Laidlaw Residential 2: Selside - The Yorkshire Dales
Whilst excited, initially, I was also a bit unsure as to what to expect from this residential since I was surrounded by people who were still fairly new to me, in an unfamiliar environment, without cell service, and exposed to new activities and challenges.
However, I can say that being pushed out of my comfort zone in this way truly has to have been one of the most rewarding experiences that I have had in a very long time!
Whilst in the Dales, we did various activities and collaborated in various groups. Our activities included hiking, climbing, caving, cooking and cleaning - fulfilling (what I believe to be) the residential's aim of making the Leeds 2026 cohort its own little family.
Overall, this was a phenomenal opportunity to get to know my cohort better and interact on a more personal level (in a less professional environment), challenge ourselves and grow as individuals, develop our competences when working in group settings and making life-long connections.
Hey,
I am an undergraduate student in Modern Foreign Languages (French) and International Relations. I am very interested in other languages and cultures and am interested in deepening my understanding as to how communities interact on a global scale.
My research project is titled 'Telling the Stories of Colonial Populations in the French Resistance through Self-Guided Heritage Walking Tours' and I will be working alongside my fellow scholar, Thomas O'Rourke, under the supervision of Professor Nina Wardleworth - contributing to the already pre-existing work of Nina and her previous scholars. This research project will aim to further shine a light on and commemorate French colonial citizens for their role in the French (Internal) Resistance.
During my free time, I enjoy listening to music, spending time with friends, discussing topics, watching the TV, cooking and a bit of friendly competition!
Please do not hesitate to get in touch, whether it be for educational reasons or simply for a chat. :)
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It was so lovely to get to know you more! What an exciting couple of days.
Likewise Thomas, excited to see what this summer entails!