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Louise Adams, BSc Psychology student, 2018

"I’ve always been fascinated by what makes people do stuff."

I just want to graduate with a good grade so I can progress in my career. I’d say that’s my main goal at the moment.

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Enrico's story
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Alice's story
I led on a project in Bhutan which was about the transition of power from a main state to the different regions
David's story
These things stir up emotion inside us and it’s ok to talk about that
Lisa's story
It sounds bad, but the glamorous side of crime interests me. Rather than get involved in it, I prefer to study it.
Alexandru's story
A desire for my life is ending up doing only what I love, so that’s work related but in my personal life as well.
Dan Lee Searle's story
My downfall but also my advantage is that I’m very curious.
Nik's story
Don't leave something for tomorrow that you can do today.
Tanki's story
I'm at the forefront of this fantastic organisation.
Elysabeth's story
Being here has opened my eyes to different sorts of communities.
Siobhan's story
I've been elected President of the Pole Dance Club...I'm much less quiet than I used to be.
Ryan's story
Everyone on the course has their own unique challenges, but that’s something that’s really brought us together
Kathryn's story
It's weird, I cannot imagine going to university elsewhere.
Garth's story
I listen to others and try to help them as much as I can.
Vincent's story
People come to university from all sorts of backgrounds.
Aaron's story
I had a good feeling so I followed my gut.
Zoe's story
Me changing my attitude towards opportunities has had an impact on everything that I’ve done so far.
Dan's story
That’s the biggest struggle, to be able to dream what it is that you want and then actually go and do it.
Alexandra's story
Just take it one step at a time and you’ll get there.
Andrew's story
I would like to get into NASA to do programming for their satellites or rocket launches
Ania's story
I want something that allows me to grow as a person and help other people.
Jesse's story
I'd like to run my own charity.
Stephanie's story
I’m really interested in how people think and relate to each other.
Kateryna's story
It’s all about learning about yourself and what you’re capable of.
Lauren's story
There is one lecturer who took me to hospital and sat with me in A&E for five hours.
Anna's story
Where you put your focus is where you find your reality.
Sumedh's story
I’d love to work for NASA, so I’m aiming high!
Diana-Mihaela's story
Whatever comes my way further in life, I was strong enough to overcome obstacles before that nothing can stop me now.
Chris' story
Stay curious, because there are so many weird things you can learn.
Rachel's story
Growing up in London I would say the police didn’t really interact with the community. The community relations have a big effect on youths and I want to give back so I want to work with that.
Ryan C's story
I study the role of aid organisations during the Zimbabwe Liberation War during 1972-1980.
Violet's story
Before Essex, I worked as a support worker for adults with disabilities and mental health problems.
Afaq's story
Don't think too much, don't over complicate. Just be in the moment.
Filip's story
My dream is to be the emperor of the world. It’s a big dream.
Georgi's story
The times when I’ve felt most disappointed and down are the times that made me realise so many important things in life.
Emily's story
University really shapes you; there is no doubt about that.
Hannah's story
I wish I could go back and tell myself not to worry what other people think.
Megan's story
It’s really friendly; you kind of get to know everyone.
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