I found a little piece of home in Sheffield

I first arrived in Sheffield in 2014 to continue my higher education; I chose to take up a MENG in Mechanical Engineering with a year in industry at the University of Sheffield as it was a world leading university with excellent links to industry and high levels of research undertaken. It was my first time in the UK and the idea of being thousands of miles from home made me slightly nervous, however, the city of Sheffield along with everyone I met made me feel very welcome and at ease. I found a little piece of home with the Sri Lankan society and a year later I was elected as the President. My committee and I carried out many socials so as to ease the incoming freshers into life at Sheffield. We also collaborated with other national and cultural societies so as to give everyone a multicultural experience.

I was also a part of Shell Eco Marathon, a competition where teams from all over the world endeavoured to design the most fuel efficient vehicle possible. I designed the Steering, Wheels & Brakes system for our concept vehicle which is being currently manufactured for the competition held in London in June 2017. Currently I am a part of the International Students Committee and Societies Committee where I work with students from all parts of the world to better integrate the international community by means of various multi-cultural events and campaigns they are passionate about.