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What I do
Hi, I’m Taran. I am the Student Adviser for History 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, then click the event hyperlink to reserve your place.
- Term 1: September 25th - December 15th 2023
Your Guide to Thrive - Tea and Talk - 22nd November @ 13:00
A relaxing afternoon where you can grab a tea or coffee, listen to some music, and meet some fellow students as well as your Student Adviser.
- Term 2: January 8th - March 22nd 2024
BEAT THE JANUARY BLUES - SOCIAL AND HISTORICAL SCIENCES SCAVENGER HUNT - 22nd January @ 14:00
This event has taken place.
EXAM SEASON TOOLKIT - RELAX, REST, REVISE, REPEAT - 13TH MARCH, 14:00-16:00 PHINEAS BAR
As part of SSW's Exam Season Toolkit, your SHS Student Advisers present Relax, Rest, Revise, Repeat!
If you've been feeling stressed and in need of a break, unsure with where to start with your revision, or just in the mood for some self-care, then this is the event for you!
From revision tips and tricks, mindfulness chocolate tasting, temporary tattoos, and plenty of arts and crafts, there's something for everyone. We'll have FREE cakes, snacks and drinks, with plenty of space to ask any questions you may have. Let us know you'll be coming by booking using the link above, and head to the Phineas Bar between 2-4pm on Wed 13th March. We can't wait to see you!
- Term 3: April 22nd - June 7th 2024
More information coming soon.
Who am I?
- About Taran
What was your experience of further or higher education like?
I really enjoyed my time at university but also found it challenging at times. I was the first of my family to go to university so didn’t know what to expect. I talked to university staff about issues I was having and this helped a lot with making my experience easier and more enjoyable.
Who or what made the biggest positive impact on you when you were studying? And how did they support you?
I got involved in societies in my first year and the people I found there were an incredible support network for me, I’m still friends with them now! It was great to be part of a community where I could discuss issues that were important to me but also have a source of support from my peers as well.
What working achievements or initiatives are you most proud of?
When I was a student, I was also LGBTQ+ Officer and campaigned for more gender neutral bathrooms on campus and a gender neutral dress code for Graduation. I was really pleased to help more students and staff feel comfortable whilst at the university.
If you could tell your younger self one thing, what would it be?
There are no stupid questions, so don’t be afraid to ask them!
What would it surprise people to know about you?
I used to work at a museum when I was a teenager, and have helped to catalogue letters written by Jane Austen and Lord Byron!