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March 2024
UHI Inverness Student of the Year
AN apprentice who mentored pupils and led the winning team in a sustainability challenge while studying and working night shifts has been named asUHI InvernessStudent of the Year.
UHI Inverness announced their student of the year winners to celebrate outstanding individuals for a range of reasons including academic achievement, overcoming adversity, personal endeavour and exceptional peer and mentor support.
Nadia is a fourth year Electrical Engineering Apprentice at the wood panelling manufacturer,West Fraser.
Nadia said: "It is nice for my achievements to be noted and appreciated after all the hard work I have put in while studying with UHI Inverness.
"Since leaving school in 2012 I have studied at the university a number of times, including completing a business-related degree. During my latest study experience I have had the chance to be heavily involved with STEM and STEAM projects where I have been able to meet many inspirational people. Being taught by lecturers with such impressive, real-life knowledge of the field really helped to enrich the entire experience."
Nadia was nominated by Jack Marley McIntyre, UHI Inverness STEAM Coordinator, who mentored her during two major projects.
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With Compliments:
Taylor Alden
7 Bell Yard
London
WC2A 2JR