The Power of the Cadman Library
“You want weapons? We’re in a library. Books are the best weapon in the world. This room’s the greatest arsenal we could have. Arm yourself!’’ – The 10th Doctor (David Tennant) Now, you may think […]
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Single Parent Student
So for those of you don’t know, I have a teenager! An “it’s not fair” eats me out of house and home, no concept of money, sleep in till mid-day teenager. And for over the […]
Dissertation Blues
There are two themes running through this blog: malaria and my upcoming dissertation. Regular readers of this blog (yes, both of you) know that malaria constitutes the entirety of my working life, and frequently renders […]
Zach’s Welcome Week
I can’t believe that’s it, another Freshers week come and gone!…And it didn’t disappoint, but certainly didn’t come without its laughs and it’s drama’s. So much has happened in one week, I’ve met some amazing […]
Being A Student Ambassador: Survival Tips
Being an ambassador is so much fun, but it is hard work! Don’t think its all smiles and easy work. I decided to make a ‘book of tips’ for people thinking of joining the scheme, […]
Is Homesickness Real?
When I moved away from home for uni I was nineteen. I actually couldn’t wait to get out of the house and into my new place, where I’d have a massive room and I’d be […]
Blogging and University: How It Helped Me
Hi guys! So as the summer is rolling to a close and we all begin to prepare to return or start university, it can start to feel a little daunting. One thing that has always […]
Zach’s Top 3 Places to Eat on Campus
One good thing about Staffs Uni, is while you’re studying and going between lectures you will never starve or go thirsty. On campus we have so many places to eat and drink we’re spoilt for […]
What Happens After Welcome Week?
So Welcome Week is over and classes have started. You’ve got that snazzy new pencil case and you’ve promised yourself you won’t doddle on this notepad in between PowerPoint slides, and you’ve already kinda-sorta sussed […]
A Psychology Student’s Guide to Open Day
Going to an open day is essential, actually go to as many as possible. I actually attended 10 open days at 8 universities. I came to Staffordshire University three times for open days […]