I’m sure you will have heard it many times before, but university really does give you the chance to find yourself and meet your people. The way I did that was through joining a range of societies and …
Can I get a part-time job at university?
When you arrive at University your first thoughts might not be about securing a part-time job, and if it is you might not know where to look, who to contact or what are the best jobs to get. A great …
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Things to look forward to about Linguistics at York
There are so many things to look forward to but I’m going to try and whittle it down to just three. Wish me luck! Choice The beauty of linguistics is that it is so varied. There are so many …
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How to find a family-like support network away from home
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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The importance of extra-curricular activities at university
By it's very definition, university is “a high-level educational institution in which students study for degrees”; but I believe that university isn’t just about the academia. The experience of …
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How to settle into university if you’re struggling
Getting used to living in a whole new place where you don’t really know anyone is difficult at the best of times. However, due to a variety of circumstances, you might be finding it particularly hard …
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