Lara Prah, public relations

• Where were you living in childhood and where do you live now?

I grew up in Krško, Slovenia and now I live in Koper, Slovenia, enjoying the seaside!

• What have you studied and what were the motives for your decision?

I am a second-year bachelor student in Business Secretary. I chose this path because I enjoy organizing tasks, helping people communicate clearly and keeping things running smoothly.

• How would you describe your work to someone outside your field?

I help our department share its successes and initiatives with the wider public. I make sure our achievements are communicated clearly, positively and in a way that everyone can appreciate.

• What does your typical working day look like?

I like to arrive early at work and start by airing out the office, letting the cold morning air wake me up properly. Then I quickly go through emails and handle urgent tasks, enjoy my coffee while writing news and completing other tasks.

• What makes you excited about your work?

I enjoy seeing a plan come together, especially when I see a successful event or realize that my work has contributed to something positive and meaningful.

• And what is the biggest challenge at your work?

The hardest part is juggling multiple tasks at once and figuring out which ones are a priority, so that the most important things get done first.

• Which scientist or scientific achievement are you fascinated by and why?

I am fascinated by creativity in all its forms. I admire anyone who experiments and tries new ideas, much like me with my ever-changing hobbies.

• Tell us about the work of art (books, music, movies, theatre, dance, visual arts) that has a special place in your life.

I love music, movies and series of almost every genre, picking whatever feels right for the moment. I also enjoy drawing and reading, although I haven’t taken much time for it lately.

• What have you read, listened to, or watched lately?

Lately I have been watching the series Single Parents, usually in the background while doing other things. I also enjoy listening to podcasts on a variety of topics whenever I have time.

• Which place on the Slovene coast do you like the most?

I love the hidden beaches along the Slovene coast, though I won’t say much about them, so they stay a secret. They are my peaceful spots to relax, think and gather ideas.

• What makes you enthusiastic?

I get enthusiastic about new music, good movies, great company, relaxing vacations, animals, coffee and delicious food. Basically, anything that makes life more fun and enjoyable.

• Characterize your life’s guidance or an important realization (or epiphany) you have experienced.

I don’t have just one life guidance, but lately the idea that people will always talk has stuck with me. It reminds me to say things that are worth hearing or at least funny enough to make someone smile.

• What does the charm of wood mean to you?

The charm of wood is in its warmth and natural feel. I love how every piece is different, with its own character and how it can make simple things feel special and inspiring.