Lorenzo Elijah (MSc Philosophy and Public Policy, 2019-2020)

Testimonial

Question 1. Why did you choose LSE and the programme?

Because LSE had a great international reputation and the programme seemed like a natural continuation of my prior studies in philosophy and political science.

Question 2. Which aspects of your studies were the most beneficial for your professional as well as personal development?

Professionally, I benefitted most from exposure to interesting contemporary research, excellent teaching, and great mentors with high expectations. Personally, I benefitted most from the opportunity to study abroad and rediscover the joys of doing philosophy.

The philosophy department was an excellent space for the open exchange of ideas. I found many wonderful people there that helped me a great deal on my academic journey.

Question 3. What is your fondest memory of your time here?

Passionately arguing about humanitarian intervention in a seminar.

Question 4. Why would you recommend studying at LSE and the Philosophy department in particular?

LSE was a great intellectual environment with a superb administration keeping things on track. The philosophy department was an excellent space for the open exchange of ideas. I found many wonderful people there that helped me a great deal on my academic journey.

Question 5. Your LSE experience in your own words

LSE gave me a life-changing opportunity to study in the UK. It was at a charity event advertised by LSE that I met the person I would eventually marry. Today, I am a PhD student at Oxford, and I doubt I would be here were it not for the education and guidance I received at LSE.