“FOMO is real, but if I could speak to high school Jordi, I would tell her that missing out on authentic friendships is way worse than missing out on an invite to a party with the cool crowd. “ Jordi Grosser

For more about #collegian Jordi Grosser read her full interview.

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This time we hear from Jordi Grosser, who recently returned from a trip to Vietnam.

How did you reach your decision to study your chosen field?

There were two major factors that influenced my decision, one of which was my personal history with mental health. Choosing to study a health science was not even on my radar when I chose my ATAR subjects - I did not like health and was only reluctantly studying a science subject (human biology)! I had been planning to pursue stage management at WAAPA, but that changed when in Term 2 of year 12, I came to faith and realised that I wanted to eventually use my experience as a young mental health inpatient, to make a positive difference. 

What is your favourite LJBC memory?

Definitely our productions! The ‘drama fam’ built over many long hours of rehearsal for College musicals and class productions was like nothing else.

If you could give advice to current students, what would that be?

The friends you have impact your outlook on life - including your study - more than you think. Choose to be around the people who are encouraging and positive. FOMO is real, but if I could speak to high school Jordi, I would tell her that missing out on authentic friendships is way worse than missing out on an invite to a party with the cool crowd. I wish someone had told me earlier that comparison is the thief of joy.

Which project has been your most interesting and why?

I just got back from a month in a Social Protection centre in Vietnam, where I was with a group of Health Science students from Curtin University. Curtin has been going there for over five years, and I was the first student allowed to work in the mental health section, where the care provided is very basic. Through a translator, I implemented a simple mindfulness program for the female residents there and resourced them with journals - for some of them, it was the first time they had put pen to paper in over ten years. 

In addition to attending LJBC, did you have a part time job or volunteered?

In years 8-10, I umpired a few netball games per week and did some volunteer coaching with my club. Later, I got summer casual jobs in hospitality and would work a lot over the holidays, with only one shift during the school term.

If you could change one thing in the world, what would that be?

I would love to see the barriers to equitable healthcare broken down, for all people, everywhere. 

Do you have any special interests or hobbies?

I spend one day per week at my church, True North, working with the Youth pastor and it’s so much fun! I am super passionate about that. 

Please share your favourite quote.

I have 2! ‘You are in this profession as a calling, not as a business; as a calling which exacts from you at every turn self-sacrifice, devotion, love and tenderness to your fellow men.’ - Sir William Osler. The second is Psalm 51:6 (TPT).

Chaleen Botha

President of the Parents & Collegians Auxiliary