The MAPS Cafeteria is a hub of student activity, where students unwind before, in between and after classes. It is a sure place to find a fellow student to mull over some notes or to run into a tutor, giving students the opportunity to get an out-of-class clarification on an assignment or a submission date. The coffee at the MAPS Cafeteria is great, as are the fresh short eats and pastries that can be picked up any time. The MAPS Cafeteria is yet another convenience that contributes towards the MAPS promise of a wholesome collegiate experience.
Humans of MAPS - Aminath Husna
Anxiety is a terrible thing; something our culture is not yet ready to discuss. This island nation undermines the crippling power of certain mental afflictions. “It’s not a big deal” they say. So tell me, what is considered a “big deal” anyway? Isn’t it a big deal that I cannot hold interest to finish a course? Isn't it a big deal that I have to go through five courses in different colleges, before I could get the academic support I needed? Isn’t it a big deal to feel worried about taking a picture to put a face behind the voice that is trying to say this? It is a big deal, one that requires tremendous effort to fight. I am constantly battling this crippling force and I take it very seriously. I do what I must to make sure I am happy. Photography is one of those things and it eases my mind; it keeps me occupied and takes me to a world of relaxation. Beautiful oceans, splendid trees and wonderful scenes everywhere to be captured. These moments and images, they help me find comfort at times that are just impossible. I have been involved with photography ever since I was 15. I taught myself to take pictures and edit them which I am extremely proud of.
I work two jobs; it is stressful as it is even without this anxiety. Though my anxiety has been painted as a shortcoming, I don’t want it to describe me. I am a determined woman, who aims to inspire and seek brilliance. I want to own a guest house and run a photography career of my own. A dream which I will chase vigorously, with virtue, regardless of what the future holds for me, and to be honest it was never easy. However; I get along with a bit of help from people. MAPS has shown me support to brave my inclinations. If such support continues in all facets of my life; there will be nothing that I cannot brave and hopefully it would serve as a beacon for those who also feel that their thoughts and feelings are not taken seriously.
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