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Running with wolves at NC State
Here’s one student’s experience of a reverse culture shock after returning from a semester abroad at North Carolina State University

Lifestyle Loves: Campus hidden gems
To continue our new ‘Lifestyle Loves’ series, we offer readers our top picks for new places to discover on the UoM campus

The Gilmore Girls Aesthetic: Finding the beauty in autumn
As the autumn months draw in, The Mancunion examines how the popular series Gilmore Girls can inspire the perfect day-to-day autumn lifestyle and the importance of finding joy in the colder weather

Lifestyle Loves: The Northern Quarter
The first in our new series of recommendations is Manchester’s Northern Quarter – if you’re looking for inspiration or new places to try, we’ve got you covered
Cleaning is Cool
From Loyle Carner, to Vogue, to Marie Kondo: cleaning is being re-branded for a new generation. Cleaning is officially cool, and here’s why.

Agony Aunt Angela: Pick a side
When a new partner asks you to sacrifice your friendships for them, is that just another her red flag to ignore or a sign to get out asap?

Agony Aunt Angela: Politics and silence
Is gender just about women, or do men have a voice too? Conflicted, this politics student doesn’t know where he stands.

Agony Aunt Angela: Friday and I’m in love
Catching feelings is never easy, especially when they live hundreds of miles away. How do you get over it and find love closer to home?

Agony Aunt Angela: Examining your stress
Exam stress can be all-consuming at times, but how do you stay productive without becoming a shell of yourself?

Agony Aunt Angela: Trapped by tears
A student stuck in a toxic relationship needs out, but can’t seem to stay single for long. Can Aunt Angela help them dump their ex guilt free?
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A Fresher’s Guide to: Student cleaning
Planning on making friends at university, or bringing someone back to your place? Do yourself a favour and keep a hygienic home!

A Fresher’s Guide to: Finding your people
Your guide to making realistic friendships, avoiding fear of missing out, and prioritising yourself at university

Agony Aunt Angela: Naked and a nuisance
Aunt Angela gives the tips and tricks in tackling a loud and horny flatmate.

A Fresher’s Guide to: Pres
Perfecting the art of ‘pre-ing’ is one of the core skills you need as a fresher in Manchester. Mega cocktails and forfeits are only the beginning.

A Fresher’s Guide to: Media societies
Fancy becoming the next big thing? Join one of Manchester’s many award-winning media societies and become the next Jon Snow!

A Fresher’s Guide to: Noisy neighbours
Noisy neighbours are more of a nuisance than you might initially think but luckily The Mancunion’s got you covered with a guide on how to deal with them when you find them testing your patience!

A Fresher’s Guide to: Life in Fallowfield
Dream about living in Fallowfield? Let us take you on a tour of all the social hubs and halls the area has to offer – there’s a reason why Fallowfield is Manchester’s student hotspot!

A Fresher’s Guide to: Moving into halls
Move-in day is something that’s both exciting and stressful. Feel prepared for life as a fresher with our guide to moving into halls!

Events in Manchester this August
Spend your the last summer month living it up before returning to uni by checking out Manchester’s sports, science, and food events this August

UoM vs MMU: Where is the love?
UoM and MMU students have been rivals since the dawn of time. Is the rivalry justified, or does it just make UoM’s students look like snobs?