Where are you from, and what have you studied and at which institution?
I'm from Sri Lanka, and I completed my Bachelor of Nursing, which in 2026 will combine with The University of Adelaide to become Adelaide University.
What motivated you to choose Adelaide over other Australian cities for your studies?
When I was exploring study options in Australia, Adelaide and Canberra stood out to me. It wasn’t until I arrived in Adelaide that I realised how much the environment helped me.
The city has been incredibly peaceful and provides a much-needed balance to the chaos in my head. To be completely honest, I can’t imagine living or working anywhere else now. Adelaide has truly become my home away from home.
What are some of your favourite things to do in Adelaide?
Outside of studying, I stayed very involved with the Uni as a Volunteer and Student Ambassador.
In my final year, I founded a mental health club under the student association at the Uni. So when I wasn’t studying or working, I was often busy planning events for the Health and Wellbeing Society.
As much as I loved my life at Uni, I knew I needed hobbies outside of it to stay balanced. One of my favourite hobbies is reading mystery-thriller novels, which is my perfect escape from reality.
I also picked up crocheting and cycling, often riding my bicycle to placements and rock climbing. Occasionally, I played basketball as well, and once a year, I attended a theatre musical because I am always in awe of how magical and powerful live performances are.
Learn more about Methmi's story in the video below: