Student Living Officer

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‍Tell us a bit about yourself, your role and your time at Exeter‍

I’ve just finished my Psychology degree, and now I’m thrilled to be taking on the role of Student Living Officer. While I was at Uni, I was President of the Feminist Society and Press and Publicity officer for Exeter Model United Nations.

As Student Living Officer, I’ll be getting stuck in in plenty of different places, working on a bunch of different projects and talking to students on things like housing, cost of living, and safety, so feel free to get in touch with the things that matter to you!

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Favourite spot in Exeter (or on campus)

I love sitting on the benches near Reed Hall when it’s sunny!

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If you could recommend one thing the Students’ Guild offers for students to get involved in, what would it be?

I may be a bit biased, but take advantage of cost-of-living initiatives! Things like Give it a Go and Exam Season Breakfasts are great examples of how we’re helping students to make the most of uni in a time where everything is expensive, so stay tuned for info about these initiatives across the year...

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Top study tip?

Find out what works for you. Don’t force yourself to wake up early if you work better in the evenings, don’t work with your friends if you struggle to focus, and don’t try and work in hours-long sessions if you find short bursts to be more productive! Everyone learns differently and that’s okay.

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What’s one thing at uni you couldn’t live without?

I definitely couldn’t live without my home comforts. I’m a massive homebody and love to surround myself with all my favourite cosy things, it really helps me to relax.

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What’s your perfect day in Exeter?

Having a nice lie in, meeting up with friends to hang out outside when it’s sunny, a picnic at the Cathedral Green and a pint in a pub garden to round out an evening!

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What’s one piece of advice you would give to students?

It’s okay not to meet all your best friends straight away. I say this so often, but finding your people can take time. Try not to be discouraged and keep putting yourself out there, the right people will come along.

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Why did you decide to campaign to be an officer?

I really wanted to help make the university experience better for students, and I want to avoid students for years to come struggling with the same things I did!

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What do you like to do in your spare time?

I love to spend as much time as I can with friends. I’m someone who thrives off sharing experiences with others and taking the time to connect and get to know people. That said, I do also love a movie night, getting cosy with snacks and relaxing for an evening.