Imperial people

Celebrating Disability History Month 

“People have different disabilities and a lot of them are very hidden. If anyone has any issues, including accessibility issues or anything they want to discuss – I’m here.”

Nico Henry is Deputy President (Welfare) for Imperial College Union, having recently completed his undergraduate degree in theoretical physics.

Championing the students’ union

While he was studying, he didn’t know much about Imperial’s student union or what they did. Now he is on a mission to promote the great work that goes on and speak to as many students as possible.

“Every other Friday I am going to be outside the Senior Common Room at lunchtime. Come along – ask us what we’re up to, leave some feedback or complain. We’re here!”

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Read Nico Henry: Representation and championing inclusivity in full

Celebrating Disability History Month  

“It’s about connecting students with other people going through the same thing and having a sense of community.” 

Alongside her PhD with the Department of Bioengineering, Meg is the Imperial College Union Disabilities Officer.   

Navigating student life  

Now in the third year of her PhD, Meg is developing a medical device to prevent pressure ulcers.  

It was in her first year of her PhD that Meg was diagnosed with autism, and she completed her undergraduate degree at Imperial with minimal adjustments.  

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Read Meg Spiteri: Representing the student voice in full