President’s Letter Hello again, and welcome back to another President’s Letter. It’s an interesting time to be a student at the moment with the unfolding COVID-19 issue. USASA has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure that the student voice is heard throughout the uni at such an important time. As a result of COVID-19, USASA has had to move most of what we do online, so whether you’re reading this as a physical magazine or online, thank you for still supporting Verse. This is uncharted territory for most of us, and with the changes that we see happening, it’s important to take care of yourselves in this trying time. Make sure that you’re following the health care advice as dictated by the authorities, but also take some time for self-care. Don’t forget to check up on your mates either, even if that means substituting pub hangouts and dinners with a phone call. It’s times like this when we need to come together (although not physically) as a community and look out for one another. As always, USASA is here for you. If you’re struggling with money, make sure you get in touch with our financial counsellor, and if you’ve got any issues with study, talk to our advocates. If you’ve got a general enquiry or question for us, make sure you send us an email too. Make sure you follow all of the USASA social media accounts, and keep an eye on your emails for the latest updates. It may seem like society is stopping, but rest assured, USASA is still working, albeit from home now!
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