Lifestyle Archive
30th October 2019
Intersectional Feminism: Don’t touch my hair
Writer Mabel Banfield discusses the need for feminism to become intersectional and include other marginalised groups
30th October 2019
Want Not Waste: The future of sustainable shopping?
We chat to two student volunteers at the Students’ Union’s student run zero-waste shop ‘Want Not Waste’
30th October 2019
Uplift Manchester on empowering activity
Uplift Manchester is a buddy system to break down barriers preventing students from exercising and encourages empowered movement
29th October 2019
Let’s Get Away: Madrid
Weekend getaways can be the perfect way to relax and reset, this week we explore Madrid and share some recommendations
23rd October 2019
What’s the fuss about protein shakes?
Are protein shakes necessary, or can you get enough protein from a balanced diet? And, importantly, are there any adverse effects?
23rd October 2019
Breaking down lad culture at university: a conversation with Good Lad Initiative
Lad culture is intimidating, but the Good Lad Initiative creates a space to discuss the negative impacts and instead consider positive masculinity
17th October 2019
Plastic straws have their merits: let’s talk about disability and accessibility
Chatting to Kate Foy – Disability Part-Time-Officer – about the importance of plastic straws, accessibility online and beyond
17th October 2019
Let’s break the stigma around casual sex
Our response to hookups for men and women are polar opposite – women are slut-shamed, whilst men are applauded – the stigma around casual sex needs to end, writes Lauren Poole
16th October 2019
I hate tin openers: an ode to left-handed people
Being left-handed is hard – forget about writing on a whiteboard, and why don’t scissors work for us?
16th October 2019
Klarna: too good to be true for students?
It may be tempting and convenient to use buy now, pay later services such as Klarna, but it can prove dangerous for students who already have money issues
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16th October 2019
Black History Month: Feminist and activist Amandla Stenberg
Writer Sam Bronheim celebrates actor Amandla Stenberg’s activism and social awareness as she uses her platform to raise awareness and promote discussions around racism and sexuality
14th October 2019
Let’s celebrate our feminist icons
Writer Eliza Robey shares some of her feminist icons from Chavela Vargas in the 1950s to Caitlin Moran in the 21st century
9th October 2019
Are stereotypes about international students actually harmless?
Writer Jade Yong discusses the stereotypes of international students which can place a social marker which causes a distinction between home and international students
9th October 2019
Fight or flight: flight anxiety
Many people suffer from flight anxiety so here are some tips to calm your nerves
9th October 2019
Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
International disabled cheerleader and writer Bec Oakes shares her personal experience of being diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and living with the condition at university
4th October 2019
Visiting Cheshire: Manchester’s neighbouring gem
Explore beyond Withington and the city limits as Phoebe Moore shares her favourite spots in Cheshire which are all easily accessible by train
4th October 2019
An inspiring evening at Hatch
Hatch on Oxford Road is filled with a variety of independent retailers, Aisha Al-Janabi had the opportunity to listen to traders discuss the benefits of Hatch and challenges of being self-employed
2nd October 2019
Getting to know Adventure Queens; a women’s adventure community
Aisha Al-Janabi chats to Emma Frampton, co-founder of Adventure Queens, to find out more about this women’s travel community which aims to encourage women to travel and pursue their dreams
1st October 2019
Visiting Poland: Top travel tips
Travelling to new places is exciting, but it’s important to be aware of customs in other countries to make sure you stay safe, Lucy Clutton-Brock shares her advice for travelling in Poland
26th September 2019
Unapologetically hairy – you do you
Razor company Billie released their new campaign in summer, along with their #projectbodyhair to remove the stigma and normalise women’s body hair