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UPSU are here to represent every student at the University of Portsmouth. We have many ways you can express your student voice, including: our Course Rep system, Have Your Say, Student Council, StART, Hot Topic, Annual Survey, Focus Groups, and more! Click on the tabs to learn more about each platform regarding Representation! You can also see a summary of our research by clicking on the UPSU Research & Data page.

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Humans of Portsmouth

Inspired by Humans of York, Humans of Portsmouth (HoP) showcases the journey of people's lives - from successes and challenges to what they look forward to in the future.

By sharing other people's experiences, we hope you can find a story that inspires you or gives you motivation to keep going through a sense of community. If you'd like to share your story, get in touch with us on our Instagram (@myportsu) or email (marketing@upsu.net)

Priscilla Muhita

Master in Cybercrime, Terrorism, and Security

Excited to have completed the Portsmouth Award and her placement year, Priscilla talks about the amazing opportunities and support she received as well as her plans for the future with her master’s and EDI internship

Lara Free

University of Portsmouth Biochemistry Graduate

Lara talks about her journey as a biochemistry undergraduate and how she can’t wait to graduate and have all of her work pay off. She navigates through future plans - MRes and PhD in genomics.

Jonathan Tyler-Moore

Student Groups Projects Specialist at UPSU

Jonathan is really excited about graduating in July, and is proud to share his achievements and the work he’s done at the UPSU. He’s worked on some great projects, including Freshers Fayre and Winter Ball.

Tanveena Zafrin

Projects Specialist at UPSU

Managing projects is a passion of Tanveena’s, and although it comes at a cost of not seeing her family often, Tanveena talks about her new approach to staying positive and focusing on her personal growth instead.

Charlie Cote

University of Portsmouth Graduate

Charlie talks about her experiences and the person she’s become since she came to Portsmouth. But Charlie wonders what her life would be like if she would’ve stayed home and talks about missing her family.

Marija Solic

Academic Representation Officer 24/25

Marija talks about her hardships before coming to the University of Portsmouth and the struggles of moving to a new country. She is looking forward to seeing the impact of her changes at the university on student experience.

Dan Ummu-Salamah

Development Officer 24/25

The seafront has a lot of meaning to Dan - the calm and the waves crashing are some favourites. Dan further explores the joy of travelling to different parts of the world to experience new cultures and activities.

Blessing Okafor

Learning Experience Officer 24/25

Blessing explores her greatest accomplishments, and not feeling as if she’s achieved it yet but she is very happy when she makes others happy. She explores her adventurous side and the ease with which she can travel.

Connor Sutherland

Welfare Officer 24/25

Connor shares his career journey, more specifically the need to keep his options open. He talks about being part of the skateboarding society and planning important events to some of his biggest vulnerabilities.

Anwar Jawula

Democracy Officer 24/25

Anwar shares his journey - from overcoming racism and depression to reflecting on the support of his mother and successes in his career. The interview highlights personal growth and drive to make a difference.

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