Starting right from the beginning, my name is Alfonso and I’m from the heart of South America: Paraguay. Bet you’ve never heard of that one before. Growing up in a small country, I’ve always dreamed …
My experience with the Realising Opportunities programme
My Realising Opportunities Experience! In this short blog, I will be discussing why I believe participating in the Realising Opportunities programme had a huge impact in my journey through my …
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Student Leadership Roles: How York’s Opportunities All Connect
I used to think “leadership” at uni was for the sort of people who love committee meetings, keep immaculate to-do lists, and somehow remember everyone’s name without checking their notes. Then I got …
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The York Bursary: A Short Guide
A low-income student’s take on York’s bursary for accommodation. What is the York Bursary? I think the York Bursary is really important for students who might need it, so this article details how it …
Navigating starting University after a Gap Year
I think there’s sometimes an assumption that taking a gap year makes the eventual move to university ‘easier’. However, I believe that it’s a transition that comes with challenges whatever your age …
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De-bunking myths and misconceptions about studying at York
Myths and misconceptions are something you will definitely come across applying for university, and today I am going to de-bunk common misconceptions about York. “York is freezing cold all year …
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