the UK, having completed my first in my home country. At the start of my course, I experienced isolation caused by leaving home for the first time. However, with support from the university and by actively engaging in social events it helped me overcome feelings of isolation and led to the formation of meaningful connections and friendships that have endured over the years, including one that led to marriage. This added a beautiful dimension to my experience and it’s a testament to the impact of a supportive community and positive outcomes that can result from being open to new experiences.
What do you like the most about your work as a Student Adviser?
I particularly enjoy having one-to-one meetings with students and I prioritise building a supportive and confidential environment for them. This approach encourages positive and trusting relationship, making students feel comfortable sharing their feelings, concerns, and experiences thereby being able to offer support and/or signpost them to the appropriate services. I also take absolute delight organising study skills workshops and wellbeing events for students. I find that these activities have a positive impact on students' well-being, helping them manage stress, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and develop important life skills.
What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?
My friends refer to me as "Mary Poppins" because I carry an umbrella with me where ever I go, no matter the weather!