Category: Study
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Working in Heslington Hall
My name is Sam, and I’m a second year PhD student in the History Department at the University of York. York has been a terrific place to live and work.…
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From rurality to city living: my biggest changes moving to university
Before moving to the University of York, I attended a small high school and sixth form in rural mid-Wales, where class sizes ranged from three to thirty students. Travelling thirty…
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5 random but essential things to pack for the first year of University
Moving away for university is daunting, leaving many wondering where to even start. With me being the first in my family to attend university, the idea of packing was extremely…
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Step Outside the Lecture Theatre: How the York Festival of Ideas Expanded My Horizons
Hey everyone! I’m Paddy, a second year marketing student and I’m excited to share my passion for the incredible experiences you can get involved with outside of your studies at…
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Looking back on my year in industry at the Earlham Institute
Last September I started my year in industry at the Earlham Institute on the Norwich Research park and, somehow, September has almost come around again already. With my time here…
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My Practical Ecology Field Course Experience on the Isle of Cumbrae
Hello! In June, I went on the Practical Ecology field course on the Isle of Cumbrae, which runs at the end of the module. If you’re wondering what we get…
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The Ultimate Flexible Side Hustle: Life as a Uni of York Student Ambassador
Hi everyone! I’m Paddy, a second-year marketing student and for the past two years I’ve had the privilege of working as a student ambassador for the School for Business and…
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Confessions of a Commuter: Why Vanbrugh Breakfasts are the Best Part of My Day
Hi! I’m Paddy, currently a second year marketing student and I’m here to let you in on a little secret: the breakfasts at Vanbrugh College are an absolute game-changer. Commuter…
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Commuting to York as a Neurodivergent Student
Commuting to the University of York has been an important part of my student experience, especially as a neurodivergent person. Choosing to live off campus gave me the stability and…
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3 Nutritious Budget Friendly Meals
A student-oriented guide to maintaining good macros affordably without sacrificing flavour! General Tips When cooking meals, it’s pretty useful to divide them into a carb, a protein, and some veg.…
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Accessing Student Support at York for my ADHD
“I assumed university would be like being thrown into the deep end with no support, but it turned out to be the part of my education where I felt more…
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Navigating Freshers’ Week as a neurodivergent student
Moving to university is a massive milestone. As September approaches, your social media is probably flooded with posts about Freshers’ Week (aka Welcome Week at York). It is often portrayed…