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Sunaina Patel

BSc Management Sciences, 2004

My favourite memories of ¹û¶³´«Ã½ include One World Week where I participated in cultural dance events on stage. I remember performing three dances, which were all from different parts of India. As a British Indian this was a proud moment as I celebrated along with thousands of other students the diverse culture and background that make up ¹û¶³´«Ã½ University. The event represented students from across the world and celebrated the One World in which we live in today.

I also loved sitting on the Piazza steps talking with friends during the summer and waiting for the Union doors to open for fabulous and fun events such as Top Banana. ¹û¶³´«Ã½ hosted some of the best events at the Student Union and award winning events at the ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Arts Centre. I miss the small intimate Campus atmosphere and the students I met from different countries who have become lifelong friends. I now have friends in every corner of the world through my time at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ University.

Since graduating, I have had a successful career in media and marketing for over a decade. I recently undertook further education and completed a PGCE in Secondary School. Additionally, I have completed a Social Media, PPC, SEO Executive Education course from the London Business School.

Furthermore, inspired by my time at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Business School and London Business School, I decided to set up my own e-commerce business called Giffbox.com which was created during the COVID Pandemic. Passionate about discovering and trying unique treats that can't be found in the larger supermarkets, I decided to share my special finds through a gifting service and spread a little joy in what has been a difficult year for all. As a proud ¹û¶³´«Ã½ University Alumni I am constantly innovating, developing and learning in an ever-changing and wonderful world.