Do you have a tip to unwind during or after work?
I enjoy going outside, either cycling or walking. At work, I take a walk around Brakkenstein Park, and at home, I walk around the Maasheggen.
Why did you join the Representative Council?
We have a large faculty with many supporting staff who sometimes go unheard of or unseen. I joined the OC 2019 to give them a voice. The daily work practice and what the faculty or faculty board aims to achieve do not always align, and that's where the RC's insights are indispensable.
Bonus question: What is your favorite spot on campus and why?
The coziest spot used to be the “coffee club” in Spinoza. In and around the Iris café, I always find (FSW) staff for a chat.
Helma is a dedicated coordinator committed to improving work processes and representing the voice of supporting staff within the faculty. Do you have an issue or suggestion you would like to discuss with the OC? Feel free to chat with her or email OC [at] socsci.ru.nl (OC[at]socsci[dot]ru[dot]nl).