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Since the nationwide lockdown has started, it is becoming increasingly hard to combat being bored within our own little premises. COVID-19 has posed unexpected challenges and unique situations for many of us, as we are only allowed to go out for work, essential shopping or one physical…

Hi everyone! I hope you are well wherever you are. Are you still busy with assignments? Or perhaps you are looking for something new to do? If you have some spare time to kill, have you ever considered trying your hand at something artistic, be it in the form of…

With so much amazing technology available for our use, it appears that laptops and smartphones have become an integral part of our day to day lives. This has many positive outcomes such as access to knowledge, connectivity and flexible working. These are all valuable benefits but with so many of…

Let's face it, self-isolation is a bit of a bummer – but it has to be done. At least we are all in it together and can help each other get through it! Whilst most people have maybe gone home to their families, a lot of us are still in…

This testimony and guide aim to address both people with mental health challenges and others living with them. Dealing with medical anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) for the past 8 years, I have embarked on a beautiful journey of self-realisation and of healing methods.  Having said this, I wish to…

University is a time of growth, and I’m not only talking about things such as academic achievements or learning how to live on your own. What I would like to talk about today is learning how to prioritise yourself. This topic lies close to my heart as I wouldn’t have…

University alumni and now Politics and International Relations lecturer, Dr Samantha May, shares her top five tips for working or studying from home... 

So how many of us have over-romanticised the idea of working or studying from home? Have you conjured images of working in your pyjamas, at the…

Natalie recently attended an assessment centre run by a company in the finance sector. She had applied for a summer internship programme with them and has recounted her experience for us here with some advice for anyone who may be invited to attend one.

The assessment centre I attended consisted…

Being a Careers Service Ambassador for the last couple of months has helped me to develop and acquire valuable skills. By promoting the Careers and Employability Service through the pop-up stands I have developed my abilities in communication, approachability and problem-solving. At first, the task of promoting and advertising the…