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In conversation with MMU art matriarch Sue Fox: “I have no fear of anything”

In conversation with MMU art matriarch Sue Fox: “I have no fear of anything”

Sue Fox is a passionately fearless creatrix, urging students to use their art to find themselves and lose their fear. The Mancunion spoke to Sue about connecting with yourself and the role of art as therapy.
Why you should give blood

Why you should give blood

Blood donation is simple to do, less scary than you think, and in high demand from students
My student days are numbered

My student days are numbered

Final year has begun, and the clock is ticking. The Mancunion discusses how, at university, it feels like you’re constantly up against the clock
Natsu Fest: The Last Dance – What’s next for Manchester’s community clothing brand?

Natsu Fest: The Last Dance – What’s next for Manchester’s community clothing brand?

From an early collaboration with Wagamama to starting a music festival in his backyard. We sat down with student clothing brand owner Dhara Nat Sufraz Patel to talk everything Natsu Clothing.
Not-so blue Mondays: The Blues Kitchen review

Not-so blue Mondays: The Blues Kitchen review

The Blues Kitchen is a Manchester classic, providing food, footy and fabulous drinks. See what else is on offer to cure those Monday blues
Don’t mope about mould: How to avoid mouldy food

Don’t mope about mould: How to avoid mouldy food

Use these simple tricks to stop your food going mouldy
Down the Rabbit Hole for Foreverland 2022

Down the Rabbit Hole for Foreverland 2022

Previewing the next Alice in Wonderland-themed rave at Victoria Warehouse on 21st October.
MVSON World: Cheshire’s Ibiza?

MVSON World: Cheshire’s Ibiza?

Millie Sheppard reviews MVSON World, MVSON Collective’s large-scale day festival at Arley Hall.
Talking to MVSON Collective

Talking to MVSON Collective

Millie Sheppard interviews MVSON Collective ahead of the MVSON World festival.
The kids are not alright: Final year students and rising living costs

The kids are not alright: Final year students and rising living costs

Scared about graduating and leaving the university bubble? Well, you unfortunately should be, and here’s why

SeXion: One night stand-outs

One Night Stands can ruin your faith in men … but they’re not all bad!
Want Not Waste celebrates three years of zero waste

Want Not Waste celebrates three years of zero waste

Want Not Waste, Manchester’s first student-run, plastic-free shop and wider project, celebrates three years of positive change on campus.
Thoughts from the saddle: Lessons from a (cyclist) virgin

Thoughts from the saddle: Lessons from a (cyclist) virgin

Do you like to ride your bicycle? Well with our new bike virgin guide you’ll love pedalling around Manchester!
What’s in my tote

What’s in my tote

WIM is coming up fast, so here are a few tote essentials you’ll need to make the most of WIM’s jam-packed weekend.
Agony Aunt Angela: Toxic Troubles

Agony Aunt Angela: Toxic Troubles

“They’re getting manipulated. I love them, but I don’t know how to help them.” Can Agony Aunt Angela fix this?…
What to see in Krakow, Poland

What to see in Krakow, Poland

Following exam season I was itching for a break. So, with a friend, I boarded the 43 to Manchester Airport, touching down in snowy Krakow just a few hours later. 
To be Perfectly Frank : A Valentine’s Day review of Escape to Freight Island

To be Perfectly Frank : A Valentine’s Day review of Escape to Freight Island

We take a look at Baratzuri’s menu for a Valentine’s Day feast at Escape to Freight Island, featuring live music from ‘Perfectly Frank’
How to spend Valentine’s Day single

How to spend Valentine’s Day single

Single and bored this Valentines? Looking for something to do? Here are a few ways to sweep yourself off your feet
PCOS: If only I had as many admirers as I do ovarian cysts

PCOS: If only I had as many admirers as I do ovarian cysts

Embracing sex positivity with a chronic condition can be tough
The most ‘bingeable’ box sets for the festive period

The most ‘bingeable’ box sets for the festive period

After a long first semester back on campus, these are the best shows to watch over Christmas break