Episode Overview
In this episode of Sample Space: Random Talks, we feature a candid conversation with Anqi Sui and Leandra Brauninger, two PhD students from the Department of Statistical Science at UCL. The discussion centers on the lived experiences of managing physical and dynamic disabilities within an academic setting.
Discussion Highlights
Physical Accessibility
The interview highlights the tangible barriers faced during daily commutes and navigating the physical campus environment at UCL.
The Mental Load
Anqi and Leandra discuss the compounded administrative burden of managing health requirements alongside intensive PhD research.
“Community support networks are not just a nice-to-have—they are a critical component of academic infrastructure for disabled students.”
About the Guests
This episode is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive environment within the Department of Statistical Science.
Sample Space Team
Sample Space: Random Talks is the official podcast of the UCL Department of Statistical Science, exploring the human side of statistical research and academic life.
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical-physical-sciences/statistics/department-information/sample-space