As part of ongoing work to build the SPS Community, and following student feedback, we have introduced a new Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Rep in the School. Stefania tells us about why she’s excited to take on this new role, and her plans for the future. <\/p>\n
Can you tell us a bit about yourself \u2013 what you\u2019re studying, why you came to Kent and what your plans are for the future?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n I am currently studying chemistry and I decided to come to Kent because when I visited the university, I had the pleasure of meeting some of the lectures and lab technicians which made me feel extremely welcome and eager to learn. In the future I would like to become a scientist and do research.<\/p>\n Why do you think this new BAME Rep role is important?<\/strong><\/p>\n I believe this role is important because in order to make changes going forward, the BAME community needs to be listened, included and taken into consideration when it comes to decisions.<\/p>\n Why are you interested in this role?<\/strong><\/p>\n I am interested in this role because I know what it feels like. I want to help other people who feel invisible and isolated from the rest of the class\/Uni\/life. I want to make a change on how the BAME community is made out to be seen.<\/p>\n What would you hope to achieve in this role?<\/strong><\/p>\n How do you hope to engage and support other BAME students in SPS?<\/strong><\/p>\n I believe a support group should be set up where people are free to express their feelings and are helped in finding a solution, not only mentally but academically as well.<\/p>\n I have also spoke to some of the people in my class and they have said that they would like more POC councillors at the well-being offices.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Welcome to the role Stefania! We hope students find this new role useful and it helps them feel more engaged with the SPS community.<\/p>\n We are looking for one more BAME Rep to work with Stefania, as well as two International Reps. If you are interested in applying, please email spsmarketing@kent.ac.uk<\/a> for more information.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n