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Gina is your Student Adviser for the Faculty of Brain Sciences. Scroll down for more information about events and to learn about your Student Advisers.

What I do

Hi, I’m Gina. I am the Student Adviser for the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences (PALS), Ear Institute and Institute of Neurology 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.

Who am I?

About Gina

What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?

My experience of university was mixed. While it was some of the best years of my life, it was also much harder than I anticipated. Academically the ways of working were very different from school, which took me a while to get to grips with, but the topics I studied were much more interesting to me, and I really enjoyed seminar discussions.

I struggled with my mental health for the first time, but thanks to the support available at my university, I was able to grow as a person and felt much stronger by the end of the experience. I love living independently, and my housemates were grateful I knew how to cook a few good meals (thanks Mum!).

What do you like most about your work as a Student Adviser?

I love Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê’s proactive approach to wellbeing, I was never someone who liked reaching out for help so knowing that I check in on every student and give them the opportunity to access support if needed feels meaningful. I also enjoy being part of students’ journey through Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê, especially when they share good news with me!

What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?

My Spotify most-played song of the year was from Disney's Encanto. While I would like to partially blame my young niblings for this, I must admit it is a brilliant soundtrack!

Events

Working within Student Support and Wellbeing Services, we 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 'Book a space on an event' button to reserve your place.  

Term 1: September - December 2024

Your Guide to Thrive -ÌýWednesday 16th October 2024 -ÌýTime: 3.30pm - 4.30pm 

For students studying Psychology, Linguistics, Psychology and Language Sciences, Audiology and Human Neuroscience.

Feeling like you’re still finding your feet at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê? No worries – we’ve got you! Join us for this session where we help you create Your Guide to Thrive.  

Top tips: We will be sharing all the best advice on how to ace student life. Think study skills, money management, work life balance, self-care and extra support.
³§´Ç³¦¾±²¹±ô¾±²õ±ð:Ìý This is a chance to meet your fellow FBS students, make new friends, and share ideas with each other. 
²Ï³Ü±ð²õ³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý Gina will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about how things work at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê.
Free goodies: Because nothing says thrive (or helps the student budget) like some freebies. There will be a chance to win some student essentials and take some seeds home with you, because plants are proven to be good for our wellbeing! So, you can both thrive together.

Please book your space on this event

Term 2: January - March 2025

More information coming soon.

Term 3: April - June 2025

More information coming soon.