Hear from the CampusConnect community

Hear from current and prospective students, ambassadors and alumni who have benefitted from, and given back to, the CampusConnect community. These students recognise the value of applicant communities and share how the sense of belonging set their chosen university apart from the rest.

“I realised what a noble profession I’m in” UL applicant Tamara on volunteering as a dentist to help those most in need

“I realised what a noble profession I’m in” UL applicant Tamara on volunteering as a dentist to help those most in need

Lauren ValentineJuly 19, 2021

“Wherever I go, I want to grow. I want to shine!” The sky is the limit for incoming ARU student Supreeth

“Wherever I go, I want to grow. I want to shine!” The sky is the limit for incoming ARU student Supreeth

Ruby WrankmoreJuly 14, 2021ARU, MBA Business Administration

“I’m keen to look into healthcare technology since the world is becoming very fast-paced” UL alumni Joel on modernising the role of a nurse, an excellent study experience and a PhD proposal

“I’m keen to look into healthcare technology since the world is becoming very fast-paced” UL alumni Joel on modernising the role of a nurse, an excellent study experience and a PhD proposal

Lauren ValentineJuly 6, 2021University of Limerick, MSc Nursing

UCC Ambassador Thao offers a 3-step guide for students on how to be well-informed before starting university

UCC Ambassador Thao offers a 3-step guide for students on how to be well-informed before starting university

Lauren ValentineJune 22, 2021University College Cork, LLM Intellectual Property and E-Law

“Everything happens for a reason.” 3rd Year Bangor student Abi tells us that when the best laid plans go awry, you might be pleasantly surprised with how things turn out

“Everything happens for a reason.” 3rd Year Bangor student Abi tells us that when the best laid plans go awry, you might be pleasantly surprised with how things turn out

Ruby WrankmoreJune 15, 2021Bangor University, BSc Sports Science and Outdoor Activity

Incoming ARU student Kate shares her love of creative writing, an Australian experience and her dreams of becoming a published writer

Incoming ARU student Kate shares her love of creative writing, an Australian experience and her dreams of becoming a published writer

Lauren ValentineJune 1, 2021ARU, MA Creative Writing and Publishing

“I can’t wait to fully immerse myself in the culture.” Incoming University of Limerick student Kate on returning to education and diversifying her learning

“I can’t wait to fully immerse myself in the culture.” Incoming University of Limerick student Kate on returning to education and diversifying her learning

Ruby WrankmoreMay 25, 2021University of Limerick, MSc Physiotherapy

“I think it’ll be life-changing!” Incoming student Leticia looks forward to studying International Studies at UL

“I think it’ll be life-changing!” Incoming student Leticia looks forward to studying International Studies at UL

Lauren ValentineMay 19, 2021University of Limerick, MA International Studies

“When I have an objective, there’s no way I’m turning back!” Incoming ARU student Stefania shares how she overcomes challenges in pursuit of an international career

“When I have an objective, there’s no way I’m turning back!” Incoming ARU student Stefania shares how she overcomes challenges in pursuit of an international career

Lauren ValentineMay 5, 2021ARU

Meet University College Cork's first CampusConnect Ambassadors!

Meet University College Cork's first CampusConnect Ambassadors!

Lauren ValentineApril 26, 2021University College Cork

“For me to be able to help students in the same position makes me really proud.” LJMU Ambassador Emily talks first-generation University goers and creating connections

“For me to be able to help students in the same position makes me really proud.” LJMU Ambassador Emily talks first-generation University goers and creating connections

Ruby WrankmoreApril 12, 2021LJMU, Law

Meet the Ambassadors preparing applicants for life at Anglia Ruskin University with CampusConnect!

Meet the Ambassadors preparing applicants for life at Anglia Ruskin University with CampusConnect!

Lauren ValentineApril 1, 2021ARU

“Uni seems like a big scary next step, but the support is there.” LJMU Ambassador Manisha on stepping out of your comfort zone, being the ‘counsellor friend’ and taking every opportunity as it comes

“Uni seems like a big scary next step, but the support is there.” LJMU Ambassador Manisha on stepping out of your comfort zone, being the ‘counsellor friend’ and taking every opportunity as it comes

Ruby WrankmoreMarch 29, 2021LJMU, Psychology

“Talking to students puts your mind at rest because you trust that they know what they’re talking about!” LJMU ambassador James looks forward to helping new home students on CampusConnect

“Talking to students puts your mind at rest because you trust that they know what they’re talking about!” LJMU ambassador James looks forward to helping new home students on CampusConnect

Lauren ValentineFebruary 25, 2021LJMU, BA Business and Finance

Resilient and resourceful: These international students aren't letting travel bans hinder their study plans!

Resilient and resourceful: These international students aren't letting travel bans hinder their study plans!

Lauren ValentineFebruary 5, 2021

“I think everybody who studies a degree should do an ERASMUS trip!” Maynooth Uni alumni David shares why international experience benefits the scientific field

“I think everybody who studies a degree should do an ERASMUS trip!” Maynooth Uni alumni David shares why international experience benefits the scientific field

Lauren ValentineJanuary 13, 2021Maynooth University, Biology

“When something positive happens like getting a new contract or seeing the difference you’ve made, it’s absolutely amazing” LJMU student Katie talks business, books and tooth decay!

“When something positive happens like getting a new contract or seeing the difference you’ve made, it’s absolutely amazing” LJMU student Katie talks business, books and tooth decay!

Lauren ValentineDecember 18, 2020LJMU, MBA

“Once you’re capable of being alone, you can survive anywhere!” ARU student Rahul shares how going to university strengthened him as a person

“Once you’re capable of being alone, you can survive anywhere!” ARU student Rahul shares how going to university strengthened him as a person

Lauren ValentineNovember 26, 2020MSc Accounting and Finance, ARU

“We’ve been through it ourselves, so we can pre-empt their questions” MA Accounting student Rajibul on paying it forward as a Student Ambassador

“We’ve been through it ourselves, so we can pre-empt their questions” MA Accounting student Rajibul on paying it forward as a Student Ambassador

Lauren ValentineNovember 20, 2020ARU, MSc Accounting and Finance

"The future is bright for those who want a career in Public Health" Divya tells us all about studying at ARU

"The future is bright for those who want a career in Public Health" Divya tells us all about studying at ARU

Lauren ValentineNovember 13, 2020ARU, MSc Public Health