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Year abroad diaries #3: Long-distance relationships
Long-distance relationships can be hard during your year abroad – here are some ways to make them easier

The best podcasts you should be listening to right now
Podcasts are one of the most popular forms of content consumption, so here are 5 of our top recommendations for you to listen to in 2025

Losing connection: The pain of losing your phone at University
The heart dropping moment I realised I’d lost my phone, and how I learnt to live without one

Agony Aunt Amelia: Feed the world
Auntie Amelia helps someone struggling with OTT flatmates.

Agony Aunt Amelia: Hell’s Kitchen
Amelia tells you want to do if faced with messy, downright rancid flatmates

For the ‘citizens of the world’
Luxury designer, Salvatore Nigordi, with his latest Never Enough collection, attempts to bring together a community of ‘citizens of the world’

Interning at L’Oréal
As applications season looms, we take a look at the experiences of a Manchester student completing a placement in the beauty industry

A very Man-Goop-ion Christmas: An outrageous gift guide
Struggling to find the perfect gift this Christmas, look no further than this very realistic and very affordable gift guide, curated by yours truly…

Feel at home this Christmas, even if you’re not
Whether you’re studying abroad or are just away from family traditions, making Manchester feel like home this Christmas could feel challenging. However, with the right approach, it can also be an opportunity to create new memories and embrace the festive season. The University of Manchester is known for hosting a diverse environment, as it welcomes […]

Tribe hotel launches at Manchester Airport
Newly opened hotel at Manchester Airport immediately impresses upon first viewing
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What are the biggest cultural shocks for exchange students?
From mealtimes to bean-obsessions, here are some of the biggest cultural challenges that exchange students have faced during their time in Manchester

Year Abroad Diaries #2: How to navigate cultural differences while living abroad
Some top tips for life on the other side of the channel, or maybe even “Le Manche”

New Spa treatment launches at the Marriott Hotel
With the launch of the Marriott Hotel’s new Spa Treatment menu, we may have found the perfect Christmas treat for students in the city

The art of slowing down: Sometimes doing nothing is just fine
In a culture obsessed with hustle, slowing down at university can feel counterproductive – but sometimes, doing less is exactly what we need

How to return to studying after having a year off: A guide from a gap-year fresher
Coming from a gap-year fresher, here are some tips on how to adjust back into an academic routine after taking a year off

Stoic principles for students: How perspective changes challenge
Practice skills of self-mastery, emotional control, and resilience by applying stoic principles to your student lifestyle

Breast cancer awareness month should be every month
Breast cancer is a disease that affects people year-round, so as we leave October and enter the festive season, let’s keep the conversation going

‘Pink October’: Breast Cancer awareness month
Let’s educate ourselves this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

A walk a day keeps me sane: From ‘hot girl’ vibes to uni strolls
Whether it’s a ‘Hot Girl Walk’ or a stroll home from university, making walking a daily habit will do wonders for your mental and physical health

Year Abroad Diaries #1: Moving to Morocco
Adjusting to a new life abroad can be challenging and scary – here’s how to make the most of your opportunities when begin your year abroad.