The start of a new term will bring inevitable warnings about keeping good health and trying to persevere through a classic case of ‘Freshers Flu’. Cautions about alcohol consumption and stocking up on vitamin C will come thick and fast for new students especially, so here are a few tips to prevent and cope with…
Katie
My name is Katie and I’m in my second year studying English, but I previously studied Journalism in my first year. I’m part of the Athletics sports society and I also volunteer with an organisation called ‘Just Lincolnshire’, which aims to raise awareness about hate crime and discrimination. I enjoy reading, my favourite book is ‘The Time Traveler’s Wife’ and I have an interest in fashion, crystal healing and natural home remedies.
Budgeting
There are lots of scary and exciting parts of coming to university, and the feelings of freedom and independence incorporate both emotions. A significant part this independence includes taking care of your own finances, and speaking from experience, most eighteen-year-olds haven’t had to budget much – especially in order to pay for rent and food…
Flatmates, new people and making friends!
Making friends at university is one of the biggest concerns new students have, and for most of us, leaving to go to uni means leaving a lot of the friends we’ve had for years. But, entering a new phase in life is an exciting opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and share new…
Volunteering at University
Volunteering whilst at university can be a rewarding experience – it can provide an insight into various organisations while helping you to develop many transferable skills which will benefit you both during your studies and in the world of work. Teamwork, communication skills, a strong work ethic and a little bit of positive karma are…
Hello nature!
Living in a city centre can be great as a student, especially when the university campus is only minutes from the high street. Having everything on your doorstep and in walking distance is very convenient and prevents poor students having to shell out loads on public transport. We are particularly lucky as we get to…
The washing fiasco
There’s lots of things people will tell you about being a student. One thing no one mentioned to me was the extortionate rates it costs to wash your clothes when you’re staying in student accommodation.