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Rita Megallaa

Rita Megallaa
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Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Expertise

Social media, make up, sweet treats, study spots, university life, Nightlife, Budgeting, Fashion, Identity, Relationships, Music.

  • Rita is a University of Manchester student and the features editor for The Manchester Tab
  • Rita Megallaa enjoys covering topics relevant to student life and culture, social and online trends and the realities of everyday life as a student in Manchester. She enjoys writing relatable and engaging pieces on university experiences, nightlife, identity and the parts of student life that others can connect with.
  • In her spare time, Rita enjoys dancing (specifically ballet), reading, trying new cafes, trying new sports, listening to new music, and traveling.

Experience

Rita Megallaa is experienced with journalism, academic and advocacy including attending a journalism course at the University of Amsterdam, where she researched and presented on current affairs topics. She also wrote reports and awareness content on social issues through volunteer work, completed an EPQ involving independent research and extended academic writing, and regularly produced content that integrates both written communication and visual storytelling. Through leadership roles and university study, Rita has developed strong research, analytical and communication skills. Rita Megallaa joined the tab in 2026.

Education

Rita Megallaa is studying Philosophy, Politics and Economics (BA) at the University of Manchester. Rita is in her first year, going into Her second. She is an international student.

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