WHY VOLUNTEER We caught up with alumnus Sandeep Sesodia to find out more about what motivated him to get involved with volunteering to support students at Swansea. Sandeep offers his time through virtual volunteering, helping to guide and inspire students Could you make a difference? Try virtual volunteering. Our short-term voluntary opportunities mean that you can give as much or as little time as you want. Throughout your volunteering journey, the team is here to provide support whenever and wherever you need it. IF YOU HAVE 5 MINUTES Share a photograph of your time at Swansea University with alumni and students on SwanseaUniConnect 10 MINUTES 15 MINUTES 30 MINUTES 1 HOUR Chat with students about your work experiences and career choices Share alumni news and updates via your social media channels Make a short video clip, using your camera phone, about your Swansea University Let us knowwhere you are now by creating a career profile
I have often thought about this question. What is the purpose or benefit? What is in it for me?
I’m sure that we’ve all had the same thoughts. And yet, we are all, always volunteering. Whether we go for a walk, take part in physical activity or most commonly, give time for a cause or charity that resonates with us, we choose to participate in these activities mainly because we enjoy them. By volunteering we choose to give the most precious commodity of all, time. For me, volunteering in its purest sense, is a selfless act and not one for personal gain. I choose to give back, to help, and to share my knowledge and experiences so that others can learn from them. If I am able to inspire others this is the most rewarding, but often I am inspired by those around me, and my “lightbulb moment” occurs. By volunteering, I learn, improve my social skills, and make new friends. As part of a collective, I learn from different perspectives and reflect on different opinions, lifestyles and values: aren’t these the very essence of life?
To be or not to be….
If we are to be then we have to make something of our lives, and help those around us to do the same. Every day is a new, positive challenge. So, I reach out and dedicate my time to the business community and to my community. A recent highlight has been volunteering for Swansea University. I was able to share my career experience and work choices with engaged and enthusiastic students through interactive discussions, sharing my experience and thoughts on the value of sport at the University. These volunteering activities were so nostalgic and brought a (cheeky!) smile to my face!
By volunteering, I can make a difference.
Sandeep Sesodia, Director, MGPS Commercial Ltd, BSc (Hons) Economics and Politics, 1982
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