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Getting out of an academic slump: tips on how to stay motivated
As the days are getting darker and deadlines are getting closer, it is easy to feel stressed and lose motivation. However, there is no...
Femke Hoornstra
Nov 17, 2022


Simple and tasty student meal ideas
Cooking well-balanced, tasty meals can be difficult when on a student schedule - Ciara shares some of her own recipes for a hungry student.
Ciara Hay
Nov 10, 2022


FEATURE: ‘Authenticity' as the new aesthetic
In an era of casual Instagram and unfiltered social media, Sabrina asks if we can really 'BeReal', or if it's all inherently performative?
Sabrina Ayles
Nov 10, 2022


OPINION FEATURE: Is the British government in a state of crisis and can they be trusted?
As Britain appoints it's third Prime Minister in three months, Heather explores whether the government can be trusted.
Heather Kate
Nov 3, 2022


FEATURE: The palatable black girl and complexity of identity- a ‘Shea Butter Diaries’ article
Courtney Wood confronts the complexities of her identity as a black girl in the UK and speaks of the dangers of trying to be 'palatable'.
Courtney Wood
Nov 3, 2022


OPINION FEATURE: Sex stigma in university - should hook-up culture be accepted?
Megan Cooke explores the idea of hookup culture in uni, and discusses if it is sexually liberating or a damaging precedent for young people.
Megan Cooke
Nov 3, 2022


How to enjoy a sober halloween
Halloween is the time of year when the nights are getting longer, and the weather is feeling colder. Dressing up with your friends is as...
Ellie Billingham
Oct 27, 2022


The darker side of Halloween: Why wastage is an environmental nightmare
Instead of Michael Myers and Freddy Kruger playing the villain, the real horror this Halloween is the global waste going to our landfills.
Bethia Wyborn
Oct 27, 2022


Girl code – Guide to a girls’ night out
Leah Massingham shares her guide to a great night out - from downing bottles of wine in pres, to stumbling back home with a kebab in hand.
Leah Massingham
Oct 20, 2022


The do's and don'ts of balancing uni life
Every year thousands of students across the country brace themselves for the exciting and nerve-racking experience of starting a new...
Larissa Hurt
Oct 20, 2022


Finding your footing: tips on how to get settled and make friends as an international student
Femke Hoornstra shares her top tips for settling in as an international student.
Femke Hoornstra
Oct 13, 2022


Why it’s important to celebrate Black History Month
October means Black History Month – a time to focus on the history of BAME communities and bring it to the forefront of discussion.
Megan Ainsworth
Oct 13, 2022


OPINION FEATURE: Scrapping our Human Rights Act is a giant leap in the wrong direction
The Conservative government want to introduce a ‘Bill of Rights'. Sounds good right? But actually this bill will remove all the important...
Larissa Hurt
Oct 13, 2022


REVIEW: Turtle Bay's new autumn cocktails
Turtle Bay have released five brand-new cocktails this autumn, and there is something for everyone! Find out what we thought about them.
Nadia Lincoln
Oct 6, 2022


How to be a better ally to the black community
Being an ally to the black community is hugely important, here are just a few ways that you can do that.
Caitlin Hart
Oct 6, 2022


How to bond with your flatmates
Emily Mukherjee shares her tips on how to break the ice with your new flatmates.
Emily Mukherjee
Sep 30, 2022


OPINION FEATURE: Is protesting the monarchy a breach of peace or a breach of speech?
Leah explores if arrests following monarchy protests are a breach of personal liberties, or respecting the right to mourn a family member.
Leah Massingham
Sep 29, 2022


How to do deal with burnouts during exam season
Helen Hui shares her tips on how to deal with burnout during exam season.
Helen Hui
May 26, 2022


Struggling to balance your deadlines, wellbeing and socials?
Nicole Calogero shares her tips.
Nicole Calogero
May 12, 2022


Why I am upset with Kim Kardashian promoting diet culture
Ruby Watson shares her opinion on Kim Kardashian's extreme crash diet leading up to the Met Gala.
Ruby Watson
May 12, 2022
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