My name is Gemma and I am this years Societies and Employability officer! My 3 years at uni have been busy balancing my degree in English and Drama which I have really enjoyed, with my extra-curricular interests through societies, in performing, being active and playing music.
As your officer I look forward to getting to know students and committee members and to be a friendly face you can come and have a chat with.
The Quay. TS1 Thornlea.
Societies! I’ve made so many friends, grown as a person, had opportunities and learned a lot, whilst having fun! I’ve been on two committees as Welfare and President where I worked on my leadership, organisational and people skills, whilst having a hand in running my societies. My favourite memory from a society is attending Christmas Balls either as a member or getting to play music at them!
Make revising fun/creative and/or break coursework down and set yourself little deadlines in the lead up to the main one!
My friends.
On a uni day, a practical drama class, working on my creative writing modules and going to watch a show in the evening. On the weekend, having a coffee in town and popping into charity shops and spending the evening at the Quay or in the Old Firehouse.
When one door closes, a window opens. Just because it wasn’t meant to be, doesn’t mean you should stop trying - there are always more opportunities if you give it time, they may surprise you! Be hopeful.
Some of my favourite experiences from uni have been through the societies I took part in. I met my friends who had similar passions to me and spent hours doing things that I loved, they always gave me something to look forward to during the week. I thought this role was a great opportunity to support students in Societies and create opportunity with employability here in Exeter, and meet some lovely people along the way.
In my spare time, I enjoy performing and singing in a group, playing my clarinet in band, swimming, creative writing, watching a good show, doing arts and crafts, reading a good book, going on a day trip/nature walk and spending time with my friends and family.
