Meet our Digital Content Ambassadors!

Alix

Hi everyone, I’m Alix! I am a third-year English Literature student and Lonsdalian. I love confusing people by being a bit of a miss worldwide – born and raised in Hong Kong, being half French, but having a southern (Winchester) accent.

As you can probably guess from my degree, I love writing and have been doing several blog posts over the years, as well as photography and video projects. I love doing anything creative, from digital art to story writing to acting. I’m also very passionate about social issues and the politics around them and am a proud intersectional feminist and animal/environment advocate. 

When I’m not doing coursework I can probably be found doing something arty, gaming, petting dogs, or eating (veggie) sushi – but you’ll be guaranteed to see me at the Sugarhouse every Friday.

As a digital content ambassador, my aim is to make people really feel at home in Lancaster. I mostly write blogs sharing my experience as an international student, and how to balance your time to enjoy both the academic and social aspects of student life. Keep in touch with me on Instagram at @alix_lnrd, or check out my work on my portfolio.

Becky

Hiya, I’m Becky and I’m a grad student studying Marketing! I’ve travelled from the very exotic city of Manchester to be here, Salford to be exact (not in Media City, sorry). My college membership might say Graduate, but don’t be fooled, I’m a true Furnessian at heart. I studied Literature and Creative Writing during my undergrad years, but Lancaster turned out to be a pretty hard place to leave, so I’m still here in the hopes of finding something creative to do with my life.

I like cats (a lot), and Friends, and I spend most of my free time at uni playing pool and darts, or waiting for the bus…or making a fool of myself. During my undergrad, I was Media and Communications officer for Furness JCR and that introduced me to all kinds of things, including a love for graphic design, video editing and professional social media, and I’m hoping to use these skills throughout the year as Digital Content Ambassador. I also want to share my experience of postgrad life with you guys, and go on one or two adventures.

You can find me on Instagram at becky_smith_97

Catherine

Hi, I’m Catherine and I’m a first-year Theatre and English Literature student living in County college (the best college of course!)

I’m from Liverpool, and while I’ve only been at Lancaster for a few weeks it’s already become a home away from home as I’ve felt really welcomed and settled in quickly.

As you can probably guess by my degree choice I love performing, so I want to join one of Lancaster’s main dance societies, LUDanS, and audition for some of their competition teams. I also really enjoy writing which is partly why I wanted to become a Digital Content Ambassador, as I want to share my university experiences with you through written content as well as through Instagram.

Being a first-year, I can still clearly remember the questions and concerns that I had before starting university, so I’m hoping to address these for anyone thinking of attending Lancaster! I am also a visually impaired student, so I want to shed some light on how starting university has impacted this aspect of my life as I feel there could be more information out there. Lancaster has proven to be really inclusive and helpful, and it might be interesting for some of you to learn about how the university has aided me throughout my application and now that I am here!

You can find me on Instagram @catherinebrabin and look out for more of my articles which will hopefully be appearing on the Lancaster website soon!

Chelsey

Hi everyone. I’m Chelsey, originally from Trinidad and Tobago. I am basically your average small island girl out in the great beyond. Currently, I’m in second year pursuing my BSc in Business Economics (Industry). It has been only one year since I’ve started living in the U.K. and Lancaster has already become my home. The University continues to provide us with quality education, opportunities for holistic development and an environment to meet amazing people from all over the world. I am excited to share my Lancaster experience with you as one of the Digital Content Ambassadors. Additionally, this year I am a Guide with LUMS Transition Guide Scheme helping three first-year international students as they get acquainted with life at Lancaster.

Over the past four years, my interest in photography, videography and content development peaked as I saw it necessary to capture every possible moment spent with family and friends. I also have experience in social media marketing as I have managed the social media pages for three organizations in my home country. Furthermore, I have volunteered with a non-profitable organization, National Youth Overcomers (T&T), as Media Personnel for the past two years. 

Outside of my studies, I simply enjoy spending time with family and friends. When I’m not trying to improve my skills at the Tennis Society, I’m either out having a laugh, thinking of new meal ideas, wondering why my College is so far (shout out to Lonsdale!) or counting back five hours to see what’s the time at home!

 Above all, #LoveGod #LovePeople is what I live by!

Stay connected with me on Instagram @chelsey_maria

• See my Instagram story with Tom for Study UK and more of my content below

Ditte

Hi there! I’m Ditte (or DJ, whatever works for you) and I’m a first-year Cartmel College student. I’m studying English Literature, Creative Writing and Practice with Psychology as my minor. I grew up in Denmark but moved to London two years ago and struggled to leave the UK, so I’m still hanging on to the hope of blending in with the Brits!

When I’m not studying, you will probably find me watching Buzzfeed Unsolved on YouTube or drinking far too much coffee at Costa, or, likely, doing both at the same time. I am also a part of the University’s Photography Society and a few of the sports teams scattered around campus, although mostly for the socials on Wednesdays because I am really not that talented when it comes to any other exercise than walking.

I thoroughly enjoy everything that challenges the more creative side of things – from producing videos and short films to writing stories and dabbling in graphic design. As a Digital Content Ambassador, you will most likely find my projects to be a part of the official YouTube channel or on Instagram where I will be sharing my story as an EU student and explore the life as a part of the university.

You are always more than welcome to say hi if you see me around campus – I am always up for a cup of coffee; or, you can find me on Instagram @dittebirkkjaer where you can conveniently also say hi!

Maria

Hi, I’m Maria and I am a first-year English Literature, Creative Writing and Practice Student. As you can guess, I love reading and writing, but I also love music, dance and drama. I try not to annoy my flat mates when playing the oboe and singing, and I’m looking forward to getting involved with musicals and performances at Lancaster.

I’m from Hertfordshire, near London, and I’m not used to the cold of Lancaster – but I’m sure I’ll get used to it! I love travelling – Interrailing over the summer has inspired me to explore more of the world. As a first-year student, I want to share and record my experiences of university as they happen to me and answer all the questions I had before coming here. I chose Lancaster because I fell in love with the campus the minute I saw it, and knew that my course would challenge me and help me improve as a writer.

Around Lancaster, you’ll find me in the library, drinking lots of tea, and going to the gym. I love getting up early and seeing the campus in the morning, watching the sun rise over the hills. I belong to Cartmel College, and though people say that it may be a long walk, there’s nothing better than going ‘home’ at the end of the day! I mainly produce written articles, but I like photography also. You can visit my website mariaeclark.wixsite.com/author to read my travel blogs, or follow my Instagram @mariaecx_photography.

Rachel

Hi, I’m Rachel and I’m going into my final year of BA Fine Art, and am part of Cartmel. I spent the last two years surfing and exploring Victoria, Australia, - first year on study abroad, and second as work experience. (I worked several jobs, most relevant at a gallery and most odd was tutoring the 14th Count of Prague in acrylic painting. I have no idea why he lives in Melbourne either). I’m interested to see how Lancaster has changed since my first year here and rediscover all the charm of this Northern town!

I’m passionate about contemporary art, film and the outdoors, especially the ocean. This year I’ve joined the Canoe club, Mountaineering club and the Scuba club - I’m new to the first two, and hope to advance my qualifications for the latter.

This year I plan to produce short films/videos and photographs showing off the beauty of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and the cobbled streets of our quaint city!

Head to rachellouisedoughty.com if you want to see what work I’ve made!

Tai

Hi everyone! I’m Tai, or as many call me TaiTai- because you know, you can’t get much shorter than T-A-I.

I’m from Bowland College and I’m a 2nd-year Design student from the beautiful twin-island republic of Trinidad and Tobago, in the Caribbean. I love photography and in my spare time, I love to explore and capture the hidden gems in Lancaster. As an international student, none of this experience is taken for granted and I hope to share all beautiful places I’ve found and adventures I’ve had through my photos and videos so that you know what makes Lancaster University the perfect place to find yourself and grow.

When I’m not at my student accommodation aka the library (shh don’t tell) I’m somewhere about campus moving around. I love to dance and I am the publicity officer for Lancaster University Hip Hop and Breakdance Society. In my first year, I was a part of both the Hip Hop Society and LUDanS society which allowed me to travel all over the UK competing and meeting new people.

I’m just an easy-going, warm, Caribbean guy, so feel free to stop and chat if you see me on campus, unless you see me running, then you know I’m late.

See more of my photography on Instagram @king.taitai and follow me for the BTS of Uni life!

You can also see my 2018- 2019 wining autumn stunner on the University’s Instagram page.

Zahra

Hi there! I’m Zahra and I’m a third-year undergraduate student studying English Literature, Creative Writing, and Practice. Though I started out my first two years as a Lonsdalian, I now live in an on-campus studio provided by Pendle College, so I guess you can say I’m part Lonsdalian, part Pendle. From whatever college, however, I will always find pleasure in working with new space to make it as homely as can be.

As someone passionate about the creative arts, I draw on my unique life experiences and that of others to craft stories in whatever best way to tell them – expanding my powers of creative expression beyond just writing. I am particularly fascinated with the English and French literature, modern arts, and contemporary music. It is because of this passion of mine I travel the world searching for inspiration, growth, and knowledge: to approach every new opportunity with a backpack full of everywhere else that I have been.

When I do have time to spare, I visit art exhibitions, watch movies at Vue, eat at Nami Sushi, and work as a publicity officer for societies. I was one for the Equestrian Club in my first year and am one for the Indonesian Society since the second year.

As Digital Content Ambassador, I would like to share with you my journey in finding a home in this place we call Lancaster - a very big difference from the city where I came from, Jakarta. Keep up with my adventures on Instagram @zahramochdie and YouTube channel. See you around!