Student Interview – Patrick
Interviewer: Hi Patrick, thanks for agreeing to be interviewed for St Andrews Student Life blog! Lets dive into some questions!
Patrick: Thanks for having me, lets go.
Interviewer: You are currently working with Student Services on some projects, can you give us an insight into what you are doing?
Patrick: I have created a new and improved Equality, Diversity and Inclusion+ training module for all matriculates at St Andrews.
Interviewer: That sounds fab, the previous one was a bit difficult for students to engage with! What inspired you to get involved?
Patrick: The Internship programme runs over summer for St Andrews students, and for me the offer real work experience in professional spaces about a topic I am passionate about was too good to pass up.
Interviewer: I have had a look at your programme, it is so interactive and has lots of content, did you come across any challenges?
Patrick: Getting to grips with new software such as Canva Pro and Audacity. I practiced a lot and help was always on hand.
Interviewer: At least you didn’t have to use R-Studios! Right, I want to hear about your experience here at St Andrews, in one word, how would you describe your student experience?
Patrick: Totally unpredictable!
Interviewer: I will allow you two there! You study history and German, what is your best memory from your time studying so far?
Patrick: Just anything from my year abroad in Germany – does that count?
Interviewer: Yes! A year abroad is an exciting opportunity for any student. Lets focus on St Andrews for our quick fire round, ready?!
Patrick: Ready!
Interviewer: North Point or Cottage Kitchen?
Patrick: Outside at the back of Cottage kitchen when its sunny.
Interviewer: Favourite study snack?
Patrick: Grapes, ‘Love Corn’ and crumpets.
Interviewer: Tips for getting through the exam diet?
Patrick: Book a holiday for after your last exam to give you something exciting on the horizon
Interviewer: Boujee, love it. North, South or Market street, 1st 2nd 3rd – GO!
Patrick: South, Market and then North
Interviewer: Best place to go in St Andrews for a night out?
Patrick: Edinburgh lol
Interviewer: 5am train?! Mad! Go-to hot drinks order?
Patrick: No go-to but I want to try the new hot milkshakes at Costa.
Interviewer: Absolutely not?! Library or café?
Patrick: Library – top floor sea view.
Interviewer: Favourite restaurant in St Andrews?
Patrick: Probably Forgans (although I do like the amount of gluten free options Pizza Express have).
Interviewer: East Sands or West Sands?
Patrick: East Sands – a much better vibe.
Interviewer: Both good surf spots! Top self-care tip?
Patrick: Look after your gut – meal prep and eat proper food it makes you feel so much better.
Interviewer: YES! Food is important during stressful times! Speaking of which, does pineapple belong on pizza?
Patrick: Yes!
Interviewer: Right, after that answer I am going to stop there! Lastly, any words of wisdom for the wee first years joining in September?
Patrick: Enjoy the social life and trying out new modules whilst your grades don’t count.
Interviewer: Great tip! Thanks for coming along Patrick, its has been great hearing about your project, top St Andrews tips and controversial pizza opinions.
Patrick: Thanks for having me!