Category: Settling into uni life
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Eats! Drinks! And much more – A guide to help you eat like a York local
As an international student, finding your culinary footing in a new city is a rite of passage. York, with its medieval charm and surprisingly vibrant food scene, offers a world…
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Best apps to download before starting the University of York
The start of university is confusing, and if you’re anything like me, you’re on this blog because you like to be prepared! I have found that the apps I discuss…
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Studying at York, Saving in Leeds: My life as a Student Commuter
Hi, my name’s Lucas, and I’m a mature student at the University of York, living with my girlfriend in Leeds city centre. While this was originally intended to be a…
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Settling into York: a guide for new students
I found that the first week I arrived at York was a bit intimidating. I was dropped off in front of David Kato College and was told to pick up…
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My relocation journey: from Uganda to York
Receiving a Chevening Scholarship in June 2024 turned my dream of studying in the UK into a reality. Words cannot fully capture the joy I felt! I was finally going…
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An introvert’s guide to settling into university
Moving away from home to live in a house of ten other people your age is daunting. You might be feeling anxious — and reasonably so, especially if you’re an…
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Embracing the Journey: Transitioning into York Law School
Transitioning into university life can be both exhilarating and daunting. For me, the move from college to university was very transformative, particularly with how dynamic York Law School is. I…
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What to pack as an international student
Hello everyone! I’m Jessica, a final-year music student at the University of York. As an international student, I want to share some comprehensive tips on what to pack to help…
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How to chill out a bit as a young carer at uni – things will get better!
My main aim with this piece is to comfort Freshers joining York in September. If you’ve left your family for the first time in your lives, and are feeling sort…
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Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York family? We sat with three students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the everlasting magic of friendship. So, looking back to the…
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Living away from home for the first time
I just finished my first year of uni, so I thought it would be good to tell you about my experience living away from home for the first time. I’m…
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Top tips to take 1st Year by the Viking horns
The first year of anything new can be tough. The first year of university, especially so. Fear not, though, as here are my top tips on how to survive. Let…