New Term Thoughts

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The next chapter has begun!

It was really wonderful to meet new and current students at the welcome back zoom on Friday.  It was great that we got to see each other and feel a sense of togetherness right from the onset.

This term, as I move into Module Three, I will also be taking on the role as a Student Voice leader along with Jacob Hughes.  As mentioned at the meeting, this will provide an opportunity for students in the MAPP community to provide feedback that will enable the course to continue to progress.  We are also hoping that it will allow us to connect as students to encourage a support network as we move through our studies.  There will be a Zoom meeting on Thursday 11 February @ 3pm UK time, the link is on the Unihub programme page.  We hope to see you there!

I certainly feel that the MA so far has taken me on a rollercoaster of emotions but mostly an amazing journey of learning.  I feel excited to be at the point of carrying out my research inquiry and having the opportunity to explore an area of my practice that I am passionate about.  As I continue to read literature, watch TED talks and videos on the area of my research, I feel inspired and encouraged to keep moving forwards with my studies and privileged to be able to do so.

As we are still in this uncertain time, I look at this MA as the perfect opportunity to add a positive memory that will lead to new approaches in my practice, through the knowledge I have gained and continue to gain on my journey.  Here's to the new term and I wish everyone all the best with their studies.

I'm still growing, still learning. I'm still open and vulnerable enough to know there's much more to be taught to me and learned by me. I hope I don't reach my pinnacle on this earth where I think I know it all.
Savion Glover
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