Houseplant heaven: The best plants to brighten up your student home
With the RHS Urban Show coming to Manchester, we’ve found some of the best houseplants to enhance your student accommodation
Why is everybody obsessed with minimalism?
The minimalist way of life is everywhere – what can we learn when its meaning is so often repackaged as another consumer trend?
How to have a routine when you have so few contact hours
If you find yourself with few in-person contact hours and facing challenges in establishing a routine, here are some tips to enhance your daily productivity
Getting involved: Volunteering at the Booth Centre
Getting involved in volunteering can help you feel more connected to Manchester and support the local community, here’s one writer’s experience
‘An audio treat’: The Mancunion’s favourite podcasts
Whether you’re looking to keep up with current affairs, celebrity gossip or even Formula 1, we’ve got you covered with our top pick of podcasts
A ‘quarter-life crisis’?: Finding your feet after a break-up
Do you feel like you are experiencing a ‘quarter-life crisis’ in your final year? Have you experienced a break-up? Read on to find out how you can find your feet in these (perhaps not so) difficult times
Little luxuries that make uni life more bearable
Treat yourself! Life as a university student isn’t always easy, but some things can make it that little bit more enjoyable
How to live a European lifestyle in Manchester
Life in Manchester may feel very different to continental Europe, but with our compilation of advice, you won’t feel so far from other European cultures as a student in the city
Why you don’t need New Year’s resolutions in 2024
With every New Year comes the same pressure to set resolutions and make personal changes, but this needless pressure won’t provide the route to fulfilment
The quest to escape the January slump: How to make the most of post-Christmas winter
Consuming media IS a hobby! And, in January, I am leaning into this as an attempt to avoid the post-Christmas slump. Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of ways to help you enjoy the start of the year
Nurturing your mental health this festive season
When the Christmas period can be a difficult time for many, Lifestyle discusses the ways in which we can look after our mental health throughout the holidays
Let’s take accountability: Why do we use Hinge for validation and never for its purpose?
We ask why using Hinge has become a quick way of boosting our self-esteem and lost its original purpose as a dating app
Budget-friendly Christmas present ideas
With the ongoing cost of living crisis putting strain on students, here are some budget-friendly gift ideas so you can enjoy the holiday season
Love? Actually, no thanks
Why getting that perfect couple’s photo on Instagram might not be worth it despite the pressure of love in the ‘cuffing season’
Five resources to maximise your university tuition
Knowing how to make best use of your tuition is sometimes unclear, so here are five university resources that help you take advantage of university provisions
The best UK destinations for a winter staycation
Break up the stress of university life this winter, with these charming, fun-filled staycation ideas
Simple cures to mend your hangover
We’ve all had to deal with a terrible hangover, but knowing a few simple tricks to give your body what it needs means it doesn’t have to ruin your day