Discover in this final episode, how Juan Corcho Ruiz, a media and communications student, turned his year at Swansea University into a story of growth and connection. From football leagues to the Latin American Society, hear how he embraced trusting in his own capabilities through perseverance!
Darganfyddwch yn y bennod olaf hon, sut mae Juan Corcho-Ruiz, myfyriwr cyfryngau a chyfathrebu, wedi troi ei flwyddyn ym Mhrifysgol Abertawe yn stori o dwf a chysylltiad. O gynghreiriau pêl-droed i'r gymdeithas Ladin-Americanaidd, gwrandewch sut y daeth i ymddiried yn ei alluoedd ei hun trwy ddyfalbarhad!
Navigating homesickness is a challenge many face while studying abroad. In this episode, Youssef Gomaa, a media and communications student from Qatar, shares how student societies and a foundation year equipped him with skills and support to thrive in Swansea.
Mae ymdopi â hiraeth yn her mae llawer o bobl yn ei hwynebu wrth astudio dramor. Yn y bennod hon, mae Youssef Gomaa, myfyriwr y cyfryngau a chyfathrebu o Qatar, yn rhannu sut gwnaeth cymdeithasau myfyrwyr a'r flwyddyn sylfaen ei arfogi â'r sgiliau a'r cymorth i ffynnu yn Abertawe
Join us as we sit down with Srushti Shetty, a law graduate from India, who tells us how she made the most of her year at Swansea - specialising in IP law, taking on internships, and building a second home.
Ymuna â ni wrth i ni eistedd gyda Srushti Shetty, sydd wedi graddio yn y gyfraith o India, sy'n dweud wrthym sut y gwnaeth hi fanteisio i'r eithaf ar ei blwyddyn yn Abertawe - gan arbenigo yn y gyfraith ynghylch eiddo deallusol, ymgymryd ag interniaethau a chreu cartref oddi cartref.
We are joined by Basma Al Aufi, a law student from Oman, who shares her inspiring journey-from studying in Australia to completing her degree at Swansea University. Along the way, discover how Basma transformed her passion for reading into a meaningful community-building initiative with lasting impact.
Mae Basha Al Aufi, myfyriwr y Gyfraith o Oman, yn ymuno â ni ac yn rhannu ei thaith ysbrydoledig - o astudio yn Awstralia i gwblhau ei gradd ym Mhrifysgol Abertawe. Ar hyd y ffordd, darganfyddwch sut defnyddiodd Basma ei chariad at ddarllen i greu menter adeiladu cymuned ystyrlon ag effaith barhaus.
Join us as we sit down with Nenkang Sam-Mbok, a Chevening Scholar from Nigeria, who shares his incredible journey from aspiring aeronautic engineer to medical doctor, data scientist, and advocate for maternal health. He discusses how personal experiences led him to found the Rebecca Mbok Foundation.
Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni sgwrsio â Nenkang Sam-Mbok, sef ysgolhaig Chevening o Nigeria, sy'n rhannu ei daith anhygoel o ddarpar beiriannydd awyrenegol i feddyg meddygol, gwyddonydd data ac eiriolwr dros iechyd mamau. Mae'n trafod sut mae ei brofiadau personol wedi'i arwain at sefydlu Sefydliad Rebecca Mbok.
Join us as we sit down with Khushbu Nayer, a student from Zimbabwe, who talks about her transformative 4-year journey as a biomedical engineering student. Khushbu discovered how pursuing a degree that blends health and engineering can open doors to personal growth and community building.
Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni eistedd gyda Khushbu Nayer, myfyriwr o Zimbabwe, sy'n siarad am ei thaith anhygoel dros bedair blynedd fel myfyriwr peirianneg fiomeddygol. Gwnaeth Khushbu ddarganfod sut y gwnaeth astudio gradd sy'n cyfuno iechyd a pheirianneg agor drysau i dwf personol a meithrin cymuned.
Join us for an inspiring episode with Ruchika Nongrom from India, now pursuing her third degree in medicine at Swansea. She reflects on studying during COVID-19, embracing the Welsh outdoors, and leading student societies, all while fostering connections as a student ambassador.
Ymunwch â ni i gael eich ysbrydoli gan Ruchika Nongrom o India. Ar ôl ennill ei hail radd yn y DU, dechreuodd raglen Meddygaeth i Raddedigion Abertawe am ei thrydedd radd, mewn meddygaeth. Mae Ruchika yn trafod ei phrofiadau mewn prifysgol yng Nghymru yn ystod pandemig COVID-19, gan bwysleisio pwysigrwydd dysgu am eich amgylchfyd a mwynhau bod yn yr awyr agored.
In this episode we talk with Narottam Tiwari from Nepal, who shares his journey of adapting to life in the UK while pursuing a Master's in Healthcare Management at Swansea University. From overcoming cultural differences and loneliness to building connections through student societies and work, assisting new international students and supporting minority students' mental well-being, Narottam's story highlights the importance of going with the flow and embracing new experiences. He also discusses his aspirations to make a difference in healthcare both in the UK and back home in Nepal.
Haikaeli Gillard Kinyamagoha from Tanzania shares her journey in healthcare, with a focus on pharmaceuticals and indigenous practices. Through her platform, Balcony Series, she uses art to simplify and spread complex health information. One significant project, a short documentary titled "Mwanahiti," explores the Zaramo people's traditional methods of teaching sexual and reproductive health to young girls. Despite budget and cultural challenges, the project was successfully documented and showcased at the Zanzibar International Film Festival.
In this episode, we meet Barry, originally from China who has spent eight years in the UK. He’s now studying International Accounting and Finance after shifting from a Chemistry degree at the University of Bristol. Barry decided to pivot to accounting and finance, a field more aligned with his family's background in finance. Barry shares his experiences living in Swansea versus Bristol and his hometown in China. He also discusses his part-time job at a Swansea letting agency, which has offered financial support and valuable experience. Despite the tough job market and challenges of returning to offline interviews, Barry remains hopeful about his future in China.
In this episode Lucy Lefler, from Columbus, Georgia, shares her journey from reading Harry Potter and Percy Jackson to studying Ancient History and English Literature at Swansea University. Lucy delves into her passion for Roman mythology, her explorations of historical sites in Wales, and the cultural contrasts between Swansea and her hometown. She emphasizes the importance of community and friendships in her adjustment to UK life, and reflects on the independence gained from studying abroad.
Srushti Mande from Mumbai, India, is pursuing an MSc in Virtual Reality at Swansea University. She shares her journey from studying computer science in India, working at a multinational company, to exploring VR and eventually moving to the UK.
She highlights the pivotal role of the Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship, which enabled her studies. Srushti discusses the challenges and excitement of her first international flight, the importance of community among international students, and balancing academic, work, and social life in Swansea.
Joshua Benn, a Guyanese attorney, is studying at Swansea University on a prestigious Chevening scholarship, pursuing an LLM in Oil, Gas, and Renewable Energy Law. Inspired by Guyana's 2015 oil discovery, he aims to fill the legal expertise gap in his country. Joshua credits his success to his uncle and the supportive Chevening network, which helped him through the application process. Now, he's paying it forward, guiding future scholars and giving back.
In this episode, Therese, who moved from the Philippines to the UK to study, shares her journey with autism, diagnosed in 2022. She contrasts the stigma and lack of support she experienced in the Philippines with the more inclusive environment at Swansea University.
Despite ongoing challenges with social interactions and mental health, she talks about the extensive support and reflects on the value of the ongoing assistance in managing her autism and adjusting to university life, while acknowledging the continued struggle with loneliness and adapting to her new surroundings.
In the first episode of series 2, we welcome campaigner and activist Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. A Swansea University alumna with an MA in International Relations, Oluwaseun is an Obama Foundation Leader in Africa and British Council’s Study UK Global Winner for Social Action 2023.
She passionately advocates for women's rights and safety, working to reduce gender-based violence through her Stand to End Rape initiative.
Tune in to hear how she overcomes challenges and achieves her goals, supporting women and girls on their recovery journey and creating lasting change.
Embark on an inspiring journey with Lexie Stewart from Canada, where she shares her experience as a Law undergraduate at Swansea University. Lexie's academic pursuit, facilitated through a partnership with Trent University in Canada, led her thousands of miles away from home. Despite the distance, Lexie discovered a profound sense of belonging and community in Swansea.
Lexie discovered early on she was the child of donor insemination and investigated this extended family of half-siblings. This helped instill in her the invaluable skill of creating community wherever she goes—a skill her Mother fondly refers to as finding her "little village". Lexie's journey continues as she actively participates in diverse university societies like the Choral Society, Tea Society, and Canadian Society. Through these engagements, she has not only built connections but has firmly planted her roots in the UK.
Lexie is not just a planner; she's a visionary with a 25-year plan that guides her steps. Yet, she has mastered the art of openness and adaptability, understanding the importance of evolving plans based on life's unexpected turns. Join us as we explore Lexie's journey—a captivating story of family, community, self-discovery, and the resilience to adapt to life's twists and turns. Lexie Stewart's tale is a testament to the power of forging connections, building communities, and embracing the ever-changing nature of our paths.
This episode features Madhav Pandya from India, who turned the problems facing his education during the Covid pandemic into an opportunity to study abroad in the UK.
Studying BSc Computer Science Madhav has been able to seize every opportunity presented to him, during his time at Swansea becoming a Student Ambassador, a teaching assistant, a Digital Content Creator, President of the Indian Society, Creative Director of the Hindu Society, taking a year to study in industry all while running an incredibly successful YouTube channel on the side!
Join us as we unravel Madhav's story, a testament to unwavering determination, unyielding commitment, and the art of seizing every opportunity that comes his way. This episode is a celebration of a student who not only navigates the challenges but also carves a path marked by triumphs, making the most of every moment.
In this episode we follow Christian's adventures, from studying civil engineering to exploring the world, and discovering the beauty of saying "yes" to life's opportunities. Hailing from Spain, Christian's path to Higher Education was far from conventional, navigating the limitations of the Spanish education system that left him with little choice during his Further Education.
But that didn't deter him from pursuing his dreams. Join us as we explore his incredible journey from sunny Spain to the vibrant landscapes of the UK, where he embarked on his university adventure at the young age of 17, all while adjusting to a new culture and making lifelong friends during a global pandemic.
In this episode we meet Rewa Gupta, who moved from India to Dubai and then to the UK where she completed her BSc in Psychology at Swansea University. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Rewa's commitment to volunteer work propelled her from volunteer to Trustee of a volunteering organisation, fostering specialised initiatives and fundraising. Her experience underlines the transformative power of part-time work and volunteering.
Rewa's path reflects her evolution from being home-sick to self-assuredness. Her journey highlights the significance of venturing beyond comfort zones, acquiring skills, the rewards of part-time work and embracing new experiences.
In our latest episode, we're delving into the inspiring journey of Lan Wei from China, a graduate in Translation and interpreting. Lan's story takes us from the bustling streets of Beijing to the city of Swansea in the UK.
Lan's story is a testament to the power of seizing opportunities, breaking cultural barriers, and pursuing your passions. She started her educational journey in Beijing, where efficiency and conformity were the norms.
However, her life took a twist when she came to Swansea, discovering a world beyond textbooks and exams. From collaborating with local musicians to performing live at the Swansea Fringe music festival, Lan has fearlessly explored her interests.
