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Scroll down for more information about events and to learn about me.

What I do

Hi, I’m Kristina. I am the Student Adviser (Postgraduate) for The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment and IÌýam here for you as a key point of contact. I am available to discuss any wellbeing, support, and student experience matters.Ìý

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Events

Working within Student Support and WellbeingÌýServices, weÌýwill be hosting a range of events and activitiesÌýduring term timeÌýto support your Social bonding, Skills for life, and Wellbeing at university. Explore the workshops and activities you can joinÌýthroughout the academic yearÌýlisted below, then click the event hyperlink to book your place.

Term 1: SeptemberÌý- DecemberÌý2024

ONLINE Meet your Classmates, Hosted by Your Student Adviser

Monday, 9 September 10:00 – 12:00

Thursday, 12 September 11:00 – 13:00

Friday, 20ÌýSeptember 10:00 – 12:00

IN PERSONÌýMeet your Classmates, Hosted by Your Student Adviser

Monday, 16 September 14:00 - 16:00

To book one of the sessions, please use andÌýselect your preferred date and time. PleaseÌýfill in the required details and make sure to click the 'Book'Ìýbutton at the end of the pageÌýto confirm your place.

Come along to meet me, your Student Adviser, and your new classmates in our friendly, ice-breaker session! Ìý

Find out a little bit more about the Student AdviserÌýrole, how IÌýcan best support you during your first year at university, and the exciting events I'll have on throughout the year. Ìý

After I've had the chance to say hello, you'll also have an opportunity to meet your new classmates. IÌýappreciate starting university can be a nerve-wracking time, so there will be some activities and games to get you all socialising, so you can start the term off already knowing a few friendly faces!Ìý

Term 2: JanuaryÌý- MarchÌý2025

More information coming soon.

Term 3: AprilÌý- JuneÌý2025

More information coming soon.

Who am I?

About Kristina

What was your experience of Further/Higher education like?

I was an international student, arriving in the UK for the first time. At first, it felt foreign, new, and different. I felt isolated, lonely, and wanted to go back home. Once I immersed myself in the social aspect of university life, joined societies, and wholeheartedly participated in seminars and discussionsÌýthings turned around. I felt more integrated, positively challenged, and experienced academic/personal growth. I also managed (through trial and error) to make secure, trustworthy friendships. University life helped me gain independence, confidence and become responsible for my actions. I learned to stay in control of my life through the choices I made. ÌýÌý

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

Being a Student Adviser at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role for me. I cherish the supportive conversations I have with students about their academic and personal lives, providing them with a safe space to share their experiences without fear of judgment.Ìý
Being part of their support network, I find great joy in encouraging, motivating, and inspiring them to push forward. It's deeply satisfying to challenge their self-limiting beliefs, help them recognize their achievements, and motivate them to overcome obstacles with a growth mindset. Coaching students towards their goals and witnessing the positive shifts in their mood and self-belief after our conversations is truly inspiring.Ìý
I love spending my time doing what I am passionate about and being able to cultivate a sense of belonging and inclusion is a privilege. Facilitating wellbeing workshops and sharing my knowledge on wellbeing topics to benefit student mental health is particularly rewarding. Additionally, being part of the wider SSW team at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº allows me to continuously learn from my colleagues and grow professionally.

What's a surprising or interesting fact about yourself?

I don’t know why, but mostÌýpeople are surprised when I say that I am married, and I have two children.ÌýÌý