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John Rylands Library to undergo major £7.6m transformation

John Rylands Library to undergo major £7.6m transformation

The John Rylands will undergo a £7.6m revision, allowing the building to meet mid-21st century needs
A state of manufactured chaos: a day out at Invades races

A state of manufactured chaos: a day out at Invades races

A day out at the races is the new staple of student social lives throughout the country
Dealing with homesickness: Seven brilliant tips

Dealing with homesickness: Seven brilliant tips

Homesickness is experienced by thousands of university students each year: but what are the best ways to cope with it?
Cardiff University SU’s bold fashion move: Bye-bye blue shirts and chinos, hello absurdity

Cardiff University SU’s bold fashion move: Bye-bye blue shirts and chinos, hello absurdity

Does banning the classic clothing choice actually fix any issues, or is it just a lazy attempt to disguise Cardiff University’s lack of intervention?
Exclusive: University of Manchester approves ChatGPT for assigments

Exclusive: University of Manchester approves ChatGPT for assigments

ChatGPT is set to be approved as original work by the University of Manchester in undergraduate admissions. Find out more, exclusively, here:
Self-care on a budget

Self-care on a budget

If you’re looking for some cheap ways to bring a little joy into your life and look after your well-being then read on!
Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw: Black holes, strikes and academics’ role in the media

Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw: Black holes, strikes and academics’ role in the media

We speak to Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw about their new book, university strikes, and why everyone should care about black holes.
Please, stop asking me what I want to be

Please, stop asking me what I want to be

The prospect of our future jobs is scary, but, perhaps even scarier, is being asked about them. Lifestyle breaks down why this is, and why, ultimately, our lives should be defined by something bigger than our work
LeadMCR roles explained – Could this be you?

LeadMCR roles explained – Could this be you?

Looking for a post-grad job opportunity? Lead MCR is back with plenty of leadership and team opportunities to improve Manchester’s SU
Review: Triumphs and Falls (UMDS)

Review: Triumphs and Falls (UMDS)

Triumphs and Falls, which was unconventionally performed at Retro, is a strong, complex and relevant play made for a student audience
Healthcare scientists: The unsung heroes of the NHS

Healthcare scientists: The unsung heroes of the NHS

The NHS is a force at work. Doctors and nurses are well known for their outstanding care, but there are more heroes behind the scenes…
Homesickness: Illness or evolutionary advantage?

Homesickness: Illness or evolutionary advantage?

Homesickness can slap us in the face at university… but maybe we should embrace missing home? 
Forgotten Histories: why is only England’s past prioritised?

Forgotten Histories: why is only England’s past prioritised?

A crisis of identity? The concern over the lack of history of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland taught in the UK
Who are Liz Truss’ new Education Ministers?

Who are Liz Truss’ new Education Ministers?

On September 9, Liz Truss PM promptly appointed two new Ministers for Higher Education. Who are they and what are their intentions?
A student’s guide to networking

A student’s guide to networking

With WIM and graduations coming up, it’s essential to know how to network and the best tips to make new connections
Life as a Masshole: Massachusetts and America’s mistakes

Life as a Masshole: Massachusetts and America’s mistakes

Escape to Massachusetts through the eyes of a Masshole. The state is rich with history, nature, and student debt
UoM postpone Winter Graduation ceremony

UoM postpone Winter Graduation ceremony

Winter Graduation ceremonies set to take place next week have been postponed due to Covid restrictions
Landing on Planet Soph

Landing on Planet Soph

Student Sophie Walsh, the creator fashion brand Planet Soph, discusses the brand’s challenges, ambitions, and products
UoM’s very own BookTokker

UoM’s very own BookTokker

Hannah Wellock talks to Shyemah El-Azzabi, UoM’s very own BookTokker about her BookTok
The best apps for plant parents

The best apps for plant parents

Sometimes our plants need a little bit of extra love, and these apps will help you give it.