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Author: Hazel

  • So much to look forward to

    8 June 2017 by Hazel
    3 minute read

    It is amazing how quickly time flies. Having just turned 21 and now well over half way through my time at university, I feel I really ought to be acting like…

  • What even is Social Policy?

    1 March 2017 by Hazel
    3 minute read

    A question thrown around a lot during Freshers’ week is “What do you study?”. It’s a nice, easy question to initiate a conversation as you get to know more people.…

  • Independence

    Independence

    23 January 2017 by Hazel
    3 minute read

    Moving to university was the first occasion I had spent any extended time away from home, and I imagine this will be similar for many of you. Whilst moving into halls…

  • Chill out it’s Christmas!

    Chill out it’s Christmas!

    19 December 2016 by Hazel
    3 minute read

    Hi everyone! I hope you are all enjoying the Christmas break so far. I feel such excitement for Christmas – I will be spending time with my family and friends,…

  • Your adventure

    Your adventure

    23 November 2016 by Hazel
    3 minute read

    Hi everyone Since this is my first post I will start by telling you a little bit about myself and why I chose to study at the University of York.…