To really make the most of your first year, get involved in as much as possible. There are some many incredible things that are on offer in a wide range of areas and there is definitely something that will interest you. Don’t be shy to try out new things or continue on pre-existing hobbies. Make sure that you visit the Fresher’s Bazaars to see what there is for you to try outside of your course and have an open mind. You might find something that you never could have imagined which will completely change your life … I did!

My favourite thing about being a Loughborough student is definitely being involved in LSU Action. I have been involved since my first year and I have fallen in love with it more and more. I have taken on a number of different positions within the section and have grown in unimaginable ways, both professionally and personally. I have had the opportunity to connect with members of the local community and run some of the most amazing projects. I have met some of the most inspirational people and heard the most incredible stories and I’m always filled with a sense of pride knowing that I have played a part in improving people’s lives.

I have always been an avid sports fan and I fell in love with Psychology whilst I was at school and Sixth Form. I wasn’t actually aware that my course existed until I attended an Open Day where I was informed that it was a course. I knew that it was the perfect fit for me as I was able to apply everything that I had enjoyed studying already into a wider field of work. With the facilities and teaching that are available I knew that it would be the right place to study.