Maria Myklebust Olsen, who hails from Trondheim, has decided to remain in Ålesund for another year rather than leave after graduation. She is now stepping into the role of leader for the student parliament, bringing with her a fresh bachelor's degree in biotechnology and three years of substantial voluntary engagement.
Her stated goal is clear: to strengthen the student voice in Ålesund, both locally and within the wider NTNU system. Olsen's extensive volunteer experience positions her to advocate for her peers over the coming year.
Her account, titled "Jeg var ikke klar for å gi slipp på Ålesund" ("I wasn't ready to let go of Ålesund"), was originally published by NTNU Nyheter and reflects a strong connection to the university's coastal community.