Please briefly introduce yourself.

My name is Louise Tulloch and I studied at the University of Glasgow, graduating in June 2023 with an MA in Business and Management and Social and Public Policy. My joint degree structure encompassed a diverse field of study where I was exposed to both the theoretical and practical dimensions of management whilst also receiving insight into global and societal challenges and governmental responses to such issues.

Since graduating, I have worked as a camp counsellor in up-state New York and have spent time living in Australia as an au pair caring for three young children. Between America and Australia, I worked in hospitality whilst completing an internship in human resources. This summer, I am returning to work at camp for a third and final year in a leadership position.

What inspired you to apply to CASE Graduate Trainee Programme?

Volunteering and fundraising played a huge role in my time at university through my involvement in Glasgow University Charity Fashion Show (GUCFS) which is a student-led fundraising and awareness raising campaign that culminates in an annual fashion show. I thoroughly enjoyed leading the finance and sponsorship side of the society which enabled me to support and gain insight into some incredible charities, offering a real sense of reward. I felt that the CASE Graduate Trainee Programme provides an excellent opportunity to build upon the skills I learnt from my time with GUCFS whilst fulfilling my drive toward making a positive impact on society.

Having recently graduated from university, I recognise the widespread positive impact that higher education fosters. The programme presents a means for trainees to be a driving force in efforts to heighten this impact and its reach which is a highly rewarding prospect to me.

What is a cause you are passionate about?

I feel strongly about adequate provision of mental health support services. Although free services are available through the NHS, education institutions and charitable organisations, these resources are incredibly strained and insufficiently funded. Further, as private services are typically very expensive, many people are forced to suffer in silence. This highlights the necessity to increase the accessibility of these services as early intervention is key and greater presence of support services not only will ensure a happier and healthier society, but will also normalise seeking help, thus reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.

What are some of the things you are looking forward to at Imperial College London?

I’m really looking forward to working with a team of like-minded individuals, where we can combine our efforts to achieve meaningful goals together. The idea of collaborating with a group of driven people to make a positive impact is something I find incredibly exciting.

The way Imperial College London structures its programme, allowing trainees to complete secondments across different teams in the department, also really appeals to me. I am looking forward to gaining insight and experience across the entire division of advancement and am eager to learn the extent to which the department operates and contributes.

Favourite Hobbies?

I competed in slalom kayaking for several years in a national league. The sport has brought me to training camps across Europe and the London 2012 Olympic training course.