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    Colleges – what to expect when you arrive at York

    Posted by guestblogger on August 15, 2022

    Starting university and moving elsewhere leads to a lot of questions. There are a lot of blogs out there already about student societies, preparing to live on campus, getting prepared and organised before moving to York, part-time work, and exploring the city of York (just to name a few things I wondered about before starting … Continue reading Colleges – what to expect when you arrive at York

    My experience of colleges at York

    Posted by Helen Richardson on February 1, 2022

    When applying to the University of York, something that quickly stood out was the collegiate system in place here. York is unique in the sense that it is one of a handful of universities in the UK to have colleges. At York, we have ten colleges for undergraduates (and an 11th just for postgraduates) spread … Continue reading My experience of colleges at York

    Social life and activities at Anne Lister College

    Posted by guestblogger on December 15, 2021

    Second year student Libby tells us about her experience of the activities and events at Anne Lister College at the University of York.

    Accommodation and the College System at York

    Posted by guestblogger on December 14, 2021

    Your accommodation at York is a big part of your Freshers’ experience as it’s where you’ll be living for your first year as an undergraduate. Therefore, it is crucial that you make the most of your time there and take advantage of all that is on offer. Freshers’ Accommodation at York Different people will have … Continue reading Accommodation and the College System at York

    Top tips for living in shared accommodation

    Posted by guestblogger on December 12, 2021

    Student Becky shares some helpful tips on how you can make the most of living in shared accommodation and keep the peace with your new housemates.

    Your social life in Vanbrugh

    Posted by guestblogger on December 8, 2021

    A home from home  As part of my weekly social life in Vanbrugh College, I love to spend a bit of  time in the place that is dubbed Vanbrugh’s home. The Warren is a short walk from all the Vanbrugh accommodation. This makes it perfect for me to go there in the evening to meet … Continue reading Your social life in Vanbrugh

    Finding Friends in Your Accommodation

    Posted by guestblogger on December 6, 2021

    Moving into University accommodation is incredibly exciting. You have your own space to personalise and a new college to explore. Plus, you get to experience living independently. However, it can also be incredibly daunting when it comes to finding friends in your accommodation and getting along with your new housemates.  Many of us have spent … Continue reading Finding Friends in Your Accommodation

    Langwith College – My New Home

    Posted by guestblogger on December 6, 2021

    When I first arrived in Langwith College, I felt like I made the right choice. Now, I know that I definitely have. Langwith College, located on Campus East, is one of the bigger colleges in the University of York. It welcomes 500+ new students each year, and I am happy I was one of them … Continue reading Langwith College – My New Home

    The ’12’ Days of Christmas

    Posted by guestblogger on December 5, 2021

    Starting at University When I started at the University of York, I didn’t realise quite how much of an impact it was going to have. I went into it with an open mind, but didn’t want to get my hopes up, knowing that there would be many challenges to overcome. Before I left, my parents … Continue reading The ’12’ Days of Christmas

    My experience at Halifax College Freshers’ week

    Posted by guestblogger on December 3, 2021

    Zuzanna, first year Biomedical Sciences student, tells us about her exciting experience of Freshers’ week in Halifax College.

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