Join Dr Emma Travers-Hill as she shares her passion for teaching, love for the Clinical Psychology program, and the importance of embracing university life to the fullest.
What’s your favourite part about teaching/interacting with students?
My favourite part about teaching is when we do interactive elements in the lectures, and I get to hear all the wonderful ideas that our students have about the future of mental health and how things should work.
What’s your favourite thing about your course/the course you teach?
I love that in Clinical Psychology we are able to step back and think creatively, positively and critically together about the field of mental health.
Why did you choose Kent?
I did my undergraduate degree here many years ago and fell in love with the campus, the sense of community we have and the surrounding area. It a beautiful place to study and work.
What’s your favourite thing about Kent?
The bunnies! I love it when I spot a bunny rabbit hopping around on my way to my office or a lecture! It grounds me in the awe of nature and always puts a smile on my face!
What tips can you give to freshers when they are first starting University?
“I remember being told as a fresher that if someone asks you if you have tried something yet you should answer not yet, rather than no!”
I think its great advice to get stuck in and give everything a go – there is so much at your fingertips to try out and that is not so easy when you graduate.
What advice would you give your past self when you were first starting University and would you do anything differently?
Play hard as well as work hard!