''I joined the University as Professor of Computer Science in 2016 having worked with colleagues in ECS throughout my career. The collaborative and interdisciplinary culture of the school, the high-quality education we offer, and world-class facilities provide a great environment in which to work and study. It was to be part of this community that attracted me to move with my children from Scotland. As a single parent, balancing work with the needs of a family can be a challenge, but less so when working in an environment where colleagues are prepared to help and support you in times of need and where many are friends rather than associates. ECS is such a place, and I enjoy being part of it.''