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Back on the street

Back on the street

A lot of monuments and statues have, arguably quite rightly, been pulled down of late. Many of them concerning dusty, murky figures from the past whose public service and philanthropy has been overshadowed by the sins of their accumulated wealth. However, I was delighted to […]

Job Hunting

Job Hunting

Now that I’m officially done with university, it’s time to find a job. Many people will start looking for a job while they’re still at university, so they have one ready for when they’re done. This is a really smart thing to do, but for […]

Hoping to have a whale of a time

Hoping to have a whale of a time

I couldn’t quite believe it when the email came through. I am usually wary of anything that starts with ‘congratulations’, thinking that it’s probably a scam. But my finger hesitated over the delete button, and I am glad it did, because it was my ticket […]

Moving Tips and Tricks

Moving Tips and Tricks

For a lot of students, June is the time you move out of halls. That may mean moving back home, moving into a student house or maybe into your own place. Wherever you’re moving, packing and moving can be a stressful time. I’m very happy […]

Service before self – Sound familiar?

Service before self – Sound familiar?

Well, I didn’t think I would be, but I was riveted by the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Okay, so I didn’t make the whole trifle, but I did do the lemon curd Swiss roll and cucumber sandwiches washed down with fizz after watching the trooping of […]

3 Years Done

3 Years Done

Writing this blog, I can now say I am officially finished! Three years of university have been and gone, just like that. I have so many emotions: relief, pride, happiness. I’m definitely less stressed but it is bittersweet. I have loved my time at University […]

What Comes Next?

What Comes Next?

So this feels weird to type, but this is my final week of university! On the 31st I have my exhibition and then I’m done. I’m nervous for my exhibition but at the same time, I can’t wait to do it because then I can relax. […]

Growing and Managing an Online Community

Growing and Managing an Online Community

This is a bit of a random blog but it’s something I really want to share. I’m in my last year of a Digital Marketing degree, so parts of my degree are heavily focused on social media and how it can be used in marketing. […]

The Joys of May

The Joys of May

If you have done your GCSEs or A-levels, or go to university, you will know that May is always the most stressful month! Either it’s filled with exams, or it is when the majority of your deadlines are. For me, my dissertation is due, as […]

A sunny symbol of hope

A sunny symbol of hope

Have you planted yours yet? I am talking about sunflowers. Synonymous with Van Gogh, sunny summer days and fancy dress outfits at the test match, they are guaranteed to raise a smile and some rivalry – whether it is at play group, the allotment or […]