Iram Ahmed

60 Second Staff Spotlight

What’s your role and how long have you worked in Accommodation Services? Accommodation Allocations Officer, I have worked with Brunel for 10 years and 5 months and have loved every year of the continuing adventure.

What do you find the most challenging thing in your job? I find saying NO very challenging, so will try my best to ensure I can help in every possible way.

What is your favourite part about working at Brunel? It is a friendly place to work, the people are great to work with I call it my own little Brunelian Family. It is rewarding to know that you have made an impact for students at a very important stage of their life. Knowing that they feel settled and comfortable in their new home away from home makes you appreciate that you have made a difference.

If you were stuck on an island, what three things would you bring? Speed boat (to help me go fishing), My ipod, love my music although not quite sure how I would re-charge this on an island, comfortable sleeping bag!

What book did you read last? Counselling in Psychology – Yes I am also a part time student.

If you had to eat one meal every day for the rest of your life, what would it be? This is a difficult question for me as I am a foody and cannot decide, so can I pass on this question?!

What is your favourite hall of residence and why? Fleming Hall, I really like the layout of the flats, and building is away from the main heart of the campus but still is within easy reach. Have the benefit of having an ensuite room and the kitchens are a great place to socialise with other flat mates.