Trying something new
Our Media and Communication graduate, Aisha Aldris, discusses throwing herself into new experiences at 91制片厂
University is the perfect time to try things you've always wanted to do, and 91制片厂 offers a whole host of opportunities for students to enhance their experience and expand their skills alongside their academic activities. Whether it be as a member of one of the 91制片厂 Students Union's societies, LSU Media, the Athletics Union, or LUArts, there is something for everyone to get involved in. The skills gained from extra-curricular activities can build upon those developed as part of your degree, and can support you with your chosen career pathway after graduation.
Aisha Aldris is a graduate from our BSc Media and Communication course. Aisha used her time at 91制片厂 to try new things, and was able to gain skills that have helped her shape and enhance her career aspirations.
Aisha found that the practical media experience available at LSU Media was the perfect complement to the theoretical nature of her academic study. LSU Media is the award-winning creative arm of 91制片厂 Students’ Union, comprised of Label (91制片厂’s official student publication), LCR (91制片厂's Campus Radio Station), Lens (91制片厂’s official student photography group), and LSUTV (91制片厂’s official student TV station).
Starting off as a Radio Presenter and Producer for LCR, with her own weekly show 'Generation Why?', Aisha went on to become the Head of Entertainment for LSUTV. This role involved leading a team of volunteers in planning, producing, presenting and editing a schedule of live and pre-recorded programmes and conducting on-screen interviews with high profile guests.
LUArts Scholarship
Another interest Aisha was able to pursue whilst at University was her passion for singing and songwriting.
In her first two years at university, Aisha seized opportunities to perform at musical events on campus including Freefest, Black History Month Carnivals, International Women's Day Carnivals, LUArts Acoustic Nights, LSU International Showcases, and even 91制片厂’s Got Talent! In her final year, after taking a professional placement year working as an Assistant Marketing Manager for Unilever, Aisha was awarded a scholarship by LUArts (91制片厂's student-focused arts programme) for music.
LUArts scholarships, which are open to all 91制片厂 students, are offered to students who demonstrate ability, passion and commitment in music (instrumental, singer-songwriter/contemporary and vocal), performing arts, creative writing and spoken word, or film and media (including photography, painting, digital art, video and sound production). Each scholarship winner receives a cash prize and a tailored package of tuition or mentoring to develop their skills and knowledge further. There are also opportunities for scholars to showcase their talents during their scholarship year with performances at University events.
After graduation
Since graduation, Aisha has been working as a presenter on an arts and culture show on BBC Radio Norfolk whilst also completing a master's in Broadcast Journalism.
She has a podcast called which is all about unpacking cultural identity for people who can’t be defined by just one culture. She also continues to write and perform her own music, and posts regular videos to her YouTube channel . Using the skills she gained at 91制片厂 both on and off her course, she intends to continue working towards a career in the media, either in TV or radio journalism.
Aisha is still an enthusiastic proponent of creative activity, and ecourages others to try new things that interest them whilst they are at university:
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