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Candidate for the position of International Students Officer - Non EU Place (PT)

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Lisa Poberezhniuk

#AHH: APPRECIATION, HAPPINESS and HARMONY!

Facts about me

  • Psychology undergrad
  • Proud Ukrainian <3
  • Equality & Diversity officer of MUN club
  • Hobbies are hip hop dancing, singing, and art
  • Living away from home allowed me to experience the struggle of settling and moving to a new environment
  • I have a lot of experience in leadership roles and organisation of activities
  • Love talking to different people and learning about different cultures

My goals

  • “How to thrive in the UK as an international student” events to help internationals adjust to the challenges of living in a new country!
  • Bonding social events between home and international students to improve the sense of belonging and learn more about each other!
  • Cultural talks to educate ourselves about uniqueness of everyone’s background!
  • Chill activity nights, such as art evenings, music/karaoke evenings, off-campus activities for HS and other students living off-campus, charity events, wellbeing support for refugees/asylum seekers, free pizza, and a lot more!

Why vote for me?

If you are an international student, who has recently moved to the UK, needs general advice and support, aims to boost confidence, wants to go out and socialise with fellow students of any culture, or just wants to have fun and try out new things – I am exactly the person you need! I am more than happy to hear back from you on any ideas or feedback that you may have to help you make the best of your time in UEA. My priorities are appreciation of all, happiness for all and harmony between all!