In the wake of Refreshers’ Fair, events at the beginning of term remain key targets for continuing university sustainability practices. 67% of students say they attended their university’s freshers’ fair for the ‘giveaways’ of free items offered by sponsor companies. These ‘giveaways’ tended to consist of pens, Post-It notes, and tote bags. How much waste […]

The 2024 freshers of UMDS have their debut in a successful showcase of their skills

For those with autism in Freshers week, the choice can be daunting – either heavy nights out or isolating, tailored events.

The ultimate rundown on how to make the best of the social opportunities on offer at university, even if you realise that alcohol-fuelled nights out aren’t really your thing

As we face the exciting yet intimidating abyss of the new academic year, The Mancunion shares some top tips and advice for the months ahead

Crowds gathered as protesters held up a banner directly in front of the pro-life societies stall during the freshers fair on Thursday 19

Six do’s and don’t’s for incoming fresher’s for a successful grocery haul, while avoiding crowds, overpricing and food waste.

Further disruption as UCU announce strikes on 19-22 September and 25-29 September, coinciding with first two weeks of term

There can be many anxieties and assumptions about moving to university. However, once you’ve taken the time to settle in, you may realise that such assumptions were false.

Triumphs and Falls, which was unconventionally performed at Retro, is a strong, complex and relevant play made for a student audience

Homesickness can slap us in the face at university… but maybe we should embrace missing home? 

FOMO is something we all experience but what really underlies this decisional anxiety, and how can we overcome it?

University accommodations come with a whole host of stereotypes; to break it down and give you some recommendations for some great books along the way, here’s every book to read depending on your new home

Oversubscription has caused over 100 University of Manchester freshers to take £2500 pay-outs from the University to live in Liverpool as the demand for Halls of Residence exceeds the supply.

Freshers week and moving to university can be a daunting experience even for the most excited fresher so The Mancunion’s On-screen team have got a list of the films and TV shows they turn to for comfort when feeling blue!

Every fresher goes through a rollercoaster of highs and lows throughout semester one, so here’s some tips for surviving semester two!

Where to go and what to eat? We’ve got it all covered in our First Year guide.

New to Manchester? Our deputy fashion editor, Zahra Mukadam, walks you through the best places to shop in city center.

Feeling sloppy after a week of non-stop drinking? Here are our tips to minimise the effects of Freshers’s Week on your skin.

Are you a fresher and want to know how to dress? We got you: here’s how to create the perfect base for a functional university wardrobe.