Hiya, I’m Seb, and I’m back for round 2! Before taking up the role of President, I studied for a BA in Politics, Philosophy & Economics, and, as you may know, I have served as your Education Officer for the past year. In terms of more personal stuff, I’m a Polish-English Dual National hailing from Tottenham and someone who cares deeply about equal access to education.
As President, I represent your interests not only in the top university bodies but also locally with the council and nationally in places like Parliament. Unlike the other roles, I don’t speak to a specific remit but instead play a role in advocating for all causes related to students!
Find your own way! Probably not the most helpful piece of advice, but that's the only way to do it! Some things will work, others won't. Take your time with it!
It's gotta be the Old Firehouse! I just don't think you can ever go wrong with a slice of pizza and some booze. And they're open late! (Not a #AD promise!)
I won't be the first one to say this, but SOCIETIES! Everything from Dance to Debating, our 250+ societies really are what makes Exeter so great. For me, societies were where I was able to really find my people and grow as a person by discovering new passions as well as building on old ones. No doubt about it, Societies are the way!
It's gotta be friends/community! I think Exeter can be really tough to settle into, and for me, it's the people that helped me find my place!
It's gotta be any day involving football at St James Park! Nothing beats seeing some prime League One football followed by a trip to the pub with your mates. Up the City!
Uni is a marathon, not a sprint! I think it's often so easy for us to think that if we don't do well the first time around, that's us done for, but I think the reality of uni is very different! Uni is really hard, so work at it at your own pace and don't let a set of bad results dissuade you.
I think university is often portrayed by people as the best time of your life, but I find that often overlooks the current reality of being a student. For me, being a student wasn't always sunshine and rainbows, and without the support I received, I very probably wouldn't have finished my degree. So, in running, I wanted to guarantee no student is ever forgotten, regardless of challenge or obstacle.
Definitely reading! After a long, busy day, the best way to finish is with a good read!
