Proud to be Staffs
Sports stars, TV personalities, artists, businesspeople, musicians and more – Staffordshire University’s global alumni and honorary doctor community includes inspirational people from all walks of life. From famous faces to hidden treasures, the Proud To Be Staffs podcast will bring you an interview with a different alumni or honorary doctor every two weeks. Expect to be uplifted, motivated and, if you’re Staffordshire University alumni, for the memories to come flooding back. Every single one of this eclectic group of individuals is Proud To Be Staffs.
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Proud to be Staffs
Episode 10 – Proud to be Staffs – Linnet Nyawara
In this inspiring episode of Proud To be Staffs, Linnet Nyawara, a Kenyan immigrant and recent Health and Social Care graduate shares her powerful philosophy of turning pain into power, highlighting the importance of a strong support network and acknowledges the journey of grief that accompanies personal changes.
As a single mother, Linnet emphasises the importance of mentorship and support systems on her educational journey, encouraging students to seek help when needed. Reflecting on her transition to the UK at 19, she discusses the challenges of balancing parenthood with studies and the impact of personal struggles, such as a relationship breakdown, on her self-esteem.
Tune in to hear Linnet's incredible story of growth and triumph on the latest episode!
“We take time to grief. It takes time and everyone is different."
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