I am currently studying a Bachelor of Philosophy (Hons) majoring in Integrated Medical Science and Clinical Practice. I feel this major will best prepare me for my future studies in Medicine as the core units focus on biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, and population health. While the content in my degree is challenging, it is also really engaging. I couldn’t see myself being interested in studying anything else.

In the future, I want to study the MD after my undergraduate degree. At the moment I have my heart set on specialising in cardiology and working in rural and under-resourced communities. I am hoping to travel in the next few years, either to New Zealand or Canada, as part of the UWA exchange program.

While I have a rough plan for what I want to do, I still think the best memories are unplanned. I want to continue to apply myself fully to as many opportunities that come my way and challenge myself. For example, I would like to take part in the Bloom entrepreneurial program at St Catherine’s because, among other things, it’s a pathway that would put me out of my comfort zone and from there I know there will be growth.

My initial expectations of college were incredibly high. I wanted to throw myself right into everything and get involved with as much as possible. College definitely exceed my expectations! From day one, the RA team worked incredibly hard to bring the Freshers together - awkward small talk hurriedly became friendly banter!

I am on a residential scholarship for undertaking the Bachelor of Philosophy and I am also a recipient of the UWA Hackett Scholarship. These scholarships have helped immensely with the cost of living in Perth and have made working while studying much less stressful than it would have been. They have granted me the opportunity to focus on seeking new experiences and making the most of my time at College.

I think the best part about staying at St Catherine’s is that, while university is important and there is constant access to incredible support, my life does not revolve around my studies . This includes $2 garlic bread at the 10pm tuck-shop, exploring Perth by bike, late night trips to the beach and celebrating at Valedictory Dinner. Lectures and study scaffold my week, however the activities that the college runs and the spontaneous schemes of my wing-mates have and will continue to leave me with lasting memories.

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