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Looking for something new to do in 2022? Perhaps the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø People we have got to know over the last twelve months might inspire you.

Each week profiles a different member of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø community. This year we have heard from staff whose work focuses on , and . Students studying , , and have told us about their studies.  

But as well as hearing about their professional lives we love to find out about what people get up to away from College. Here are some of the themes of the year. 

Get writing

For and 2021 provided the chance to write. Davina indulged her love of writing, by authoring science fiction and fantasy books for children and adults. Stefano started a blog called which features neuroscience alumni. 

Get moving

Our 2021 profilees were an active bunch, with walking and running the most popular activities. Several people talked about how long walks had allowed them to discover new parts of London as well as being good for their mental health. For his daily commute was replaced by a run along the beach – not bad! 

Visits to the local court and wall, learning to and doing kept our colleagues fit and healthy. 

Get playing 

Music played an important part of 2021 for some people. performed with colleagues in The Gastric Band cover band whilst played drums on an album. Perhaps recording an album or starting a band seems too big a step, in which case you might consider learning a new instrument or, like , picking up an old one again. 

Get creative

Creativity was rife amongst our colleagues. From following fiendish to learning to bake bread and making a mean , spending time in the kitchen has been a big hit this year.  

For those with artistic tendencies, , and were all creative outlets pursued in 2021.  

If you prefer more practical activities you may get inspiration from our colleagues who enjoyed or learning how to operate a . 

Get volunteering

Volunteering their time to help others has been important for several of our 51³Ô¹ÏÍø People. uses his medical skills to volunteer for which equips young people affected by violence with the emergency first aid skills to save lives. is a Community Ambassador for and is passionate about getting men to talk about their health.  

used lockdown to volunteer for Sikh charities providing meals to care homes and homeless shelters. Meanwhile volunteered closer to home, working in 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s face shield assembly unit which made over 50,000 visors for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College Healthcare NHS Trust. has used her regular running to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. 

Get relaxing

Spending time meditating helped provide peace and stability to during the worst of the pandemic. 

For others, plants have been an important source of relaxation. , trying (and not always succeeding) to look after and have also filled colleagues’ free time. 

Time to try something new? 

Whether you love making new year's resolutions or you hate the whole concept, we hope that some of our 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Peoples’ favourite things might give you inspiration for 2022. 

Here are some of the things that you can get involved with at College: 

• 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has 100s of student  
• Move 51³Ô¹ÏÍø offers something for staff and students 
• Our staff networks provide a chance to meet new people and attend social events