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Author: Sam

  • How To Survive A Library Study Session

    5 April 2016 by Sam
    4 minute read

    It’s a Sunday afternoon in the middle of the Easter holidays, and here I am, in the library, working on my essays and dissertation. Welcome to the third year. During…

  • “When I Grow Up, I Want To Be…”

    15 March 2016 by Sam
    5 minute read

    Hello once again! As a third year student, I have just finished my last ever lectures and seminars of university. From now until the end of  the year it’s just…

  • The Social Side of University: It’s Not Just About Alcohol

    16 February 2016 by Sam
    5 minute read

    Hi! So, it’s now February, which means you’re one month closer to the day you start university. By now, you’re probably pretty sick of people telling you that university is…

  • What’s so good about the city of York?

    26 January 2016 by Sam
    4 minute read

    Hello again! Welcome back to York after the holiday season! By now, you’re probably trying to make the decision about which one of your chosen universities you would like to…

  • The Course, Having Your Say and Ravenous Ducks

    23 November 2015 by Sam
    4 minute read

    As I write this, I can see from my window that the sky is turning orange, indicating that this windy autumn day is coming to a close… at 4pm. Welcome…