I have started a new job, working for my University (Salford). It is only part-time but it is a dream come true for me. I have adored the last three and a half years (now doing MA creative writing), and I'm really happy to be able to put something back, and yes, before someone says it, they pay me a small amount - which is nice.
My point is that I have met some people that I never knew existed at the uni, and they are quite frankly fuckin amazing - they have blown me away, with their energy and commitment to the uni, the people of Salford, and students everywhere - doing things they don't have to, that they don't get paid for, and completely under their own initiative.
I won't name them, but they know who they are.
It has inspired me, and if I can help a fraction of how they help, then I'll be very happy. I know I will, using them as an example.
These wonderful people are never in the press or media, they are silent and invisible, fighting against many obstacles to try to achieve something of worth - well I'm going to try and see to it that they are recognised.
It has been a surprise to find and meet these people and I'm sure I will meet many more like them along the way. I also know I will meet their opposites, and I will have to try to find a way to deal with that - I have some ideas already!
Not a long blog but, I think, a very important one.
SORRY - MY NEW JOB IS 'PROJECT ASSISTANT'
What job is it though?
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