Meet Tam

We can all be a force for good

“Since my diagnosis I’ve had to reevaluate everything; what I care about, what my life could be like now. It’s a massive change and I’m passionate about helping others in similar situations.”

Life can change on you, and that’s ok

Being an occupational therapist isn’t something I really considered before my diagnosis of MS during lockdown. It was a huge shock and obviously Covid made the news even harder. Before, I was in the process of studying aircraft engineering, but it wasn’t really the right fit. Now, my career and life are on a completely different path. It’s been hard, but I really feel like I’m being truer to myself.

It’s about real life and real people

The feeling of being part of something, of being part of a team is everywhere. You may need help one day, and the next you’re the one helping someone out. It’s about shared experiences. We’re taught by practicing professionals; we can see directly how what we’re learning impacts the real world and real people. We’re all on our own journeys and if at any time you need help with your physical or mental health there are people there for you, it makes all the difference.

We’re all connected

One of the first things I noticed is how GCU pioneers academic research to be a part of global change for good at a level that everyone can see. Studying doesn’t feel like you're part of a hierarchical system, being told what to do and what to be all the time. The university is full of real people wanting to do real good out in the world. It’s something I’ll always want to do; to be a part of the driving force for global good.