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Wei How Ng

Wei How NgWhere are you from?

Malaysia

Why did you choose Northumbria University, Newcastle?

My brother who is an alumni of the University, recommended it to me.

What do you think of Newcastle and our region and what are your favourite things to do?

It's a nice environment and a good size city.  I enjoy taking photo's around the region.

What has surprised you most about living in Newcastle and this region? What has impressed you most?

Quite international despite of the size of the town. With good range of Chinese food and Japanese food.

Did you find Northumbria University welcoming?  Was it easy to fit in?

Quite okay. As personally I am a quiet person so I don't really mix around much.

Who has helped you most since you came to Northumbria?

Senior students and lecturers.

Have you joined any sports teams, clubs or been involved in any volunteer projects?  Tells us about the highlights?

Photography society. It was a really boring society for year 2012/2013. But I see a big improvement in 2013/2014 with the new president and I have joined several outings and shooting events of other societies behalf of photography society.

What do you want to do in the future?  What skills have you learned/improved that you think will be of most use in your future career?

I would like to work here in UK for few years to gain some experience before moving back to my home country or another country.

How do you feel you have changed as a person since being at Northumbria University, Newcastle (e.g. confidence)?

I am trying to be more active!

If you had 3 words to sum up your time with us what would they be?

No regrets yeah!

Would you recommend Northumbria University to a friend?

Yes!


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