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No matter how excited you are about going to uni, it’s very common, and indeed natural, for you to feel homesick. Don’t feel bad; remember, you are not the only one! Here are some tips I'd like to …
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As you may know, York is really diverse in terms of students on campus. So, for a student from a distant country, dealing with homesickness is quite a common topic. In order to deal with …
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"I’m nervous about this essay." "Okay." "I’ve not written academically for years." "Good." "And I know the type of essays I used to write will not be up to the standard …
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At times, university can be stressful or overwhelming. When that happens, you, like me, may want someone other than a fellow student to talk to and support you through whatever’s happening. Older …
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Arriving at university Before I started university, I tried to free myself from any expectations of what it would be like. From the moment I opened the acceptance email to the night before I …
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Leaving home for most people means moving away from family and friends. There are many doubts that go through prospective students' minds no matter what age, area or financial background you're from. …
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