With the advancing digital age, the popularity of the ‘e-book’ has risen constantly. Is it time therefore time that we swap the novel gathering dust in the corner for a portable tablet? Or will the sensory experience of reading a traditional […]
The End of the Boozy Student?
Annabelle Toon discusses whether or not we are witnessing the end of the British student drinking culture as we know it. University is stereotyped by many as the place where it’s acceptable to be […]
A Gin-Credible Experience
Lifestyle and Culture Editor, Jade Verbick, recounts her classy night at a cafe-turned-gin bar hosted by Sipsmith ambassadors. It’s not every day that one gets invited to a gin tasting and masterclass with all the 20-something […]
Your House Hunting Worries, Debunked
House hunting can be stressful, especially if it’s your first time. Rumours are already starting to get around which might be making you anxious about looking for somewhere to live. As someone that’s done house […]
Marriage in the 21st century
Nathan discusses how our understanding of marriage has changed over time, and whether it is meaningless or of increasing importance in secular society. It goes without saying that marriage means different things to different people. […]
In the middle with @booksandquills
Blogs Editor, Mariana Avelino, interviews YouTuber, Sanne Vliegenthart, and asks the burning questions aspiring bloggers and vloggers have always wanted answers to. The rise of digital media, particularly social media, has transformed how we communicate. […]
The Digital Era of Photos: How to Make Memories Last?
11,523. The number of photos on the camera roll of my phone. What’s that number on your phone? How many of them are near-identical, just taken to ensure the perfect shot? Today we are carefree […]
Eating Sustainably – How Students Can Support UK Farmers
Going to a city university has made me realise just how out of touch today’s generation are with the production of their food. As someone with a background in farming, I am often told misconceptions […]
How to Deal with Deadlines
You probably have deadlines knocking on your door as you’re reading this and you’re thinking of leaving that work until a bit later to do, but you will end up regretting that decision soon as […]
Mindfulness – The Sh*t or Bullsh*t?
I started practicing mindfulness and meditation a long time before it became the popular trend it is today. Mindfulness is ingenious and was an important part of recovery from my own struggles with mental illness […]
Every Minute Counts: How to Maintain A Work-Life Balance
The alarm rings every morning…or almost. And every morning I wake up and I think ‘how much time do I have to get ready to go out today?’ Then while going to the university I […]
Going Vegetarian For A Week
After going Vegan for a week, I’ve been challenged to go veggie and see how it compares. Seeing as I forced my vegetarian flatmates to go vegan with me, it only seemed fair I joined […]