As part of Freshers Week at the University of Leeds, Hyde Park Picture House and Leeds University Union are collaborating to treat students old and new with a fortnight of outdoor screenings.
“They surrounded us and said we are taking your details”: Freshers speak of lockdown isolation
It has long been expected that the first week of this semester would be different, but the ‘rule of six’, a 10pm curfew for pubs, as well as the continued closure of nightclubs, meant that […]
Films You MUST Watch Before Coming To University
Picture this, it’s your first day back, or your first Fruity of the year, regardless of when it is you will inevitably encounter Film Guy. Film Guy might not necessarily even study film, but will […]
Freshers’ Week Soulmates: The Lie
“for me, the most nerve-wracking expectation of Freshers’ week was that I would find the friends that I would bond with for life”
The Ultimate Hangover Cures
Phoebe Turner has tested the “ultimate hangover cures”, and advises you on how to combat your next hangover!
How Leeds Students Really Feel About Returning To University
Ellie Futter reports her survey findings on how students really feel about this odd return to university.
What I wish I’d known in Freshers’ Week
Freshers’ Week isn’t always as fun as it’s made out to be. It can be a difficult, emotional time. Helena Smith gives advice that all Freshers need to hear.
Hyde Park Picture House and LUU launch Outdoor Cinema on Campus
Everyone’s favourite independent cinema comes to campus for Freshers’ Week.
Tips For Student Self-Care
Asha Hipperson gives her advice on how to care for your mind and body while at university.
Freshers blues and how to deal with it
I’m going to try and skip the obvious (call home, hang up pictures etc) and provide actual tips on how I dealt with rather extreme Fresher’s blues. Hear it from me – if I got through it, so can you!!