Helena W.

• Hi Helena! What are you studying?

  Bachelor of Fine Art

• Why did you choose to study in your current city (i.e. Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney)?

  I chose to study in Sydney, 8 hours away from my rural home, because Sydney had the best art schools in Australia.

• Why did you choose to live at Iglu?

  I initially became interested in Iglu when I saw they offered a rural scholarship. But what cemented it for me was seeing all the events the residents could take part in, the breakfasts and the good location.

• What is your favourite thing about being a student?

  My favorite thing about being a student is the course itself, I never thought I would say this, but I love my art school so much, weekends are a bit boring to me now.

• What is your favourite thing to do when you are not studying?

  When I’m not studying, I love to go vintage shopping around Sydney and to do creative writing.

• As an Iglu Regional Scholarship recipient, how did the scholarship help you?

The scholarship has greatly helped me in the move to Sydney, especially since after I moved down it took a few months to find a job and the lowered rate helped a lot.

• So you’re a Resident Leader. What is your favourite thing about being an RL?

  My absolute favourite thing as an RL is organising events, especially the craft related ones.

• What’s your go-to spot for studying or relaxing at Iglu?

  I like the level 13 outdoor area, although it is a little cold in winter, it has a great view and nice gardens.

• Describe your favourite thing about Iglu?

  It’s so hard to pick but I would say the Monday to Friday breakfasts are the best, it’s so much easier to not have to think about making breakfast in the morning and I get to enjoy taking a Toastie and/ or cupcake to university every day. The Zumba and Yoga classes are also fantastic, especially Zumba its really fun! Not to mention the events are also great.

• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

  I either see myself in a small art studio back in my rural town or if I go onto honors, I could see myself still living at Iglu.

• What words of wisdom would you pass on to future Iglu residents

  Go to the breakfast, events, and fitness classes as an RL I know that there are a lot of residents who don’t take advantage of all the fun activities and yummy food at their access, I love it and I would recommend that all residents it’s also a great way to get to know people, I have made lots of friends through the events and Zumba.