Meet Ariba Umamah
Ariba Umamah
Program
Third-year student in the Faculty of Science (Psychology)
Home Country and City
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Connection to Western International
Peer Guide Network Leader and International Student
Languages I speak
English, Bengali, Hindi
Why I chose Western
Western had my preferred choice of subject.
My favourite place on campus
UCC! It gives me a sense of belonging and I love the busy atmosphere.
My favourite place in London
Campus is my favorite!
Highlights from my Western experience
Learning to navigate life away from home, on my own.
A fun fact about me
I can speak in Hindi, but cannot read or write it, and I can read Arabic, but I cannot speak it.
My advice for new students or students considering going abroad
Let go of all the fear of setbacks! Take your time to adjust, ask for help and find your way as you go.
Ask Me About
BMSc and BSc modules, study spots, shortcut ways around campus, On-Campus and Off-Campus housing.
